Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in San Rafael, CA

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C Wagner Photography & Design LLC

5.0

Oakland, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

Working with Cherlyn has been an absolute pleasure! She has taken our engagement, wedding, and family photos, which have all turned out beautifully. She communicates clearly, has incredible attention to detail, completed absolutely everything on time, and takes the most perfect photos. I continue to return to Cherlyn for any photography needs - she’s the best!
Jordan & K., 5 months ago
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Sarah Peterson Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,888
  • Serves San Rafael, 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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I had the hardest time finding a photographer I clicked with until I found Sarah! I knew from the zoom consult I had to book her. She was funny and confident from the beginning and made such a fun addition to our day!!
Kate W., a year ago
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Loren Hansen Photography

5.0

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

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

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Loren is the best! She was so responsive and so easy to work with leading up to our big day. I really appreciated that she was willing to do a site visit and to think so creatively about how to shoot at our venue. On the day itself, she was encouraging and warm and gave us (and our family members!) very helpful direction. Most importantly, she has an INCREDIBLE eye - our photographs are absolutely stunning, and I think she did a great job of really capturing the spirit of the day.
Emma, 2 years ago
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Eichar Photography

5.0

Mill Valley, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,400

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

Lauren and Jamie are the best photographers and people!! Considering how much of our wedding day we would spend with our photographers, it was important to us that we felt comfortable and actually had fun with them. Lauren and Jamie more than deliver in this area, bringing fun and positive energy while also keeping things relaxed and comfortable. Beyond that, the final product of the photos is something we will cherish forever. The pictures are beautiful and also feel unique and special to us as a couple. They didn’t bat an eye at hiking >1 mile on Ring Mountain after our ceremony to get the perfect shots and we loved laughing and chatting with them throughout. They somehow managed to be incredibly professional and organized while also making us feel like we were old friends. Out of all of my vendors they are the ones I recommend the most as I cannot imagine our day without them.
Erin G., 3 years ago
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Russ Levi Photography

5.0

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

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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We did a lot of shopping around for our engagement photos, and we decided to go with Russ. When we got the photos back, we knew we would never use another photographer in the bay area again. The photoshoot felt so casual, but the resulting photos looked carefully crafted to perfection. When the circumstances led to us doing a zoom elopement, we jumped at the opportunity to book Russ again. A consistent experience, with some of the most beautiful photos we've ever seen. It's hard to believe they were taken right outside our door. He has a talent for turning just about any location into an incredible work of art. During these crazy times, it's also worth noting that he wore 2 masks and was very respectful of our space to make sure everyone felt safe. 10/10 will book again.
Haley, 4 years ago
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Bustle & Twine

5.0

Sonoma, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

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

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

5.0

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

Daniel Neal Photography has been in business for 16 years in Fairfax California, and specializes in photographing weddings and other celebratory events. He uses an array of naturalistic, traditional, and contemporary styles, blending them together into a beautiful gallery for the couple to relive their wedding day for years to come.

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Our team at Tan Weddings & Events has worked with Daniel Neal for many years. We could not say enough positive words about Daniel Neal Photography. Daniel is one of the kindest people you will ever meet. He bring his passion and compassion to every event, and it shows. His photos are beautifully edited, and he takes time to get the perfect shots. Daniel is a gem when it comes to wedding vendors, and is a true professional. We highly recommend him for photography at all types of events!
Jennifer & Rick Tan, 4 years ago
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Meg Cooper Photography

5.0

Guerneville, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,950

My name's Meg and I'm an elopement & intimate wedding photographer based in Sonoma County in Northern California. When my husband and I started planning our wedding day, we knew we wanted something very different than a traditional, big wedding day. We wanted an experience that was intimate, sentimental, and relaxed. And that's exactly what we created! We kept the traditions that made sense to us, and scrapped the rest without a shred of guilt.

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Megan is incredible to work with....I’ll hire her in a heart beat to second shoot for me again! She is professional & great with people. She takes direction really well, even in a high stress wedding situation. Her photos are beautiful and she has an eye for details! Her personality is so fun and brings light to all those around her!
Emily Semans, 4 years ago
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Sweetbay Photography

5.0

Rohnert Park, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

I am a Mother, Poet and never-ending dog trainer of my 3 spoiled fur babies. I grew up around photography, my grandfather was a photographer and this has always been something I loved to do. I love people and I have a ton of fun working at events. I am always excited to capture these moments for people and proud to share my results afterward. Photographing people and moments over the years is my true calling in life. Gives me great purpose and I really do enjoy it.

Opal delivers quality wedding work out of challenging locations and situations among various venues in the Bay Area and beyond. I have worked with her in countless times and could verify that. I admire her willingness to listen and contribute to better outcomes than client expectations. She has the knowledges and network of professionals that often bring relieves to the stressful wedding planning.
Wing Hon, 3 years ago
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Stephanie Hopkins Photography

5.0

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

Serving Healdsburg, Napa, Sonoma and the Bay Area Easy and fun, like all weddings should be. (The stress stops here.) If I know you like I think I do, you’re getting married in Wine Country because you know it’s a place you’ll get taken care of. It’s a town full of hospitality and warmth. And let’s not forget the great wine, the perfect scenery, and the memories you’ll have forever because you two came here to say “I do.” You’ll have those moments because I’ll document them for you. And I can’t wait.

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Stephanie Hopkins is an amazing photographer. Not only do I have the pleasure in working with her at events, I choose her to take my wedding photos! She is professional, fun, and has a great eye! I love her sense of humor and the way she relaxed my fiancé and I during our engagement session. After our session we met up with some friend and my fiancé was raving about how much fun he had during the session, that’s unheard of coming from a guy! I would recommend her to any of my clients for her great service, professionalism and sense of humor!
Briana, 4 years ago
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Niki Scioli Photography

5.0

Novato, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $300

My goal and passion is to caption the beauty of such a special occasion in a way that brings out the personality of those participating. I want their loving souls to shine through in my photos, and capture their true selves.

Niki was absolutely wonderful to work with and her photos are gorgeous. She photographed our intimate, family wedding in Calistoga, CA at the end of March. She was easy to communicate with and very responsive. She absolutely understood my vision despite me being unable to articulate it at all. On the day of the wedding, she was on time, professional, and fit in right away with our family. She gave direction (that we needed) without being overbearing. She captured so many special moments that I didn't even realize she was photographing until I looked at the photos later. She turned her photos around very quickly and kept me updated on the progress. The photos were absolutely GORGEOUS. She made me (and the everyone else, but let's be honest, it's about the bride) feel and look so beautiful. Thank you, Niki!!
Elizabeth K., 2 months ago
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Aryk Copley Photography

5.0

Santa Rosa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200

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

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Aryk was friendly and responsive. We had an engagement shoot with him and our dogs, and he was wonderful! On the day of our wedding he showed up with a wonderful presence and put us at ease. We gave him a shot list of family photos and he executed it perfectly. He captured all of the important moments both planned and impromptu. He even taught us how to pin a boutonniere when it proved more complicated than we had expected. Our wedding photos are absolutely incredibly and we will cherish them for the rest of our lives. We cannot recommend Aryk enough!
Mirandi, 7 months ago
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Melissa Atle

5.0

Santa Rosa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

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

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

5.0

Novato, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500

Hey, My name is Boris and I'm stoked you are here. I'm passionate about creating authentic visual memories for humans who are madly in love with each other, so they can travel back in time and relive the deepest moments of their lives. I can't wait to hear your story!

