The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Carmel Valley, CA

The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Carmel Valley, CA

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286 Wedding Photographers in Carmel Valley, CA

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Sarah Fischback Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

With a sparkling new ring on your finger & your dream venue secured - it's time to choose who you will entrust to capture the moments you will cherish forever. My name is Sarah and I am the head photographer at SFP. I have a love of working in natural light & creating bright, timeless & true tone images.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sarah is super easy to work with and I love her photos. We did our engagement and wedding photos with her. Her package options are great and we customized a little after that. She connects with you all along the way to make sure you get every shot you want. One of my favorite experiences was the engagement shoot which was such a great collab between my vision and her inspiration along the way. Couldn’t be happier!
Claire B., a year ago
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Maya Rose Weddings 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

With a passion for weddings, and an unbridled love for dance floors, I will be right by your side to make sure your day is captured perfectly for you to look back on for the rest of your lives. Specializing in weddings, elopements, and couples' sessions, I'm ready to document your day, authentically.

Maya was an amazing photographer who brought our wedding to life. Aside from being incredibly talented at capturing a perfect day, she was also lovely to work with. She made us feel so comfortable the entire time, it felt like she was an old friend i've known for years. She allowed us to be ourselves, giving us no pressure whatsoever. When I got my wedding photos from her, I was instantly in love. I’d hire her again and again!
Alexandra and C., 9 months ago
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Deanna Delgado Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

In 2020, I took a leap and left my 9-to-5 job to pursue my passion for photography full-time. Now, as a dedicated wedding and lifestyle photographer, I’m thrilled to capture the special moments that mean the most to you. I take pride in delivering high-quality photos and genuinely enjoy being part of your big day. Based in Aptos, I also serve the surrounding areas of the Monterey Bay region, and I’m always ready to travel wherever your love story takes us!

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Deanna was truly the most amazing photographer for our wedding! Neither my husband nor I had ever taken professional photos before, and to be honest, we’re both pretty awkward and camera-shy. But from the moment we booked her, she made the whole experience feel effortless. She even offered an engagement session, which helped us get comfortable in front of the camera. By the end of it, we were blown away by how beautiful the photos turned out—far beyond what we had imagined! On the wedding day, Deanna was more than just a photographer; she was a calming presence amidst all the excitement and nerves. Her ability to guide us through poses felt so natural—never forced or uncomfortable. She has such an incredible eye for capturing genuine moments, and the photos reflect that in every frame. Deanna didn’t just document our wedding; she became a friend along the way. I can’t express how much we appreciate her talent, kindness, and professionalism. We’re already looking forward to working with her again for future milestones and photo sessions. Thank you, Deanna, for capturing our special day so perfectly—we couldn’t have asked for more!
Christy K., a month ago
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Destinations with Dana 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

As a wedding photographer, my connection to my couples is more important to me than anything else. Serving couples getting married in dreamy wedding locations, whether it’s a vineyard in Carmel Valley or a beach wedding in Monterey, fills my heart with so much joy. It’s always a thrill to return to venues I love, but with nearly 100 weddings in my portfolio, it still surprises me how different each and every wedding day truly is. The menu you choose, the music you dance to, the color palette that inspires you - it all comes together on your wedding day to tell your story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Dana is absolutely incredible with her craft! She was nothing but professional and fun from the initial contact! We decided to hire Dana for our wedding for her light, magical photo style and we decided to add an engagement session to our package. We were so impressed with our engagement session the first time we met that I then asked her to do a mini shoot for my 30th birthday! For all three occasions Dana provided beautiful, timeless, classic photos in a timely manner! She is so fun and makes you feel comfortable and at ease. Dana was also patient and kind--with COVID we had to postpone our wedding and plans changed, she was willing to work with us through it all and provide us peace of mind. Dana's personality shines through just as bright as her pictures! We have decided she is our "family" photographer for all special occasions! I highly recommend her!
Sierra, 3 years ago
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Carlos Rosales Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Carlos Rosales Photography is a wedding and lifestyle photography company operating out of Salinas, California. Owner and lead photographer Carlos is a talented storyteller that strives to provide exceptional service to every couple he works with. He creates one-of-a-kind collections that allow his clients to relive their joyous day again and again for years to come. His work is vibrant, intentional, and evocative, encapsulating the essence of every event.

