Wedding Photographers in Carlsbad, CA

Wedding Photographers in Carlsbad, CA

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Cunanan Captures 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Hi! We are Jonathan & Emma Cunanan. Our whole story is centered on spontaneity & romance. We met, became best friends, & within a month we fell in love & by that October we were married. We are in love with love, & our business is founded upon that- making sure your day is celebrated with joy & completeness. We want to capture your moment right where you want it so you never have to forget what a moment felt like. Weddings are a core memory, & you should never have to compromise exquisite memories. That’s what we’re here for. We would LOVE to tell your story for you.

I am so happy we used this wonderful and talented team to take photos for our 15th wedding anniversary. We did not have real wedding photos, and I've always dreamed of having a picture-perfect portrait of my husband and I to put on the wall. The Cunanans directed our poses, used different angles, and got so many wonderful shots. I'm so pleased!
Caity C., a month ago
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Onward Photography Co 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Capturing love stories in Nashville or wherever you are. Hi, I'm Mekennah! Based in Nashville, I've been passionately capturing cherished moments for over a decade. Specializing in luxury wedding photography, I bring an editorial, photojournalistic, and candid approach to each event, ensuring every shot tells a unique story. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for authentic moments, I create timeless, stunning images that couples will treasure for a lifetime.

Mekennah shot our wedding in 2022. She made us feel comfortable and really captured who we are as a couple. We are always getting compliments on our photos from our wedding day! They are so so special and breath taking. Definitely recommend booking with Mekennah for any photography needs!
Ryleigh W., 3 months ago
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Dominique Johns Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Welcome to my page! I am a wedding and elopement photographer from sunny central florida! I know many people can feel uncomfortable in front of the camera but I am here to change that! I always try to become friends with my couples versus just a vendor because I feel like that makes the day go so much smoother. If you want a photographer thats there to help you get ready but also ready to party on the dance floor then look no further! I find the best photos are taken when you become a part of the wedding versus standing on the sidelines.

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Dominique is a joy to work with and has an incredible eye for detail. Through the multiple times we have worked together on projects and styled shoots I have come to know Dominique has kind, easy to work with, positive, committed, and talented. The photos that she captured of the couples that we worked with were truly stunning and some of my absolute favorite. The couples loved working with her and I continue to recommend her to my couples. You will LOVE her.
Dr. Kristine Smith, 3 years ago
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Alanna Morgan Photography + Videography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

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

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

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Hey -- I'm Allyson & I own Kiser Images based in DFW & West Texas but I LOVE travel. I am the perfect photographer for the couple who values photos that last a lifetime but wants to have a blast doing it. You don't take life too seriously, except when it's needed. You absolutely love beautiful images & have a passion for living a full life & falling deeply, deeply, in love. I am also perfect for the couple who thinks they're too awkward for photos. You're not, I promise. About me: I have over 8 years and 200 weddings under my belt! I am an absolute sucker for beautiful love stories & get a little obsessed over thoughtful wedding details.

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If you’re looking for a wedding photographer, look no further! Allyson is seriously the BEST! My photos turned out phenomenal, she has been so communicative, and is just so fun! From adjusting the time line with my coordinator to dancing on the dance floor with me to some of my favorite songs, all while capturing the BEST moments, she truly does it all! So grateful for her hard work and presence the day of!
Makaila R., 2 months ago
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Cass + Brad - CB Creative 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Hey There, We are Cass + Brad... best friends, parents, food addicts, and a husband + wife wedding photography + videography team. Our best days are spent in Columbus, Ohio, chasing our kids - Ryland(5) + Rowyn(1), dining in at Chick-fil-A, and endlessly scrolling Netflix.