Awarded Best of Zola
Boris was recommended to us by our original wedding photographer who had to back out, given she was moving her business to the East coast. From our first email exchange and phone call with Boris, he was such a delight to work with! We didn't actually meet in person until a few hours before our wedding when he arrived to start photos, and we immediately felt so comfortable and relaxed working with him. His attention to detail and ability to "herd cats" in order to make sure all of our preferred photos were captured was impressive, and he had great suggestions of photo areas / shots that we didn't even think of which was great. If you're looking for a photographer who is a true professional and can direct shots, look no further! Boris brought a great energy to our wedding day and our guests continue to sing his praise based on how gracefully he interacted with everyone at our reception to capture candid shots and we could not be happier with how our photos turned out! I highly recommend Boris and would love to work with him again!
Lauren + C., 2 years ago
Michelle Walker Photography

5.0

Napa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,800

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

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

5.0

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

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

I LOVE working with Amy! She has such a fun personality and her work is beautiful.
Lauren Miller Events, 5 months ago
Jana Contreras Photography and Videography

5.0

Santa Rosa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $9,000

We are a destination wedding photographer and videographer husband & wife team who travels to wherever your story is taking place. We are located just north of San Francisco, California. Oftentimes this dream job of ours takes us to places like: Mendocino, Joshua Tree, Seattle & Mexico. We love to document small weddings and elopements in real time, capture couples in their element and ultimately be part of their village. We believe in communicating well and truly getting to know our couples. We do this so we can truly tell your story intentionally. We work as a team to storyboard your story even before your wedding day happens.

Jana took photos for our wedding in San Francisco and we absolutely loved working with her and her husband for the video! Jana and Eli really care so much about their clients and their excellence, dedication and hard work really shows all over. Communicating with Jana was so easy and she really made sure to know what we wanted as a couple and was super responsive whenever I had questions. Thank you so so much Jana and Eli! You guys have the biggest hearts and our wedding day was extra special because of you both!
Jasmine & J., a year ago
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Peter Cafaro Photography
Napa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200

Hey there! We’re Peter and Jessica, a husband and wife wedding photography team and we’re so happy that you found us! Our goal is to make your wedding experience as enjoyable and fun as possible while creating gorgeous memories you will share for a lifetime. We want you to look back on your photos and remember the love, tears of joy, excitement, warmth, and devotion that you shared on that day!

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Rebel Fox Photography
Santa Rosa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600

Hey there! We’re Natalie and Chris - the folks behind Rebel Fox Photography. We got married a year to the day after our first date, and wholeheartedly believe that when you find your person, you just know. We’re committed to capturing who you are as a couple - all the details that make your love original. Your wedding photos shouldn’t have to be the same as everyone else’s because, well, you’re not everyone else. ​So we say: Let's not be cookie-cutter. Let's be rebels.

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Tammy Horton Photography
Cotati, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600

Welcome. I’m a southern girl, born and raised. Years ago, I drove to CA for the first time on a whim and well, I just never left. I love to travel, explore, and meet new people. My tiny dog, Gravy, is usually by my side. If there's fun to be had or a laugh to be shared, I'm in! And if you call me last minute to join you on a crazy adventure, I will say yes. Most definitely yes.

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Vinh Nguyen Photography
Santa Rosa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Photography, to me, is more than a mere snapshot; it's a portal that transports us back to the emotions, the laughter, and the whispered secrets of a moment. Over the years, I've come to realize that it's not just about capturing images; it's about encapsulating the very essence of those instances that define us. Each time I press the shutter, I'm not just freezing time; I'm preserving the soul of that moment, ready to be revisited whenever the heart desires.

Ashley Wexler Photography
Sonoma, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,850

I love all those moments that make it real, and that no one sees. It's the images beyond the posed ones, or the times in between the poses that I really want to get into. It's the whispers, the giggles, the looks you share with one another- that's what makes me love my job. I want you to get your images back and think "she really got US".

Michael Keel Photography
Petaluma, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

First and foremost - I love what I do. I feel privileged to be able to make art every day and share it with my clients. My goal is to make images speak, exposing "how it feels". I try to achieve in my work: balance, beauty, consistency and continual growth.

Michelle Angeli
Sonoma, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

If there’s one thing that low-key sets my soul on fire, it’s crafting and capturing an experience that celebrates the fireworks between you two. A bubbly Jane of all trades, I’m also the hype-woman who’ll crack you up with a well-timed “that’s what she said” joke. The trusted long-time friend who’ll tick off wedding planning to-dos like it’s no biggie. he detail-oriented nerd who’s got a playbook for everything from rain to wardrobe malfunctions, so the only thing you have to worry about is busting your baddest moves on the dance floor.

Alexandrina Owens Photography
Petaluma, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

My biggest passions are aesthetics and human connection...so weddings are naturally my favorite thing to photograph. After hundreds of weddings, I still find myself tearing up (or maybe a little more than tearing up) at almost every wedding I photograph. People describe me as being sweet and my work as having a delicate, elegant, feminine, and refined quality to it. I believe in authentic romance and real love. My favorite weddings are outdoors, featuring sweeping coastal backdrops, soaring redwoods, rolling hills, or gorgeous vineyards mixed with tastefully stylish decor - and always with a lot of love.

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Diane Bagaoisan Photography
Santa Rosa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,725

Right after graduating from CSU Sacramento in 2012 (with a BA in Photography, might I add!), I did photography as a side-hustle while working a couple of various jobs: part-time as a Summer camp counselor and full-time at a medical device company. After getting married in 2016, I moved to Modesto with my husband since he was working there at the time. Because of the move, I had to leave my jobs in the East Bay. I took this move to the Central Valley as a sign that I should do photography full-time. So, since 2017, I've been a full-time wedding photographer. We are now in beautiful Sonoma County!

rlcCreative
Napa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

rlcCreative is a locally-renowned wedding photography studio owned by lead photographer Rachel Carter, who boasts over a decade of experience in the industry. rlcCreative offers couples a once in a lifetime experience, ending with a beautiful wedding collection that they can cherish for years to come. Her warm personality and talent behind the lens make rlcCreative the best choice for your wedding day photography.