We booked Carlos to photograph our wedding, and had an amazing experience with him. His attention to detail really stood out for us, as we both wanted to have as many detail shots of our wedding as possible. During our time with him, you can really see how passionate he is with his craft, and we are so happy that he was a part of one of the most important days of our lives.
Lian S., 10 months ago
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Picturist Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

My style of photography is rooted in photojournalism, influenced by the fine arts. The result is creative, clean, and crisp wedding photography that’s romantic, emotional, and lively. I transform your wedding day mementos into personalized works of art while also capturing subtle yet powerful expressions as they naturally unfold.

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I had read in a wedding magazine that you should hire a photographer who feels like a friend so that you are happy they are there on the day. Danieka met me for coffee in Monterey before we signed our contract and she was SO nice. Once we signed the contract, she started to send me recommendations for other vendors, suggested wedding timelines, and little pieces of advice she had picked up from other weddings (not too often - just 3-4 really informative emails throughout the year that we were planning and she was really responsive if I had questions). On the wedding day, she was prompt, really kind and struck an incredible balance between making sure that we had the pictures we wanted, but also that we were able to enjoy the day and not spend too much time taking pictures. I felt so happy she was there. Now, one week after our wedding, with just the pictures to look back on, we are SO happy that we booked her.
Nicola W., a year ago
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Christina Molina 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Colorful Wedding Photography for Ocean Lovers On Dry Land. Let's document what inspires you, what brings magic into your lives. As a professional freediving instructor and wedding photographer based in Monterey, I'm here to celebrate your passions and love for each other in photos of a wedding day that reflect the things you care about most.

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We could not have asked for a more talented and professional photographer for our Wedding in July 2021, Christina is truly wonderful! Instantly, we were drawn to Christina's vivid and colorful photos and knew that would be a perfect match for our wedding (and personalities). From our initial consultation to the day of our wedding, Christina provided us with guidance (from locations to what outfits photograph best) to ensure that we would have the best photos. We really appreciated her honesty, but also willingness to capture what was truly special to us. Her flexibility and assurance during a planning season fraught by Covid regulations always put us at ease. And lastly, our photos were simply stunning and we will treasure them forever.
Erika, 3 years ago
JeLau Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Hi, I'm Jenn Petty. I'm a wedding photographer based in Monterey, California and I travel worldwide capturing all people's love stories. I believe in equality, representation, and being kind to everyone. I believe in promoting self-love, confidence, body-neutrality, and general badassery into each of my clients. You don't need to always love your body or the way you look because that's just not realistic. But you shouldn't let it hold you back from enjoying life because you're so amazing and so so much more than your weight

After we took our engagement photos with Jenn I knew it was a match made in heaven…. She was such a professional and made us both feel very at ease. We aren’t huge on posing for pictures for hours, but Jenn and her team made it super fun and relaxed! She gave us plenty of tips and direction on how to pose, but also allowed us to have some really genuine moments that were captured absolutely perfectly!! After working with her for our engagement session, I felt so at ease leading up to the wedding knowing she was going to capture everything I wanted (plus more!!). She truly made my wedding day run so smoothly, it wouldn’t have been nearly as relaxing and stress free if it weren’t for her. From helping with timelines, to making adjustments for a rainy morning…and stepping in literally wherever she was needed, I truly felt like she had my back! Jenn and her team (shout out JoJo and Leslie - y’all are the best!) are truly amazing and I would recommend them to anyone and everyone!!
Jessie, a year ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA
  • Offer

HEY! I'M ASHLEY! Aka, Your Professional third wheel! I am so happy you dropped by! I am a uber bubbly, warm hearted, person who loves to order 3 drinks at Dutch Bros and say its for other people but really its just for me. When I am not spending my lifes savings at Dutch Bros, I am professionally following peeps in love and photographing their stories. I am a lover of true crime and murder podcasts! (But I mean who isnt! I just cant help it!) FUN FACT: I speak switzerdütsch, aka a German slang. My mom is originally from Switzerland and my dad from Jamaica, so you know I am always hungry for adventures (and new places to binge eat at).