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Cass and Brad were great to work with from the very beginning. They answered any questions we had and were quick to offer wedding planning advice. Their pricing for photo and video is a steal. You won’t find this quality/price anywhere else! My favorite part was that Cass delivered sneak peeks the day after our wedding and Brad sent the social media teaser in less than a week! Highly recommend!
Lainey + N., a year ago
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Maria Orlova photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

I'm thrilled you are here! If you like what you see - let's chat. I make sure I have time to consult almost any day of the week to give you answers and peace of mind. Russian born, Europe grown chose PNW as my home. As of today I'm proud to show weddings I shot in PNW, California, Italy, Hungary, Russia, and Spain, the experience of working in such various market made me adaptable to different needs. I believe that high quality art can in fact go hand in hand with seamless and hassle-free process. There is so much to worry about during wedding preparations, leave the photography part to me.

We couldn’t be more happy we booked with Maria, she is very talented and has an eye for detail. She took the time to pick the perfect shots and went above and beyond to make sure we got the perfect pictures for our wedding day. She also has a wonderful personality which just made our experience and day even more fun. We highly recommend her.
Jeanette P., a month ago
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Anton & Natalie Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

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

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Anton and Natalie have done several shoots for us between family photos, boudoir, and our couples photos! They have amazing location ideas, and do a fabulous job capturing our personalities as well as the beauty of what landscape we are photo shooting in. I truly could not recommend the quality of their work more, promptness with proofs and edits, and such fun personalities to work with. Thank you guys!
Chelsey & T., 4 years ago
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Taylor Davenport Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

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

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Not only does she deliver amazing photos in a timely manner, Taylor is a lot of fun to be around. She's got an amazing eye and captures love beautifully.
Sydney Bosshart, 4 years ago
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Saulproduction LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

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

Saul is a great photographer. He’s always proficient and understands the looks I always suggest and execute it. I absolutely love working with him when we work weddings together! You will never be disappointed!
Sharlyne Barjon, 6 months ago
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The Finding Co. - Traveling Photographer 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

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

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We worked with Natalie for our wedding and engagement photos, and she was great to work with. Not only did the pictures turn out beautiful, but she was very organized and made it easy for us to specify exactly what we wanted. Her timeline suggestions were perfect and she helped to alleviate a lot of the stress around the day. And as mentioned, the photos are beautiful. They managed to capture a lot of candid moments during the wedding that we love to be able to look back on. Overall a great experience.
Emily S., 9 months ago
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jpop photon LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

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

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Julius was the photog for our wedding at the Tucson Museum of Art, though he was involved early on as we planned the celebration. He was professional, gently reminding us of the power of wedding photography, of the shots that we just had to have, of the little steps and marks that we had to hit on the special day. He moved buoyantly between different locales as we got ready, taking photos of our party, our invitations and rings, and portraits. He was also a blast during the reception and party, making us, our friends and family feel like celebrities. It's truly his artistry and kindness that made us so grateful to work with him. He took his time to set up the most beautiful shots he could, and he delivered. Julius knows Tucson well, knows weddings well, but most importantly, knows love well. If you are in love I recommend choosing him as your photographer.
Miguel O., 10 months ago
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Bmccourtney Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Hey! I’m Brittney a San Diego girl living in Arizona I’m a chocolate-chip cookie addict, adventure fanatic, camping junkie, fashion lover. I love seeing people in love which makes it way more fun to capture that through my lens. I want to make every photography session an experience, I want my clients to leave knowing that when they see these photos they can remember everything from that day. The smells, location, conversion, the way they felt when their hands touch each other.

Brittney was absolutely AMAZING! From our engagement session, to my boudoir session, to our wedding day - everything was perfect. My boudoir session with Brittney was so much fun! she made me feel so comfortable and not awkward at all. It was such a fun/exciting gift to give my husband before we got married. From the engagement photoshoot we knew right away we absolutely loved Brittney’s energy! She started this session off with giving us some beers! She listened to the vibe we wanted out of our photos and we got just that. She’s super friendly, easy going and delivered us our photos back in a timely manner!!! She even a sent us sneak peek photos the day after our wedding. Every time I look back at our wedding photos now it makes me want to go back and relive that day and that’s exactly what I wanted! She captured the day perfectly, but she even went above and beyond and got so many photos from the reception. The photos show all our loved ones having a blast and that just makes my heart so happy. Overall, we feel very blessed that we found Brittney. She’s now a close friend and we have these special photos and moments to remember forever. If you need a wedding photographer book with Brittney; you will not be disappointed! She does beautiful work and you can tell she loves what she does! I am so happy we crossed paths with her when we did!!!
Bailey, 3 months ago
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Adelaide Street Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Based in the heart of Nashville and journeying with couples worldwide full-time since 2018, I specialize in crafting timeless, low-stress, editorial images and elevated, audio-centric cinematic wedding films. For the free-spirited and the adventurous, for the lovers of art and bold style, your dream wedding memories await. Everyone deserves to have their wedding captured with care, creativity, and kindness. I can't wait to create an amazing experience for you and your partner.