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Eivan's Photo & Video

4.9

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves San Rafael, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired a photo and videographer team to capture our wedding. They did a great job helping us feel comfortable in front of the camera. Beautiful photos and efficient customer service team. The final product was delivered way before expected. Highly recommend.
Rauqelle S., 2 years ago
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Khariza Rae Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Welcome. My name is Khariza and I am a San Francisco based wedding, portrait and lifestyle photographer. Think of me as a professional third-wheel, or better yet as your friend with a camera! I am dedicated to capturing authentic photos that feel true to who you are!

Awarded Best of Zola
Before the wedding, we got to spend time with Khariza when we took our engagement photos. She made the experience fun and relaxed so we knew the Big Day would be the same. We had a wedding of less than 50 guests and Khariza really helped make the day easeful and intimate, which was the tone we were aiming for. She was able to capture everything from candids, group photos, and special moments. The aunties and uncles were so impressed by her eye for detail (making sure you didn't see phones in pockets and gently guiding folks where to put their hands, etc.) and patience to ensure everyone got the photos and shots they asked for. We love her work and the service she provides and would not hesitate to recommend her to others and look forward to booking future sessions with her.
Maria S., a year ago
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Drzazga Photo

5.0

Cleveland, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves San Rafael, 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
If we could give them 10 stars, especially for quality of goods or services delivered, we would! We are obsessed with our photos from our wedding day and are so excited to see more of their magic when they capture our reception next month. It’s amazing how they capture the genuine happiness radiating from all the couples they work with. Carly and Kasey are so friendly and easy-going. Their communication is top-notch and they are very organized. Hands down one of the best vendor choices we made. You will not regret your decision and they are so worth it!
Rachel E., 3 years ago
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PictureMeThisByLacie

5.0

Greencastle, IN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Just like you, I have felt awkward in front of the camera. I’ve had photos taken of me that I didn’t like. When you go on a session with me, I will not only make you feel comfortable, but I will make sure you look good! I will give you prompts to keep you moving and laughing. I’m sorry but there are some angles, and poses that are not flattering for everyone. Like, please don’t take a photo of me from below! Hello double chin! What I’m saying is, I got you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Absolutely loved my wedding photos! She captured perfect candid pictures and made you feel so comfortable in front of camera. Would book again with lacie in a heartbeat!
Megan, 2 years ago
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Sophia Osborne Photography

5.0

Ashburn, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Rafael, 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.

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We couldn’t be happier with not just the photos Sophia captured, but the experience working with her. We got a package that included engagement photos, bridal portraits, and the wedding day. Her talent and kindness absolutely exceeded our expectations and we keep getting compliments from everyone who sees our wedding photos. 10/10 I absolutely recommend her!!!
Mona P., 2 years ago
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Hopkins Co

5.0

Nashville, TN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Rafael, 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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10/10 recommend Savannah and Jon! I did my engagement shoot with them and will be doing my wedding with them as well. Savannah makes you feel so comfortable and guides the shoot amazingly. Not to mention, the photos turned out BEAUTIFULLY!!!
Brittany, 2 years ago
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A+M Badillo Images

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Rafael, 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.

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Loved all the images! We wanted mainly candid photos and only gave poor AM like 15 minutes of posed photos and they nailed it. We we able to spend the maximum amount of time with our guests, which is exactly what we wanted. We were able to fully be present in the moment and enjoy our wedding and still got stellar shots of the 2 of us! Very grateful.
Casey and B., a year ago
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A Nomadic Love

5.0

Dallas, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves San Rafael, 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.

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Carly and Elliot were a dream to work with!!! They put effort into getting to know us/understand our vision and perfectly delivered engagement and wedding photos that we will cherish our entire lives. They are kind, make you feel comfortable, and are so quick to communicate. Carly went above and beyond to help with styling, the big day’s schedule, and more. We loved getting to work with A Nomadic Love and cannot recommend them enough!!
Audrey and M., a year ago
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A Perfect Impression

5.0

Brentwood, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,195
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

We had the pleasure of working with Aaron for our engagement shoot and Andy for our wedding day and both experiences were absolutely wonderful. Our photographs came out better than we could have imagined. Andy especially was fantastic. He was excellent at communicating what he needed to do his job well and great at understanding our needs. We still use his line, "If you're happy and you know it, tell your face!". He really captured the day and we couldn't be more grateful.
Kelsey M., 4 months ago
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Gemini Sun Creative

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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Dani was truly amazing from start to finish. Having her capture moments that we will look back on and treasure forever is incredibly special .
pamela c., 2 years ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves San Rafael, 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.

Ledd was amazing. Like truly amazing. He was so kind and gave the perfect direction. His attention to detail truly elevates these photos. We couldn't be more thrilled with our pictures. He will be our photographer for life.
Ogii, 4 months ago
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Holly Castillo Photography

5.0

Malibu, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Rafael, 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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Photosfarm

5.0

Cupertino, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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Hok is a great photographer! He is truly passionate about photography, and he is a joy to be around. I think he really helps to bring out the best in people and captures some amazing shots. We first used him for our engagement pictures, then wedding pictures, and we were so impressed, we recently hired him for our baby announcement pictures. He's definitely open to suggestions too. We had some ideas for themes and angles and locations and he's always willing to go for it. Hok is great! I highly recommend him! He was always on time and always very dependable. I think he goes above and beyond, not just technically, but with his artistic interpretation of moments. As an example, I learned later that he had spent a lot of extra time editing a picture to add more bubbles to it in order to capture one of our moments. His editing abilities are also great. I think he just does a lot of extra details that you wouldn't find from someone competing in his price range. My maid of honor recently had a wedding and she chose a different photographer who had absolutely terrible photos compared to Hok's. Hok is amazing! Good luck with your event! Hok will be a great choice, you won't regret it!
Hellen + M., 2 years ago
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Twentythreeninteen

5.0

Benicia, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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Thomas was easily one of the most professional members of the wedding team. We ended up relying on him to navigate the sometimes confusing scheduling and his knowledge of the traditions. He kept us hitting our marks for each moment and delivered amazing photos in an easy to access way very quickly after the events (we used him for engagement and wedding photos). Looking back, Thomas was definitely one of our best picks for the wedding team.
Gary C., 10 months ago
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Jess Onesto (formerly Cheers Babe Photo)

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Jess is a wedding photographer serving couples from Los Angeles to New York City. She specializes in documenting moments with honesty and optimism to showcase her couples’ love for each other, love for their people and their love for a damn good time. “My work is bold, enduring, and honest.” With more than a decade of experience as a photographer and a background in fine art and film photography, Jess approaches each wedding with intention and a sense of novelty. She works in both digital and film mediums and her work has been featured in publications including Martha Stewart Weddings, Destination I Do and Brides.