Awarded Best of Zola
She is so incredibly sweet and made us feel so good on our wedding day. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful! I am so grateful I found her!!
Hannah H., 5 months ago
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Aladdin Films 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Why do newlyweds choose us? 1) No tax 2) No travel fees in the SoCal 3) You can pay with a credit card and you can make the final payment on the day of the event. And, you have an option to choose a monthly payment plan for your convenience! 4) Our company is insured and we provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI). 5) Exclusive referral program - “$100 FOR YOU, $100 FOR YOUR FRIEND” 6) You’ll get the best quality photo and video products in California from a company that can confidently compete with the nation's top studios. Having international awards in our industry, we hold courses and master classes for photographers and videographers.

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Our pictures are pure magic! Every candid moment was caught perfectly, every photo portrayed the feelings and emotions it captured magically. The photographer was like a ninja – everywhere, but you never noticed. We just loved it!
Jasmine M., a year ago
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Joyce Li Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

I’m so excited for your special day! This is not just another transaction to me - I’m here to support you every step of the way. You want to have a Star Wars themed wedding? I’m here for it! You wanna elope in the Dolomites in Italy? I’ll all in! I want you to have the best experience and I’m here to empower you to do what feels most like you, because I care about you.

Awarded Best of Zola
I've had 2 sessions with Joyce - an engagement shoot last year and a graduation shoot recently. She's very detail-oriented. I never have to worry about the quality of the photos. Joyce is also super friendly & makes the process smooth and enjoyable. I highly recommend her!!
Linh V., 5 months ago
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Liza Lavine Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA
  • Offer

I am a wedding photographer based in Providence, Rhode Island. My love for photography began over a decade ago and has been an integral part of my creative journey ever since. With a solid foundation in fashion photography, I bring a unique perspective to capturing weddings. Five years ago, I shot my first wedding, and it was an unforgettable experience. Being part of such a special day and bringing joy to my couples is incredibly important to me. I am passionate about capturing the most intimate and significant moments of your wedding day, ensuring that each photograph tells the unique story of your love.

Awarded Best of Zola
From beginning to end, Liza was super professional, prompt, and friendly. She was so easy to work with, so knowledgeable, and so responsive - not to mention she is incredibly talented and provided us with so many high quality, gorgeous photos that we will always treasure. We couldn’t recommend her more. If you’re looking for a wedding photographer, look no further than Liza!
Maggie C., 4 months ago
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GarciaPics.com 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $995
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA
  • Offer

Capturing moments that last a lifetime is not just a passion for me—it's a commitment. Hi! I am Carlos Garcia, your dedicated wedding photographer, and I am here to turn your special day into a visual masterpiece. Photography is not just a job for me; it's a privilege to be part of your joyous celebration and I take pride in creating a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere, ensuring that you and your loved ones can be yourselves in front of the camera. My goal is to capture the genuine emotions, candid smiles, and heartwarming moments that make your wedding day truly unforgettable.