TLDR: she is talented, professional & kind very helpful as someone with limited mobility. Tessa & her team photographed & recorded my wedding last weekend, and they were a dream to work with. I am chronically ill & so I knew on my wedding day I could not be running around to different locations for photos, and Tessa was extremely mindful of that fact & made sure to work within the parameters of what was doable for me. I was worried my limited mobility would mean my photos would be a little boring, but she's already sent a handful of pictures over for a sneak peek & they are GORGEOUS. Tessa is a true professional but also someone who clearly loves what she does, which I think really shows in the quality of her work. Could not be more glad to have had her & her team document my special day! :)
Catherine, a month ago
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Kyle Szeto Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Hi I'm Kyle, a Chicago based wedding photographer. I am a romantic at heart and a sucker for a love stories. I strive to get to understand my couples and create images that represent them as authentically as possible.

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Kyle was just so wonderful to work with, and the end product had us tearing up all over again. The photos were so beautiful and absolutely captured the feel and excitement of the day. The photos are beautiful, intimate and real. He was so kind throughout the entire process- always there to help us throughout the day, capture the small moments, and made it so fun to work with him. I will be recommending him to everyone I know for weddings and events!
Lena, 3 months ago
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Madison Leigh Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Madison Leigh Photography was created in 2020, the mist of a pandemic. For two years they worked hard to create their business, capturing love stories all over! They thrive on connections and their goal is to capture candid moments and authentic emotions. They want to make sure they your love story is captured through every walk of life. Madison Leigh Photography works with couples to ensure that each part of their Wedding day and the Wedding Process is captured to showcase the couple and their love beautifully.

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We found Madison because she was an Alumni from same school, UCF, as me. We booked her to do an engagement shoot (an hour outside of Orlando) and our photos turned out absolutely amazing. From that one interaction with her, it really felt like we knew her our whole lives. She is super nice, personable, and made us feel very comfortable right away. She also had so much knowledge about the area, and any questions that we had regarding the shoot. She planned and timed everything out so that we could get photos at one location, and then sunset photos by the beach 30 min away. And then when we were looking for photographers for our wedding (in Philadelphia), it was a no-brainer that we wanted to book her again to capture our big day. She came halfway up the coast and played a large role in making our day perfect. We planned the photography from 1000 miles away, and she was really communicative and helpful about the picture planning, and also just wedding planning in general. We ran into a timing issue with how the day was going to work out before the ceremony, and she helped us navigate that, and she worked to keep us on track throughout the night for the different photos that we wanted. She knew what to do & what not to do in the Church. She also worked well alongside our videographer. Ultimately, we are very happy with our experience with Madison, and the wedding photos she took turned out absolutely amazing.
Emily & B., 8 days ago
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Wilde & Free Photography 

4.8

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Hi! I am Courtney! Photography is my passion. I can't put into words how excited I am thinking about a session or a wedding. Giddy like a little kid in a toy store, I suppose! I love details. As small as the sparkling eyeshadow on the bride's eyelid for her special day. The tiny fingernails on a newborn's hands. All the giggles and laughs. Kisses and a loving glance. I want to document every little thing for you. Events and life, in general, can be so busy. I am based in Arlington, Washington, but I serve all of the United States and most countries. I LOVE to travel!