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Jess is such a pleasure to work with from the beginning to the very end! She's detailed, organized and on top of everything but she's also a super talented photographer! Her style is so beautiful and she captures all the details and moments that are so important throughout the day. It's key to having a great photographer who can keep things on time throughout the day, make you feel relaxed and capture every moment perfectly. Jess is one of the best in the industry and you should definitely hire her to capture your wedding day!
Lauren Potter, 5 months ago
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Kathryn Cooper Weddings

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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I can’t say enough about Kathryn. She is the most amazing photographer and she is so great handling all the personalities. Everyone in my wedding party was obsessed with her. She is amazing. Get her if you can!!!!
Michelle R., 5 months ago
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Hannah Berglund Photography

5.0

Livermore, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $10,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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I've admired Lisa's work for many years, and finally had the chance to work with her. Lisa is an extraordinary photographer and a joy to work with. Communication with her was clear and easy, she understood out needs and wants, arrived on time delivered stunning images. If you're looking for a photographer, you can't go wrong with Lisa Stone!
Jennifer, 3 years ago
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Tooney White Photography

5.0

Modesto, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,990
  • Serves San Rafael, 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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Booking with Tooney for our engagement shoot was one of the best decisions my fiancé and I made during our wedding planning journey. Her communication and accommodations brought our dream engagement photoshoot to life. After witnessing what she created, we promptly booked her for our wedding. Tooney also served as an excellent hype-person. As a somewhat reserved couple, she boosted our confidence and continuously hyped up both my partner and me, bringing out the best in each of us in our photos. I'm really excited for her to capture our dream wedding this December. Thank you Tooney!
Arjay F., 5 months ago
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MKEshoots Photography

5.0

Porter Ranch, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Rafael, 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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Murtazzah and his team at MKE were absolutely fantastic. Their professionalism, kindness, and expertise were outright unmatched. They met with us regularly before our wedding, they were always available via email or phone if we had questions, and the incredibly reasonable price helped us to stay within our budget and still have the best experience with a photographer I have ever had. Additionally, they fit in with both of our families so well, it felt like we had friends taking photos on our special day and that feeling really made everyone feel so relaxed and stress-free! I have recommended MKE to every one of my friends for their special events because they are, simply, the best! You won’t regret choosing MKE!
Jacob, 10 months ago
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Love & Latitudes

5.0

Huntington Beach, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

We’re Diana and Isiah, the photographer and officiant duo behind Love and Latitudes Outdoor Wedding and Elopement Photography. We adore traveling and would love nothing more than to give you the perfect adventure elopement. As full-time vanlifers, we are always looking for the next experience—no drive is too long or winding to stop us from our next adventure!

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She was so fun to work with! Couldn’t have asked for anything else! Very personable and made the day great for my wife and I. Would recommend her to anyone!
Keith B., 2 years ago
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Bellocq Weddings

5.0

New Orleans, LA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves San Rafael, 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 was so wonderful to work with and hang out with on our big day! He put the folks who dread photos at ease and helped us along, but also allowed us to be our natural selves. The moments he captured were so wonderful and we got our photos back so quickly. Communication is top notch. We couldn’t imagine a better photographer for our wedding & will be keeping in touch - J is a great guy!
Shelby, 5 months ago
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Oh Lovely Wedding

5.0

Carmichael, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Rafael, 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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I cannot recommend Amanda enough!! We are not only over-the-moon with our photos, but Amanda is SO pleasant and fun to work with. She is able to seamlessly plug herself in, adapt, and roll with all of the moving parts of a wedding day. She helped guide and pose us through all of the portraits, and she works so swiftly. She was able to keep all of the wedding party and family members on task for those formalized pictures, while remaining playful and chill. She also collaborated beautifully with our videographer and other vendors. Do yourself a favor and hire Amanda!! She brought a very warm and calming energy to such a hectic day, and we are forever grateful to be the recipient of her time and talents!!
Kate McDugald S., 7 months ago
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Jonathan Tung Photography

4.9

Bothell, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

No matter who you are or where you came from, everyone has a story, and stories were meant to be told. I tell stories through photography. Weddings are incredibly meaningful and intimate. I’m not just someone with a camera who shows up and takes pictures. I believe in truly connecting and engaging with my clients so I can best understand how I can tell their story. With a bright, clean, and vibrant photography style, I help bring my client’s vision to life through beautiful photos that can be cherished forever.

I had the honor and privilege to meet and work alongside Jon at a recent event. He is so kind, professional and enjoyable to work with. I enjoyed watching him capture all the details and candid moments through the event. The sneak peaks he shared were so beautiful and I cannot wait to see the full gallery. I highly recommend hiring Jonathan for your special day!
Amber with Aha Sugar Co. , 5 months ago
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Natura Collective

5.0

Brooklyn, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hey there! My partner Emilio and I have been shooting together for over 5 years. I personally shot my first wedding back in 2010! We're an LGBT owned company and we are so so so passionate about making sure everyone feels represented in a sometimes white-washed straight appearing industry, we love inclusivity. Our main goal is you having the best stress-free and FUN wedding photo/video experience.

Christian and Emilio were an absolute joy to work with from our exploratory communications, to the day of our wedding, and the delivery of our photo's and video. We are forever grateful to have them be apart of our special day. They listened to exactly what we asked for. We didn't want a lot of the typical wedding shots and wanted more candid photos. Not only did they deliver on that, some of the more staged photo's that we thought we didn't need, once we saw the outcome, we were happy that they worked a few of those in the mix ;-). Christian and Emilio totally got our vibe and it translated beautifully in photo's and our video. Our friends and family are still raving about it! Listen, we all know that sticking to a budget while wedding planning is necessary yet one of the biggest challenges BUT they are willing to work with you. I'm not kidding. These gents truly have your best interest at heart and that includes giving you quality work within a budget that works for you. My husband and I have very high standards and are very detailed oriented, so this a very honest review. Cross this off your 'vendors to hire' list and HIRE THEM! Don't even think twice about it.
Bianca + M., 4 years ago
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Annie Hall Photography

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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I had the privilege of hiring Annie to shoot my wedding in Glacier National Park and through it all, the one part of the weekend I thankfully never had to worry about was our photography. Annie was there with us surviving covid scares, a nearly lost heirloom, intermittent downpours, and unpaved roads to the venue, all with a smile on her face and snapping away. She was even game when we asked if we could get dressed up again the next day for more photos at all our favorite spots throughout the park. And of course, if you’re here you’ve seen her work and know that it all came out gorgeous. Her attention to detail both before and during the events is unmatched, talking with us multiple times before wedding day to know what we were looking for and what to avoid. She’s an expert at capturing all the off the cuff moments that would have been otherwise lost to time, but also has no issue helping everyone get posed for more formal shots if that’s requested as well. What you end up with are a wonderful blend of the small moments that make the event special and the large ones that are frequently a must for the family. And in our case, some stunning portraits in our favorite National Park that we’ll cherish forever. Thank you again Annie, for the photos and your friendship.
Ben and K., 5 months ago
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Image In Love Photography

5.0

Oceanside, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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.