GarciaPics.com was an exceptional choice for our wedding photography. Carlos was super prompt with responses and attentive to every detail, making the process very smooth and stress-free. We were impressed by his flexibility and professionalism - he treated us like family throughout. Carlos and his son Carlos Jr. were with us every step of the way, going above and beyond to ensure our day was perfect. Their expertise and creativity shone through in the stunning photos they captured, exceeding our expectations. We would highly recommend GarciaPics.com to any couple looking for a talented, caring photography team to document their special day. Carlos truly made us feel at ease and helped us create beautiful memories that we will cherish forever. As a Bride- I will never forget how Carlos paced our day and how he talked to everyone around me so I will get less stress possible. He always made sure that I will have my happy aura. He provided tips also so my eyes will always looks happy and reminded always. The extra miles - He offered more than we paid them for and this passion and dedication speaks a lot. I am forever thankful that I found him. His constant reassurance help me too! Thank you Carlos for the excellent support!
Rhodel & B., 2 months ago
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Hey Honey Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Hi! I'm Anna the founder and senior photographer of Hey Honey Photography. I am a Texas-born, California girl at heart. I reside in the San Francisco Bay Area, and have a team of talented wedding photographers with a passion for capturing your life’s biggest moments and all your candid in betweens. Choosing a wedding photographer is more than just hiring someone with a camera to document your day. They should be someone who inspires you, helps ease wedding day jitters, and is your biggest fan, empowering you to be in the moment, while capturing what you want to remember forever, with creativity, boldness, and authenticity.

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From the moment we started planning our wedding, Anna and the team at Hey Honey Photography were an absolute joy to work with. She was an excellent communicator even through COVID and our wedding date shifting multiple times. We could not be happier with our wedding photos, we are absolutely obsessed! All of our images came out so beautiful, Anna captured the day even better than we imagined. She not only photographed every detail, she also surprised us with a very sweet card and a sneak peek of our photos with some beautiful polaroids she took that brought us to tears. We absolutely loved working with Anna, she was very professional, sweet, and her work is amazing. We also used her services for our engagement photos and they came out beautifully as well. We highly recommend Hey Honey Photography!
Cory R., 4 days ago
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Laurie Ann Martin Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

I'm a Northern California Wedding Photographer that captures your timeless, romantic, vintage, country weddings. We specialize in rustic weddings in vineyards, Northern California barn weddings, forest weddings and we love photographing cowboy weddings, even better when you bring your horses. Don't worry I do city weddings too so if its in the middle of San Francisco with a trolly car we can create your wedding story for you.

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This team is amazing. We had both Laurie and Roy to take engagement and wedding photos. Always on time, they make you feel comfortable, even when you’re a little awkward. And the photos all turned out great! Very flexible and accommodating; we had a slight issue and had to change venues and they were super understanding. Had pictures back to us in a very timely manner. Great experience my first time ever booking with a professional. 10/10 recommended Laurie Ann Martin Photography!
Megan R., 5 months ago
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Menyhay Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

As a wedding photographer, I absolutely LOVE capturing the beautiful, genuine, and sometimes downright hilarious moments that happen on a couple's special day. From the teary-eyed first looks to the joyous cake cutting, every moment is unique and deserves to be captured in a way that showcases the love and laughter that fills the air. I'm not just a photographer, I'm a professional love-story-teller! I'm passionate about creating a fun and playful atmosphere where couples can let their personalities shine and be themselves in front of the camera.

He was very professional, punctual, and friendly which made it easy to take pictures we were very comfortable. I would recommend Sean to a friend and would book again in the future. He got the pictures to us so fast!
Kenia R., 2 years ago
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Kaitlyn Carter Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Carmel Valley, 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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I cannot express enough how incredible our wedding photographer was! From start to finish, she was nothing short of amazing. Her attentiveness and calm demeanor put us at ease throughout the entire day, allowing us to truly enjoy every moment. She exuded professionalism in every aspect of her work, ensuring that every detail was captured perfectly. What truly stood out was her talent and thoughtful approach. She made me feel beautiful and confident, capturing stunning shots that we will cherish forever. Her ability to anticipate moments and capture them with such artistry is remarkable. If you’re looking for a photographer who goes above and beyond, look no further. She is truly exceptional!
Fabie L., 4 months ago
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The Clausen Gallery 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,295
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

It’s your wedding day!! Which means you’re planning on surrounding yourself with your closest and most trusted friends and family members. Why should your wedding photographers be any different? Above all else, we want you to have the best wedding day possible, it’s what you deserve! Our couples’ needs are our top priority and we strive to make sure that each one is met. We’ll have you in eyesight the entire time capturing every special moment as it unfolds. That’s our promise to you!