Courtney and her husband were both AMAZING to work with! I had a lot going on and a lot of things popping up that would alter the timeline she created. They were so kind and flexible about it! Definitely made the day less stressful for me! So far, the sneak peaks I have seen are gorgeous! Can’t wait to see the rest!!
Ashley G., a month ago
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Endless Autumn Photography 

4.2

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

HELLO, I'M KIERA. Mom of three. Avid traveler. Tattoo enthusiast. Coffee addict. Always laughing. What do you do when you feel called to something, but don't know where to begin? Take a leap in crazy faith, and trust that you're right where He called you to be. Spending time behind the lens allows me to capture so many special memories, while also living in my purpose. I can't wait to have you become a part of this journey, and hope these are memories you will cherish for a lifetime. Let's make your 'remember when' moment.

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I can't recommend Endless Autumn Photography enough for wedding photography services. Kiera was a joy to work with from start to finish. Communication is so important when planning a wedding and she was always quick to respond to emails and phone calls, answering every question we had along the way. She has such a warm, friendly personality that put us instantly at ease on our big day. The photographs perfectly captured the love and joy we felt. Kiera has a true talent for composing romantic, artistic shots as well as fun candids. The collection as a whole tells the story of our wedding beautifully. When my dress needed to be bustled , Kiera jumped right in to help without hesitation. It's the little thoughtful touches like that which make her services such incredible value for money. I'm so thrilled to have these gorgeous images to treasure for a lifetime. Any couple would be lucky to have Kiera and Endless Autumn Photography there on their special day.
Alex M., a month ago
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Sugar Rush Photo + Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

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

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If you're looking for experienced professionals, look no further than Sugar Rush. On my wedding day, Jena introduced herself with a big, giant hug and immediately made me feel so comfortable and excited for the big day ahead! I knew right away I was in great hands. Jena was funny, personable, experienced, patient and extremely flexible. Stephanie, our second photographer, was also a master at handling all of the wild goose chases we sent her on. From finding my future-husband's cabin without an address to figuring out how to capture a non-traditional venue, she took it all in stride and was always three steps ahead of us. Now, I cannot imagine having anyone else there for us on our wedding day. They were so helpful, hyping us up through each photo, and able to take any pivot we threw at them. I highly recommend this team and I wished I lived in the SLC-area so I could force them to be friends with me!!
Taylor A., 2 years ago
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Lee & Dixon Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

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

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The photos from the wedding turned out absolutely breathtaking! Sunset photos at a winery, family photos, group photos, all were just beautiful. Everyone who sees them comments on the photos. Can't recommend them enough!
Alexis F., a year ago
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Chris Arson Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Hey, I'm Chris. I'm thrilled to be a part of your wedding journey and want to make it everything you've ever dreamed of. On your special day, I'll bring a relaxed, positive vibe, and maybe even some dog treats. You can count on me for zero "Photographer attitude" and zero stress. Currently based in Boston, I'm constantly traveling to photograph weddings nationwide. I particularly love weddings with 100-150 guests, and thrive in locations like barns, ski resorts, and castles. Creating vivid, cinematic images through great lighting and true to life editing is my true passion. You won't find overexposed skies or unnatural skin tones in my work.

Chris was such a joy to work with! From our very first meeting before even hiring him, he really spent the time to talk through what our vision was and how we wanted our day to be captured. He was a great support every step of the way for planning as well as on the big day! In addition to being a great listener, Chris has great suggestions on how to plan for photos based on his extensive experience (angles, timing, group shots). Our wedding was a large one, so Chris hired a fantastic second lead photographer and several other photographers throughout the day so our event was seamlessly captured! Another important note - all of our family and other vendors (makeup artists, planners, etc) commented on how great it was to work with Chris, and were excited to work with him on future events - I think this is such an important quality for a photographer, and definitely appreciated how professional and friendly Chris was with EVERYONE! He kept the day moving as it should and captured some unbelievable shots that I revisit on probably a daily basis :) I honestly cannot recommend Chris enough - from his genuine care and support for you through the planning and important day, to the absolutely stunning product he delivers. Thank you Chris for everything!!
Katerina K., 4 months ago
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Alisa Sue Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