Working with Toby has been an amazing experience, we have enjoyed every session! He has so much creativity, direction, and passion for what he does behind the camera. You know he wants to get the best shot for you every time, and he will. So far we have had our engagement photos (with our dog), a session when we got our marriage license/ceremony downtown county admin building at the harbor, and soon our wedding with Toby booked. When we get our pictures back, I am in awe and amazed at his work. Seriously feel lucky to have met him. He will forever be our photographer.
Tara J., 2 months ago
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Pictures by Nicole Seaman {"Pics by Nics"}

5.0

Allentown, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I was introduced to the world of photography the same week I was introduced to the world! All thanks to my Dad, who was never without his camcorder or camera. Because of him, our memories growing up are preserved. Then I got my first camera. I documented everything. So I can go back & revisit so many wonderful memories from my life...most of which I wouldn't remember without pictures!

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Met Nicole while working at a wedding in February 2024. She was very kind to our staff and not in the way at all. She allowed everyone to enjoy the party without blocking views or being rude. Yet managed to do her job with a smile the whole time! She is very pleasant!
Sandra, a month ago
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Mindy Webb Photography

5.0

Roseville, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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My fiancé and I booked Mindy back in January for our wedding in June. Even though our wedding was postponed, she’s been a wonderful help in all the chaos. We did do engagement pics with her earlier this year, and had a great time! We were nervous about being camera shy, but her bubbly friendly personality really helped guide us through it. We felt so comfortable and she posed us with ease so we didn’t have to think about it too much! They turned out beautiful, and we used them for our save the date cards. Everyone loved them! Can’t wait for our wedding!
Natalie, 4 years ago
MalikaDanae Photography

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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

5.0

Columbia, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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They are cool as heck!! I can't say enough positive things about Natural Unions...I loved their hype of getting into the mindset on that day with their props and enthusiasm. Their artistic talent and professionalism truly shines. They made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Working with them on that beautiful day is an everlasting memory we will cherish forever."
Tessi, a year ago
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Katelyn Tucker Photography

5.0

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

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

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We worked with Katelyn on a previous wedding and our couple raved about her! She was wonderful to work with and communication was very easy & smooth. As a wedding planner, it is so important to work with amazing and professional vendors because it makes everything easier and ensures that the wedding day will run smoothly. Not to mention the photos were gorgeous! Highly recommend Katelyn if you are looking for a photographer!
Leah, 4 years ago
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Kaitlyn Carter Photography

5.0

Louisville, KY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,150
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I am a travel photographer based out of Louisville, Kentucky. I have always been the friend with the camera admiring those around me. I am truly captivated by people simply being people, always finding beauty in human connections and the REAL. My goal is to be a calming presence, help the day run smooth, and ensure everyone in front of the camera feels COMFORTABLE. I lean toward documentary style photography emphasizing what makes your love unique.

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Kaitlyn was amazing! We did engagement and wedding photos with her, and they turned out so beautiful. She's really friendly, and put us at ease (neither of us like being on camera). She managed to catch several photos of my husband genuinely smiling, which is hard to do!
Jenny and S., a year ago
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The Narrative by Jarrod Rigby (Photo + Video)

5.0

Venice, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Absolutely effortless, at organically creating magic. You can’t hide talent and that is just what this power team have together. A natural eye for seeing the beauty in all things around them and perfectly capturing and captivating the moment and the story. Be smart and hire someone that can tell your story in the most beautiful way. They stay trending and ahead of the game as well but yet the work is timeless. It’s true art!!!
Leslie, 6 months ago
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Wrenn Photography

5.0

Austin, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I am a documentary-style photographer with a passion for visual storytelling. With my fly-on-the-wall approach, your images will be an authentic, honest reflection of your love. When you look back at your photos, I want you to remember the laughs, the tears, and the moments spent with your beloveds - rather than having your photo taken. It is my joy and honor to capture this momentous day of your lives. If my style aligns with what you are looking for in a wedding photographer, let's connect and create magic together!

Stop searching for a photographer- you found the right one! Mary was so amazing to work with. She did our engagement shots as well as our “first” wedding (we had a Covid wedding). I was so happy with everything that she did. Mary is fun, creative and knows how to capture the spirit of the day. Her style is soft and romantic and she does not over-edit the final product. I really cannot say enough good things about her. You will not regret hiring Mary!
Megan M., 3 months ago
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Ivy Rose Photography

5.0

Las Vegas, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $9,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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

5.0

Saint Paul, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I specialize in St. Paul & Minneapolis Minnesota engagements, elopements & wedding photography. I love to work with people with vision, an appreciation for creativity and a love for adventure. If you're game then so am I. Let's make some gorgeous art together.

Andy is an artist. My wife and I enjoy his work very much. He provided wonderful and actionable advice. He is very patient and professional. Highly recommended!
Bo, 4 months ago
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Stewart+Barnes Photo Co., LLC

5.0

Wetumpka, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Our approach is as unique as your love story. With a blend of editorial flair, photojournalistic authenticity, and fine art finesse, we capture the essence of your wedding day vision. We don't just capture moments, we craft narratives.

If I could rate higher than 5 stars I would! StewartBarnes perfectly captured every magical moment of our wedding day! They are such great people & made the process so easy for us. They make everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. We are so impressed with the quality of the photos & videos. If you're considering booking them for your event, let this be your sign. DO IT! You won't regret it!
Kaley B., 5 months ago
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Ciara Cusseaux Photography

5.0

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

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 is someone who knows the industry and manages to make her clients feel unique, special, and comfortable. I cannot praise her work enough as she made my wedding photos look like they belong in a magazine. We were thrilled!!! She is so kind and detail oriented, I love the way she took the lead and had everyone in my family pose for the family portraits. We had no idea how to coordinate and she took control. That is something you don't think about beforehand and may not anticipate. Having her experience and professionalism made the process smooth, and efficient. Everyone smiled and enjoyed themselves as she captured the moments we will now and forever cherish.
Alyssa & L., a year ago
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Jasmine Jorges Photo

5.0

Somerville, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hi, I'm Jasmine! I'm your all-in, candid obsessed photographer based in New England but really anywhere. (I love to travel!) After four years and dozens of weddings, I can safely say photography is my passion. From the planning and envisioning ideas to the day of capturing all your special moments and the in-between shots, I'll be there to support you through it all.

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I was so happy when Jasmine was able to photograph my small elopement on short notice! She was so nice with me and all my family and friends, and really felt like a part of my small ceremony. She captured amazing small moments, and even planned a secret hour with my maid of honor in the morning for a surprise brunch! I was so happy to have her there for all of it, and the photos turned out absolutely stunning.
Arabiye, a year ago
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Stephanie Pardo Photography

5.0

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

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

Stephanie took photos of the food and drinks at my fresh seafood restaurant for promotional material, she was able to highlight our food and unique dine-in a way that was captivating and real.
Bag o’ Crab , 4 months ago
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VILD Photography

5.0

Carson City, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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M and Rob of Vild were absolutely wonderful. They not only provided high quality photos of our wedding, but they were so easy to work with and so quick to respond to my questions. They took all the stress out of timing our intimate wedding in South Lake and knew how to get gorgeous shots of our entire wedding from beginning to end. Would 10/10 recommend!
Adrienne, 4 years ago
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Sunbeam Studio Photography

5.0

Denver, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hi there! My name is Kelsey and I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a Colorado-based wedding and elopement photographer, and I shoot everywhere from Europe to locally in Denver! My favorite thing about photography is capturing the candid “in-between” moments, real emotions, and when people bring their dogs to their shoots. I work with my clients to create memories that last beyond their wedding day, and deliver photos that capture the fun, romantic and timeless moments so you can re-live them for years to come.