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We were so grateful to find The Clausen Gallery to capture our special day. They were very communicative throughout the entire process, which put us at ease. Their work was absolutely OUTSTANDING! They took the most wonderful and gorgeous photos, and were very professional too. They captured pictures of all the guests and so much more. We were so happy with everything, and would highly recommend The Clausen Gallery. The pictures on our big day were beautiful, outstanding, and fun. Every moment captured is one to remember for a lifetime! Thank you both so much!!
Holly & A., a month ago
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Entenmann Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,850
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

The Montana photographer with multiple editing color profiles! I'm a visual storyteller local to Red Lodge MT but I travel all over. I've been to 13 countries! My goal is to deliver photos that will FEEL like you in all aspects, I'd be thrilled to capture your special day! I focus on all the iconic moments AND the heartfelt/tearful moments in between. I've been a photographer for 13 years and have loved every minute of it. This is my full time career and I'm very dedicated to it. I'm very helpful and organized, I will take care of you! You've found "the one" in each other and I'm here to be "the one" to capture your day!

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Julie exceeded our expectations. We felt like we had the best photographer in Montana, and honestly we did. Julie was kind, patient, extremely professional, and worked hard to make sure every special moment was captured. She had amazing communication from the start, including video calls to understand our desires, regular email communication, and set up a written plan of exactly who and what we wanted photographed. I was most impressed when we took the family portraits. In the moment, it’s such a chaotic scene with so many different getting distracted and wandering around, yet she was efficient and was able to get everyone’s photographs complete within a short amount of time. She self-directs and kept herself on schedule, so all I had to do was be a bride and enjoy my day knowing I had full confidence in her. When we received our photos, I was in awe of how beautiful they are. We are so lucky to have had Julie and I 100% recommend her to any bride.
Karen H., 10 months ago
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Dylan Kyle Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

I've always had a love for color and light, and a passion for landscapes and people. Ever since highschool and into college photography was just something that, no pun intended, caught my eye. I've been shooting weddings for 6 years now and there's nothing Id rather be doing. I'm married to the love of my life Rachel, sandwiches are my favorite food and I love long walks on the beach. Seriously I do :)

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We cannot recommend Dylan Kyle Photography more, he is incredibly professional, helpful, and takes the most breathtakingly beautiful photos! Dylan listened so well to our hopes and desires for the day and what we wanted to capture and went above and beyond them. He was the perfect balance of decisive and accommodating, truly a wedding couple’s dream. Booking Dylan was one of the best decisions we made for the whole wedding - we even heard from so many of our guests how impressed they were by him! Thank you Dylan! We absolutely loved having you!!!
Jancy and A., 3 months ago
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Julia Goldberg Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Hi! My name is Julia and I am a wedding and elopement photographer based in San Francisco. Photography is not just a job to me, it is truly my passion and my absolute favorite thing to do. I love getting to know each and every one of the couples that I photograph to fully understand their personality to deliver photos that are perfectly unique to them! I will help you along every little step of the way of planning your elopement or wedding. I am always available for a chat!