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

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Words cannot express my appreciation for Alisa Sue photography. I wanted the best of the best for photography for my wedding and I came across Alisa Sue and stalked her Instagram for quite some time before finally booking - they were absolutely INCREDIBLE to work with, so easy to get along with, so pleasant, so fun and the photos - ugh - to die for. Timeless and beautiful. My now husband and I are so awkward in photos and Alisa Sue made us feel so natural and comfortable. I truly hate pictures and getting my picture taken and she was by my side every step of the way cheering me on. There is no one else you should book with, besides Alisa Sue! She is now my go-to photographer for everything in life - I can’t thank her enough for making our special day that much more special!
Katy W., 10 months ago
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Gabe McMullen Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

We are all here for you. All your family, your friends and I (yes, me too!) are here to honor you on your wedding day! As excited as I am to get to the dancefloor with you guys, I know a lot of planning goes into making your day special. As your photographer, I’ve been to a few weddings and am just a call or text away from any insight you might want. I approach every wedding with the same mentality, how can I tell the story of today in the most real way possible? I’ve found the best way to do that is to just be me. I allow myself to be present and listen to the stories unfold throughout the day.

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We were so pleased with using Gabe for our wedding photography. His work speaks for itself - beautiful compositions and use of light, and the ability to capture quick moments and candid shots. I felt super comfortable with Gabe which was very important to me because I'm camera-shy and awkward. He was very down to earth and easy to work with. Also, though he is based in PA he traveled to NY for our wedding and did an amazing job. We even travelled to PA for an engagement session, which I initially had no plans on doing - but those photos came out great as well and we had a lot of fun doing those to get warmed up. Strongly recommend Gabe, he's the best!
Elizabeth & W., 4 years ago
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Wax And Whale Collective 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

YOU'RE ENGAGED!! Congrats and thanks for stopping by! My name is Jordan Scott, the Owner and Photographer of Wax + Whale Co. Photography! I'm a mama bear to a little guy named Vander Nash! Wife to my best friend of 12 years strong! I love drinking all the coffee, and LOVE! I have been doing photography for several years now and I am absolutely and forever in love with being invited to capture and share those raw intimate moments. The ones most people overlook, whether it's the snuggles, giggles, dancing, or just enjoying each others company. My goal is to capture and display that love and happiness in it's most raw and authentic form!

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Jordan was in a word fantastic. Her moody beautiful style perfectly matched our fall-themed wedding. She and her second shooter listened to everything we had to say and captured everything important to us. She was also far along in her pregnancy (congrats again Jordan!) at the time and was so communicative and a trooper for us and our wedding. She also was able to get our photos out to us a little earlier than promised. I know that can never be guaranteed but we were so freaking excited when the link hit our inbox early! We immediately ordered several prints to hang in our home because we are so happy with them. All in all, super professional, personable, knowledgeable, and very committed to her passion. I would hire her ten times over and you won't regret it either.
Mia McNair, a year ago
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Citrine Pictures 

4.8

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Hi, I’m Hannah. I’m a lover of art, stories, and spark—the perfect alchemy to creating and capturing all those memory-making, magical moments. Weddings, to me, are about your unique narrative, your origin stories and your threads of connection; the ways in which you’ve woven a love through a tapestry of compassion and inspiration and all that makes you you— both as individuals and as a couple. That’s the fabric of the photo, the material I like to work with; because of this, my photos lean atmospheric and candid.