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Kelsey gifted us a truly wonderful wedding day experience the moment she arrived at the venue. She was kind, professional, lively, and made us forget that a 'stranger' was creating some of our most treasured memories. Kelsey was so easy to connect with and made the entire experience a fun and beautiful part of our special day that as a result produced our incredible, moment capturing photos. We are forever grateful for having Kelsey be our photographer, and would highly, highly recommend to any friend or family member.
Nicole W., 9 months ago
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Black Hat Studio

5.0

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

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

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

5.0

Riverside, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I'm Mariela, a traveling Wedding and Elopement Photographer. I live in Riverside, California, and have traveled and explored since pursuing my photographic journey for over fifteen years. I am intentional and detail-oriented with my work, as much as I am carefree, easygoing, and fun with my couples. I balance my organic approach to photos journalistically and capture the details editorially. Your imagery will be filled with emotions and captured moments to last your lifetime. "I am a MISSION INN Preferred Vendor." LGBTQ Friendly

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Mariela is so easy to work with, she communicates well, and makes everything so easy and carefree. I am always impressed by her stunning photos and her creativity. I highly recommend her to all my clients.
Dawn Adams, 3 years ago
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Visuals by J. McKenzie

5.0

Upper Marlboro, MD
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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I initially had first hand experience with Jamaal's work while being in a good friend's wedding last year. A this wedding Jamaal was great. He paid attention to detail, was prompt and on time, didn't need to be told to capture certain moments, etc. When it came time for my big day, I knew I had the perfect person in mind. My wife and I decided to go the conservative route and have a small wedding w/ reception dinner at a restaurant. However, based on our wedding photo sneak peaks that Jamaal provided after; you would think it was a bigger wedding that what it actually was! Which is exactly what we wanted. He captured every moment perfect. My wife and I are happy to have worked with J. and hope to use him in the future for whatever occasion we have coming up next! Thank you again J!
Brandon G., 2 years ago
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Heather Hanson Wedding Photography

5.0

Minneapolis, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,650
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

My art is dedicated to capturing genuine, raw human emotion through playful and experimental photography. With a background in photojournalism and 14+ years of experience photographing couples, she tells the story of both the wedding day and the couple in a unique combination of candids, details, and portraits.

Working with Heather you are sure to laugh and smile throughout your wedding day. I have worked with her for a few a years and love how much joy she brings to a wedding day! Her images are bright and joyful to reflect her as a person!
Keighla Anderson, 2 months ago
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Tuan B & Co

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $12,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

All the beautiful moments, from the tiny ones to the big amazing ones - they are all important. We tell stories from start to finish, with a focus on emotion. We photograph in our home cities of San Francisco, Chicago and New York City, but also travel internationally - we've photographed weddings in seven countries.

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Tuan and his team were very professional, friendly, and did a great job capturing candid shots and unique photos of our wedding venue. They made us feel comfortable, which was very important to us. We would recommend them to anyone looking for a less conventional look to their wedding album, or anyone who wants to work with vintage cameras and analog film.
Doug and C., a year ago
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Oxford St. Photography

5.0

Arlington, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

We are Juniett and Julian, a husband-and-wife professional wedding photography team, dedicated to serving our couples with thoughtful service and authentic photography. Our commitment goes beyond capturing images to providing support, recommendations, and guidance throughout the wedding journey. Our complementary styles—Juniett's editorial intimacy and Julian's journalistic approach—ensure no moment is missed. Our roots and passion for storytelling drive us to value human connection and community, making us not just photographers but a trusted team dedicated to capturing and celebrating love.

It was such a pleasure working with Juniett and Julian! They sincerely care about their craft and producing the highest quality product with the subjects in mind! I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a photographer!
Anisha Zaman, a month ago
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Fits & Stops Photography

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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We are so glad we found P.J. from Fits and Stops Photography. From the early planning stages, he was attuned to our needs and photographic wishes. Prior to booking him for the wedding, we did an engagement photo session with him. We were very happy with his professionalism, creativity, and fun personality. He had the photos to us quickly and we were so happy with his work that we booked him for our wedding. He created a custom wedding photo package tailored to our photography needs. We planned a relatively small wedding at a family’s vineyard, but then the global pandemic happened. In the months and weeks leading up to our wedding P.J. was incredibly flexible, understanding, and accommodating. As our plans continued to change weekly and then daily, P.J. remained positive and supportive. Because of the pandemic, we had so many stressors and challenges, but P.J. was never one of them. We knew no matter what we still wanted to be married on our original date and even if no one could attend, we wanted P.J. there to take photos. Literally days before our wedding, we finalized a plan to do an elopement ceremony deep in the forest. It required a long drive to the mountains, a bumpy ride on a dirt road, a hike into the woods, and a short climb to a rocky overlook. Not exactly what P.J. thought he was getting into when we booked him for a vineyard wedding months ago, but he was 100% on board with our new plan and so excited for us. It meant a lot to us to have all his positive energy and enthusiasm with us on our wedding day. Though our wedding did not go as we thought it would when we planned it many months ago, our wedding was beautiful and P.J. did a fantastic job capturing the elopement ceremony. The day after our wedding he sent us a few photos to share with our family and friends sheltering in place around the globe. His photos meant so much to those who were eagerly waiting to gather for our wedding, only to be devastated when we had to alter our plans. Many people commented they felt they were right there with us as they looked through P.J.’s photos. We couldn’t be happier with our photos and our experience working with P.J. We look forward to the day when we can all gather safely in celebration and we hope we can have P.J. there to capture all those special moments with our family and friends.
Jaslyn and K., 4 years ago
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Yosemite's Golden Photography

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I'm known for creating experiences that are fun, laid back, and authentic. I have an immense love for adventure and an eye for capturing raw, organic, in-the-moment feelings for families, small weddings, elopements, boudoir, and adventurous couples. I know I am not for everyone but if you find that I don't meet who you are seeking, I don't take offense. It's completely understandable. I wouldn't mind pointing you in the right direction either 😊 .