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved our experience with Julia. She was very good with her communication from the beginning. She started out with making sure she knew what we wanted from the shoot and then made sure we knew what things to bring so we'd be prepared for the shoot. Julia has a naturally open personality and it was fun to talk to her during the shoot. To finish it off, the pictures she gave back to us were absolutely gorgeous! 10/10 experience all the way through :)
Savannah H., 2 years ago
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Jade Lin Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Jade is an accomplished and award-winning professional wedding and portrait photographer. With a contemplative approach, Jade's work is not only elegant but also encapsulates the essence of each moment. Her photography style is a seamless blend of photojournalism, creativity, and a fine art touch, resulting in captivating images that tell a unique story. Alongside her talented team, Jade is thrilled to capture precious moments and craft enduring memories for her clients. With Jade Lin Photography, you can trust that your special moments will be transformed into timeless works of art.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jade Lin and her team were all we could have asked for from a photography team on our wedding day. Since we didn't have a wedding planner, Jade stepped up and helped guide us through much of the planning process beyond just the photography. When we selected the venue, she put together a list of hotels within walking distance for our out-of-town guests. She also previewed both the venue and the hotel in advance of the big day to scope out the best lighting and photography angles. On top of all of that, her photography was professional, clear, and definitely captured the atmosphere of the day. Thank you, Jade and team!
Ben C., 10 months ago
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Luz Castro Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Hi, I'm Luz! I am 31 years old. I love to travel, I'm from Colombia, the country where born this brand, I started 7 years ago working for clubs and national artists in concerts and shows, By 2018, I had already worked with more than 5 artists and several weddings on board and the creation of content for clubs and restaurants brands. that required our services eventually. I want to offer all our clients the best experience and the best result depending on the needs and above all understanding the point of view of each new project.

Awarded Best of Zola
She is the best photographer and amazing person The most important thing about her is that she loves what she does and puts all her effort so that her work turns out perfect.
Brenda Mejia , a year ago
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Perez Family Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

From our family to yours... Wherever God leads us, we will travel to capture your precious moments. We believe that each photoshoot is a divine appointment, and we are honored to be part of your journey. We are Robert and Justina, a husband and wife photography team with three wonderful children: a 4-year-old boy, a 14-year-old boy, and a 17-month-old girl. Often our kiddos travel with us to photoshoots (not weddings, haha ) , making it a true family affair. Family is everything to us, and our business reflects that passion. (As far as weddings, usually one of us shoot the weddings).

The Perez family are one of th3 beat decisions we made for our special day, They were so professional, Kind, attentive, and captured the best moments, we couldn't be happier.
Carmen M., 4 months ago
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Vanessa Montano Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,095
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Hi there. I am a wedding + lifestyle photographer serving the East Bay, San Francisco, Napa, Sonoma and Sacramento areas. My focus is on outdoor weddings: gardens, historic homes, wineries, parks, private estates, forests, national parks, and country clubs. I adore details and love when couples pour their hearts and souls into making their wedding a special day they will remember forever.

I got married in Napa Valley and didn't know who to hire for my professional pictures. The venue recommended a few names and after contacting Vanessa I knew that is who I wanted to work with. She was very caring and patient. She was on time and didn't disrupt the moment when I was getting ready, instead she made it special. She gave us poses to do and talked to the venue to make sure we could go to a little bridge I wanted to take pictures at. I highly recommend her!!
Paula Z., 10 months ago
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Nicole Serna Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Plant lover, dog mom, croc rockin', beach cruisin', online shopping photog. You might catch me watching Emily in Paris while snuggled next to our giant lap dogs Lulu and Buddy or traveling the world to inspiring places with my husband (and best friend) Audie. I studied photography at the Academy of Art University in my favorite city by the bay, San Francisco. I continuously develop and modernize my knowledge and experience by utilizing my member resources provided by the Professional Photographers of America (PPA) Association.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the great pleasure of working with Nicole for an event at Kings River Winery in Dec. 2021. We had a pretty complicated family situation during this event that could have caused issues for the timeline. But Nicole was able to help keep the bride moving and calm. And kept up with the timeline like a champ! Rolling with the punches is such a great trait for a wedding vendor to have because events can take on a life of their own. Nicole was able to keep up with the events needs and still completed her job fabulously. Additionally after the event she was lovely enough to send over a vendor gallery that does wonders for other business. Which shows her understanding of the nature of our industry, her care for others and her ability to work well with others. If I could give more stars I would!
Pretty and Posh Weddings, 3 years ago
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Meraki Art 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA
  • Offer

MerakiArt specializes in wedding photography that beautifully captures your love story across the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. From engagement sessions to wedding day coverage, our services encompass every moment, ensuring you receive timeless photos that reflect the joy and authenticity of your celebration. Our modern documentary style creates a relaxed atmosphere, helping you and your guests feel at ease in front of the camera.