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Working with Hannah was so easy, and the photos from our wedding were exactly what I wanted. I really wanted to maximize the amount of time I spent enjoying my wedding and guests, and Hannah's style was perfect for this – we got our posed portraits done quickly, and the rest of the time she was able to capture what was actually taking place at the wedding. In terms of pre-wedding prep, we met once before I signed the contract and then again about a month before the wedding to nail down details. Hannah was very communicative throughout the whole process, and she turned around 25 beautiful pictures within a week of the wedding for us to share around. I just got 200 more pictures back, and they are stunning. Hannah is such a talent, and I highly recommend her.
Rachel D., 10 days ago
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Grace in Chaos Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

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

We hired Grace in Chaos Photography to take our engagement and wedding photos. To say we were happy with what we received would be an understatement! Anya was absolutely amazing and her talent behind the camera was more than we could ask for. We highly recommend Grace in Chaos Photography to help capture all the beautiful memories of your special day!
Lindsey S., a year ago
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Trees & Seas 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

We are elopement & wedding photographers based in central California. It is our passion to travel near and far, to draw closer to others, and to document beautiful and organic stories. We love to hear about how your love story came to be.

These are the kind of candid photos you hope your friends take of you. We got married in 2017 and these are to do still my favorite pictures of my self to date. Stephanie and Shawn are so warm and will make you feel so comfortable. I love my wedding photos more than anything. They’re such talented lil sweetie pies and you will love the final product. I could just gush and gush!
Jaimie, 2 months ago
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Iann Ivy Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Destination photographer based in the San Francisco Bay Area manifesting your dreams to reality with awe-inspiring landscape and authentic, tender moments. An award winning published photographer, Iann Ivy Photography captures rich details and majestic locations for print worthy heirlooms.

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Iann Ivy is a photographer who listens and accommodates you to make sure your wedding experience goes as you’ve envisioned, while making sure that all of that sentiment is captured in her photography. She can do fine art photography as well as documentary photography of all the occurrences on the wedding day. Her complementary free engagement photoshoot is so worth it so work with her and get to know her. Communicate with her what you want and she will make it happen! If i can re-do my wedding, I’ll still pick Iann Ivy!
Isaac K., 2 years ago
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Grace T Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

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

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Grace T Photography was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding. From the moment we first reached out, they were incredibly responsive and provided us with so much inspiration and guidance to help us plan the perfect day. Their team, including Hannah and Mike, were dedicated and fantastic. They captured our wedding in the most candid and romantic way. They helped us plan the flow of the day by contributing feedback and building the schedule, and we even got special moments, like a pair of bunnies that photobombed our engagement shoot! We couldn't have asked for a better photography experience and would highly recommend Grace T Photography to any couple looking for a talented and personable team to capture their special day.
Ashley B., 18 days ago
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LoveDays Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,499
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

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

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

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Your day should tell your unique story, and that will only happen if you feel comfortable being yourself! Starting with your complimentary engagement session, we'll work together to make sure you feel confident and relaxed, and most importantly HAVE FUN! Happiness looks amazing on everyone, and my style is centered around just that. If you're looking for joyful, genuine images that are as unique as you are, then you've come to the right place!

We worked with Hilary as the as our second shooter on our big day! We didn't know her beforehand, but she instantly won us over with her awesome skills and friendly personality. Hilary has a wonderful eye for detail. The pictures truly speak for themselves. Every time we look at them, we're reminded of the emotions and memories we felt on that special day. She's got the skills, the eye for detail, and an amazing personality to match. We're so grateful to have had her as part of our special day, and we'll cherish the memories she captured forever.
Bre, 8 months ago
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Shots by Mag (Maggie Morris) 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

I have the coolest job in the world: I create emotional time capsules for my couples (and hopefully you too). That way, you get to be fully present on your wedding day and you get to relive that day over and over again with the same intensity, joy and love. My not-so-secret sauce is this: I get to know you. I find out what makes you and your lover tick, and then, I craft a visual story that's reflective of you. My utmost goal is to create joyful imagery for folks who want things documented exactly as they felt.