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My husband and I cannot recommend Brey enough! She is professional, charismatic, and an absolute pleasure to work with. Brey showed up to our venue on our wedding day in April 2022 and immediately started doing what she does best: creating magic with her camera! If you need someone who will get the job done, with a little spice (well, a lot of spice actually), then Brey is the photographer for you.
Chynna T., 2 years ago
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Julia Beemer Photography

5.0

Bartow, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hey, I'm Julia. Born in Germany and lived all over the country. Growing up exploring (thanks mom and dad) had a huge impact on me wanting to capture and cherish every memory and adventure. Besides photography, I love traveling the country with my siblings, I enjoy a good workout, and hiking with my 3 dogs! I have 10 years of professional photography experience, I shoot with two cameras, bring any lighting equipment necessary and come with all posing, prompts and locations ideas - so you two can relax and enjoy your day! I've got the photo *record keeping* of the day under control! 📸 Inquire for a quote today

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Julia shot our wedding in Sonoma County and did a *fantastic* job. She has such an artistic eye, and the photos of our wedding really capture the mood and the atmosphere. She is great a coaching and helping people relax -- most of all, she's just a great person. I 1000% recommend her!
Amy, 10 months ago
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Dominic Trujillo Photography & Videography

5.0

Redlands, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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Dominic is a true gem! My fiance, (now husband) and I are timid in front of the camera but Dominic was able to capture the best of us anyways. We first did an engagement shoot with him where he braved the storms and wind with us to complete some amazing photos. He was able to make us feel so comfortable and capture all the right moments to bring to life our love on film. Shooting at the wedding was even more incredible. On a day that is already hectic and full of nerves, Dominic brought the calm and the fun as we shot all our photos throughout the night. His patience, humor, creativity, and amazing eye made the experience absolutely wonderful! I can't recommend him enough! HIRE HIM!
Emann B., 9 months ago
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AJ Photography-NV

5.0

Gardnerville, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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Armando is an absolutely amazing photographer which we already knew after our engagement photo shoot that was included in our wedding photo package. However, once we received our wedding photos, we were absolutely blown away! Not only did he take absolutely breathtaking portraits and capture big moments throughout the day, but he caught a lot of sweet little moments of our guests. After sharing the gallery with some of our family and friends, many of them commented “ I can’t believe your photographer caught this moment of my sons, dad, mom, etc”. We are completely able to re-live our day with his photos. I don’t even understand how he was able to do it, but he also put together an 11 minute highlight video capturing our vows, big moments and many more little moments throughout the day! I was balling while watching it! Also, really important to us was Armando was extremely responsive throughout the entire wedding planning process and even came to our 30 days out venue walk through to make sure we were on the same page. Armando is an extremely talented photographer and you’d be lucky to book him for your wedding day!
Ashley S., 7 months ago
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Natural Images Photo Video

5.0

Foley, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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

5.0

Lincoln, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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So we hired Lexi and Warren to take our photos in Colorado. I reached out to them to tell them I would be proposing during the shoot too. We worked out a plan and had it prepared perfectly. My fiancé had no idea and it was absolutely perfect. The photos and engagement video were absolutely beautiful. I am so glad we chose As the Crow Flies, they are great at communicating and just amazing people. We plan on using them for our wedding too! I could not refer them enough, they are great!!
Ryan and S., 2 years ago
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Mindful Media Photography

5.0

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

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

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

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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

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

5.0

Alexandria, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I am so Happy you are here! My name is Alice and I am a portrait and wedding photographer based in Northern Virginia - Maryland - Washington D.C. areas. To me, it has been a privilege to be able to connect with everyone that I had a chance to photograph. My goal is to capture those raw, honest, and authentic emotions so that twenty years from now, you can look back on these photos and still remember exactly how that moment felt. I hope we share the same goal and that I am the photographer you are looking for.

Choosing Alice Tran as our wedding photographer was one of our best decisions. Her talent for capturing emotions in every shot, blending candid moments with poses, captured the emotions and love of our day. Alice's professionalism and warmth were evident throughout our interactions. She seamlessly navigated our wedding day, capturing intimate moments without intrusion. From her timely delivery of edited images to the thoughtful packaging, every detail was impeccable. Alice's genuine passion for her craft shines through in her work. Her artistry has given us a timeless collection of photographs we'll cherish forever. If you're seeking a photographer who exceeds expectations and becomes a cherished part of your wedding journey, Alice Tran is the perfect choice.
Marissa, 7 days ago
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Next Exit Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Adi and Cat Benner aka Next Exit Photography specialize in authentic, creative, natural, classic, photojournalistic Weddings Photography. Named BEST Wedding Photographer in Los Angeles by California Wedding Day Magazine and published globally in over 100 publications, Next Exit captures the unique personalities of each of their clients. They are celebrated for their joyful, emotional, and bright natural images. Please feel free to reach out for a chat!!

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We loved our experience with Cat and Adi at Next Exit Photography. From day one they were kind, reassuring, and knowledgeable about so many parts of the wedding experience and they really felt like we were in great hands with them throughout the planning and execution of our day. Day of, photography is such a huge part of the experience, and Cat and Adi both really made us feel comfortable and filled the day with laughter, creativity, and fun! And, of course, they take amazing pictures and made us look like the best version of ourselves and our families in every photo. We have over 600 favorited photos right now, and reducing that number is proving to be quite a task because they're all so amazing. Can't thank them enough- you won't regret having them as a part of your day!
Shannon M., a month ago
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Natalie N Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hey there! I'm Natalie, a San Francisco based elopement and wedding photographer for couples who want a stress-free wedding celebration. I believe weddings should be focused on you and your partner having a great time. It's your wedding day, you should be enjoying it!

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Natalie was an impressive wedding photographer. She had a lot of great ideas for engagement and first look locations. And when it rained on our wedding day, she was out scouting impromptu first look locations in the rain before our ceremony. We are very pleased with the final product, which included a wide array of shots. She even touched up a few photos after, per our request. Natalie is easy to work with, flexible, and fun! You should book her now!!
Andrea and W., 4 years ago
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Vincent Po Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,100
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Oklahoma raised, Princeton educated, and founder of Portrait of a Young Couple, documenting how couples of all backgrounds and identities across the world live and love. I'd love to be a part of helping to capture you and your partner's love.

I met Vincent last year as he was a photographer at a wedding and I was the videographer. We instantly connected as he is the kindest, and most genuine person. He is filled with so much joy and happiness, and he truly made the day wonderful just with his presence. His business, Portrait of a Young Couple is truly inspiring and it tells you how great Vincent is as he captures these weddings free of charge in return for your story. I learned all about his business the day I worked with him, and he is so passionate and truly loves what he does. After the wedding, I was able to see the photos that Vincent took, and not only was he great to work with but his photos are amazing too. We do live in different states, but I hope someday our paths cross again and that I work with him again as he makes working in the wedding industry better.
Aryn Book, Peridot & Lace, 2 years ago
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Onyx and Arrow Collective

5.0

Henderson, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I'm April, and I'm here to be your coffee-fueled hype woman on your wedding day! Onyx and Arrow Collective is a wedding photography and videography brand designed to service couples from coast to coast. After 6 years in business, my team and I have been honored enough to capture nearly 900 love stories. We're here to ensure a fun, seamless day while capturing amazing pictures for you and your partner.