Awarded Best of Zola
There simply are not enough good things to say about Maggie and her ability to capture our love! We wanted to shoot somewhere a bit untraditional, and needed someone with a detailed eye to capture the beauty of the venue while still allowing us to be the center of the show! Maggie communicated with us constantly and helped us both feel comfortable throughout the shoot. Her timeline for editing was reasonable and well worth every dollar. We feel so lucky to have been able to work with her to capture memories that will last us a lifetime.
Kate & R., 4 years ago
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Emily Braun Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Hey there, I’m Emily! From intimate to grand weddings, elopements, and all the moments in between, I’m excited to document your marriage journey. I balance the timeless style that you’ll love for years to come, with the artistic eye to capture all the moments in between. I’m there to help guide you to allow your authentic self to shine on camera. I’m based in Buffalo, NY, but so excited to adventure with you wherever your love story takes you. I can’t wait to hear your story!

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Emily was a dream to work with for our wedding is August! She was the first vendor we booked for both photo and video and I’m so glad we decided to work with her. She was responsive, communicative, and transparent from the beginning. On our wedding day she was extremely clear and professional (especially with some difficult family members!) and made sure we were relaxed throughout. Most importantly, our photos and videos came out incredible! She is talented beyond her years thanks to her experience with some of Buffalo’s best wedding photographers. Highly recommend to any couple looking for a photographer!
Wendy C., 9 months ago
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Photoflood Studio  

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Courtney & Jackson are wedding, elopement & family photographers based in San Francisco, California but available for travel worldwide. We go wherever love takes you. Photoflood Studio is a wife + husband team from San Francisco, California. We are wedding photographers servicing NorCal to SoCal and beyond. Photoflood Studio specializes in wedding, engagement, and family photography. We aim to photograph life + love through an honest documentary approach. Our wedding, engagement and family photography is inspired by the beautiful wilderness, the culture of our coastal cities, and wherever you call home.

Courtney and Jackson of Photoflood Studios changed our entire wedding experience for the best, and we couldn't be more thankful that we selected them as our photographers. When we started the wedding planning process, it was overwhelming and a little intimidating, especially when we started looking at vendor prices. My husband and I both knew that we wanted to spend the money on a quality photographer because the photos are something we will have forever. When we started browsing, we didn't feel connected to anyone's work until we saw C+J's website. I instantly knew that this is who I wanted, and it didn't take much convincing to get my husband on board. It felt SO good to check photographer off our list early in the game. One thing I loved was that Courtney met us in person to discuss our visions and just to get to know each other before we committed to a contract (it's a big commitment, people!). I emailed her within 48 hours that we wanted to work together, and the rest is history. My husband and I decided we could not afford a videographer, so instead we knew we wanted two photographers. BEST. DECISION. EVER. Courtney and Jackson handled our engagement session and wedding day so seamlessly, it was like they'd been taking our pictures our whole lives! And, we had never had professional pictures taken before! But, I read online that engagement photos are a good warmup and practice for wedding pictures (highly recommend engagement pictures for anyone who is unsure). These two are the epitome of a dream team. We were nervous for our engagement pictures, but they made us feel so comfortable and confident. They also took the time to go to the wedding venue ahead of time and scope out some great locations for our bridal party and newly wed shots. C+J were HUGE proponents to making our wedding day a success. They transformed into photographer/time keepers/event planners - I think they are super heroes!!! Our wedding experience was so flawless with them capturing our special day. We requested a "mega selfie" with us and all our guests, and they made that happen! We snuck off during dinner for the sunset newly wed shots, and they personally drove us around chasing the sunset. It's inexplicable how wonderful these people are. They are so much more than talented photographers, and we are so fortunate to now call them friends. Something else that was really important is that even with all of their photoshoots and other clients, Courtney ALWAYS responded to my emails in a timely manner. She was so on it, and that made me feel really valued and heard. I appreciated that so much, because I was a nervous bride who didn't know what I was getting into. The fact that I always got an email response in a timely fashion was huge brownie points in my book. AND, they send you sneak peeks!! Literally the day after our engagement shoot and wedding day, they sent us a bunch of sneak peeks! There is literally nothing better than getting a taste of your special memories to hold you over until the full gallery is ready. If you are on the fence about photographers, know that your time with C+J of Photoflood Studios will be one of the best parts of your wedding. They want to capture you and your partner as you are, and will never make you feel posed, uncomfortable, or phony. I could write a book about these two and how incredible they made our wedding day. But I'll stop here and just make one final point: Hire them....You will not regret it!!!
Kaitlyn + B., 4 years ago
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Sam Copland Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

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

Awarded Best of Zola
I found Sam’s instagram page during my wedding photography search and am SO happy we booked with her. From our engagement, wedding, baby announcements, maternity and newborn photos she’s been with us through it all. She made our wedding go so smoothly with careful planning and exceeded our expectations with turn around time and high quality photos. I can’t wait for our mini session in a few months.
Ashley J., a year ago
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Andrea Jane Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

My heart beats for photographing a story worth telling, and finding the funny, quirky, moving little moments throughout that narrative. I always have a smile on my face and love, absolutely love to make people laugh. I can recite funny quotes and sing to you the cheesiest of songs. As cheesy as it may sound, I want to be your friend. I want to laugh throughout the whole day with you, making every moment so memorable and being right by your side to capture it. I want to keep in touch with you after, to see where life takes you!

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I have had the pleasure to work along side Andrea on several weddings now. She is extremely professional and has a really great energy. We think along the same as in what shots to get, so she is always right on the same page, which is great!
Patrick, 3 years ago
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Far Out Feeling 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Meaghan here - I’m the one from which you’ll hear a lot of “Fuck yeah!!!” and “You guys look so hot!” My inspiration comes from our lord and savior, Janis Joplin, and my style is free movement and honesty. Howdy! I'm Brendon, a quiet Mid-Westerner turned East-Coast loud-mouth who happens to have a knack for photography, editing, graphic illustration, and all things creative. My background comes from shooting fashion shows and exclusive events for BFA.com around NYC, which made me appreciate the avant-garde.

We had a terrific experience working with Meaghan and Brendon of “Far Out Feeling.” If you’ve made it this far, you already love their style – their ability to capture both candid and staged photos artfully – and we are happy to report that the photographers have personalities to match. We loved meeting them for drinks months in advance of our wedding, which gave us a nice context for one another when the day finally came (we cannot imagine, now, not knowing our wedding photographers when they arrived to take pictures of us!) We perhaps didn’t consider how crucial this feeling of comfort was, but when you think about, you do spend a tremendous portion of your wedding day with your photographers. Meaghan and Brendon felt like friends, which made even the parts of the wedding that we don’t like (posing!) feel easy, natural, and fun. Meaghan and Brendon were incredibly responsive, from first to last. They always got back to us the day we had a question, and even weeks after our wedding, they were responding to our technical difficulties within minutes. And the photos themselves turned out great! Again, you’ve probably seen evidence of this already. We cannot wait to print them, frame them, and, in all likelihood, post them relentlessly to our Instagram stories. A huge thank you to Meaghan and Brendon, who we recommend whole-heartedly.
Matt, 17 days ago
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Joined Purposefully Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

Hi guys! My name is Allie!!! I am a traveling wedding photographer based out of chicago & texas. My heart literally beats for wedding days and redemptive stories. I love celebration + commitment + dance parties + traveling!!! It is my honor to capture the sweetest stories. My couples become verrrry dear to my heart, and it gives me the deepest joy to be part of engagement season + wedding days.

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I knew from the moment that I talked to Allie on the phone that she was gonna be a huge part of our day. She shot our engagment shoot & wedding day. Hiring Allie was one of the best investments for our big day. We had a very large outdoor backyard wedding that ended up being the rainiest & muddiest day ever. Allie, captured the day PERFECTLY. Her work is outstanding and she truly cares for her couples. Allie, I can't thank you enough and I am so glad for our friendship.
Dylan M., a month ago
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Marla Manes Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA for additional fees

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

Choosing Marla as my wedding photographer was the best decision. She is amazing at what she does, responded to us quickly and provided the most amazing pictures I will cherish forever. She helped us have a smooth wedding day and made sure we both felt our best on our special day.
Patricia F., 3 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Carlsbad, CA

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

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

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

93% of photographers in Carlsbad, 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 Carlsbad, 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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