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As a wedding planner for over 8 years in Las Vegas I can say I truly love partnering with April and her team. She is a true professional and very passionate about what she does. She is up to date with the newest gear and has a unique and timeless editing style. I highly recommend April and the team at Unwritten...
Emily, 4 years ago
Becky G Studios

5.0

Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

California native, PNW resident, coffee drinker, dog scritcher, friend, forward-thinker, designer. I hate having my photo taken (go figure), my dog Boone makes me laugh every day, and I thrive off of honest, intentional conversations. I’ve worked as a photographer for over 8 years and I know that half the job is connecting with people and offering them an experience, not just a gallery. I believe you have to feel comfortable with the person behind the camera before you can let go and fully be yourself in front of it.

Becky has shot photos of every single important event in my adult life and we are always SO happy with the result! She is amazing at what she does, from my wedding to baby shower to maternity photos to family photos with a 1 year old! Her photos are flawless and edited beautifully. She brings out the best in everyone when she shoots and makes you feel so comfortable. We recently had to move out of state and had to go to another local photographer and it was a nightmare, for the first time we didn’t get to shoot with Becky and we missed you terribly! Consider yourself lucky if you can ever shoot with Becky G!
Emmi and N., 3 years ago
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Mycah Bain Photography

5.0

Minneapolis, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,450
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Capturing your beautiful & intimate moments is why I do what I do. Whether it's the brush of a hand, a first look, or an inside joke whispered at just the right time... I am constantly seeking to capture those beautiful moments. Those real, stunning and timeless moments that make up YOUR relationship. However, I pride myself on being more than a wedding photographer – As someone who has been an intimate part of over 200 weddings, I vow to be your number one hype woman, your timeline planner, your moment of zen, your personal cleavage taper, your family wrangler, your time pauser, and your memory keeper.

We’ve had the pleasure of working with Mycah many times! She is so responsive, easy to work with and FUN. The quality and creativity of the photos are always amazing and we love how she captures personality so well! She really knows how to bring out the confidence in each client. I recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer!
Lady Vamp Artistry, 3 years ago
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Jodee Debes Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Capturing vibrant, authentic, and effortless images for my couples makes me giddy!! My approach is all about reading the room and playing off your vibe. If you’re up, I’m bringing the energy. If you’re having a sweet tender moment, I’m calm and patient. I’ll keep you on time while also allowing space for you to live in the moment. I love making real connections with my couples and letting your personalities shine through the images. I’m super conscious of the fact that this is YOUR wedding day! So I love a good candid and aim to make y'all feel comfortable in front of the camera so you can enjoy the day knowing the moments are being saved.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am truly thrilled to be sitting here writing this amazing review for Jodee. Where do I even begin? I met Jodee while working at a wedding and her personality just blew me away. On the day of the event we were working she was all smiles and nothing but her being the sweetest person ever! When it came time to make the big decision of who I wanted to be, my wedding photographer Jodee instantly came to mind. I loved her style of photography true to color and she captures those moments you will cherish forever. As my fiance and I are officially a year out from our wedding I wanted to take our engagement photos somewhere magical. I called Jodee and let her know that we were thinking of Yosemite National Park. Jodee was nothing but excited to shoot in this location and this is when all the fun began. Let me just tell you Jodee is great at reaching out and keeping in contact with you for all your needs. When it came time to booking our reservation at Yosemite Jodee handled everything from making the reservation to finding out all info regarding parking and food and locations. This task was not easy given the circumstances currently during COVID Yosemite has changed their rules currently and it was a much different process to go to the park unlike in the past. Jodee was quick to jump on the computer and read about everything we needed to make this trip successful. She had a whole schedule that made our time there truly memorable. I can truly say that when we arrived it felt like everything was normal again and we were amongst nature and we felt free. When the big day came Jodee showed up early and scouted the area before we got there to find the best possible areas for our shoot! We had planned for one whole day of shooting till sunset and a beautiful sunrise shoot too. Jodee was game for everything! We had four outfit changes and several different locations for our photoshoot from Taft Point, Glacier Point, and El Capitan Meadow just to name a few. Each location was more magical than the other. Did I mention how easy it was to feel comfortable around Jodee too? It felt so seamless and easy we never felt like we were posed or uncomfortable she also knows the tricks to make you laugh. During that time it was so great to get to know more about here and her career and how she got started in photography. I am so grateful that I found Jodee and after our engagement shoot I am only more excited to see what magical photos she captures on our wedding day. I cannot stress enough how amazing this woman is. She will go above and beyond to make sure you’re the happiest person on your special day. Thank you Jodee from the bottom of my heart I cannot wait to book you again for all our future adventures. Can't wait for the big wedding day but I needed people to know how passionate you are about all your shoots. You truly outdid yourself! We love you, Chelsea & Colton
Chelsea & C., 4 years ago
Two One Photography

5.0

Denver, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Two One Photography is a wedding, engagement, lifestyle and commercial photographer located in Denver, CO. Our goal is to capture your story in photographs. We are a team of professional wedding photographers who have over a decade of experience capturing natural emotions and candid moments during important milestones like a couple’s wedding. With unique styles and warm approachable personalities, everyone in the team makes clients feel comfortable in front of the camera so that every session is fun and memorable.

Awarded Best of Zola
Casey was absolutely amazing! Not only are all of our pictures stunning, but her customer service was unparalleled. She was so helpful fro the time we did engagement photos through all the wedding planning and day of activities. She made sure the day was perfect and that we got all the photos we wanted and more!
Leeann S., a year ago
Duy Ho Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

My professional background was cultivated in the field of architecture and design. But around 2010, my obsession with photography overcame my passion for architecture and I changed course. Through years of experience as a wedding photographer, I’ve developed a genuine love and appreciation for these emotional events. To me, weddings are emotionally-charged, symbolic celebrations. They often inspire pure expressions, words and feelings from the couple and their family and friends.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mandy Scott Events has worked with Duy Ho Photography many times since we first met as part of the team for a multi-day destination Indian wedding in 2014. Duy is the photographer I most often recommend to my clients. He does not consider himself an artist but a craftsman; I see him as both. His images reflect a unique artistry crafted from years spent figuring out the use of natural light and framing of his subject. He tells the story of the wedding day for his clients capturing emotion and documenting the events as they unfold in an unfussy way. He is always well prepared ahead of the event and exudes a calm energy throughout even the most hectic and longest of wedding days. He is quick to deliver a sneak peak to clients right after their big day and their gallery is always delivered in a timely manner. Can you tell I'm a huge fan of his work?!
Mandy Scott, 4 years ago

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About wedding photographers in San Rafael, CA

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

A San Rafael, CA wedding photographer ranges from $400 to $20,000 and averages at $3,000. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in San Rafael, CA offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in San Rafael, 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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