I invited Meraki to photograph my son's 2nd birthday party, and she was fantastic. She arrived right on time, bringing professional equipment. Over the course of two hours, she captured many delightful candid moments and beautiful scenes, preserving the joy of the day. I'm extremely satisfied with her service and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented photographer.
Sherry, 4 months ago
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Nicole Blumberg Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

First off, congratulations on your upcoming wedding!! We are a husband and wife team capturing weddings since 2010. Our work is based in the vibrant San Francisco and picturesque Napa areas. We believe the best photographs are Timeless, authentic and focus on the joy of your day. Our goal is to document your special day as it unfolds, preserving your unique attributes and charm while keeping it easy and beautiful.

Nicole was my best friend's wedding photographer. When I saw her photos I told myself I will one day I'd love for her to take my photos! When I got pregnant with my first I remembered her and we did my maternity shoot! It was nothing short of perfect and magical. She also made me feel so at ease and comfortable. That was 9 years ago. Until this day, Nicole is who I look for when we do our family photos and I recommend her to everyone who is looking for a photographer. She's simply the best!
Grace P., 4 months ago
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Baha Danesh Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Baha Danesh is a multidisciplinary photographer, photojournalist, and fine art curator who focuses on Southern California's artistry of events, weddings, and portraiture. From blue chip art galleries to celebrity clientele Baha Danesh captures the artistic side to all occasions.

Awarded Best of Zola
I was referred to Baha during the pandemic and at first was hesitant to use anyone I haven’t met before, but when I spoke to Baha she made me feel so comfortable and promised to deliver all my request and needs for my photo shoots! She not only delivered what I asked for but she went above and beyond to make each of our events memorable! The pictures are beyond amazing! Her passion for what she does really shines through! Her professionalism is on point, she always has a smile and a pleasure to work with! I could go on and on raving about her! I have recommended her to all my friends and family! I personally have her booked for two of my events coming up! She is our photographer for life!! We love her work!!! Thank you Baha for capturing our special moments!!!
Shayda and S., 3 years ago
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White Umbrella Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Hi I'm David! Professional Wedding Photographer, snowboard-bum at heart, proud Dog Dad 🐾, and husband to my wonderful wife, Phoebe. I started White Umbrella Photography for the same reason most people would start their own business, to pursue my passion and experience more out of life. And so far it's been an honor to capture such intimate and honest moments. I've laughed, shouted for joy, and even cried for a lot of the couples I've worked with, all from behind the camera. I really do find myself smiling ear to ear after each wedding, being reminded of how rad it is to love someone and be loved in return.

I highly recommend hiring David as your photographer!!! We had hired him as our wedding photographer for 120 guests in August! He was very communicative throughout the whole process, starting with initial meetings on understanding what our vision of our day was— highlighting what would be the important things to us to photograph, especially as we had a very religious ceremony. On the day of our wedding, he brought so much warmth and ease into the busy day! He was very assertive to direct our large family and bridal party during photos and was very creative/directive in all of our poses. I absolutely loved how he was with us the whole day, being behind the scenes but guiding what we do, very friendly, strongly professional, and all of his photos came back to us ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! They were such high quality and immensely beautiful. I HIGHLY recommend having David be apart of your biggest day, you will not regret his craftsmanship and partnership.
Alexandra, 10 days ago
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Picture This Wedding 

4.8

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Picture This Wedding is a wedding photography & Videogrphy and company based . They have been in business for more than a decade, so they know that planning your dream wedding is no small undertaking. The process can feel pretty stressful, but they have the talent and experience required to put your mind at ease. Their team is comprised of many talented photographers, each with their own style. Picture This Wedding can match you with the member of their team who is just right for you. They cover weddings all across the country and around the world, so they are ready to follow wherever love may lead.

Picture This Wedding was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the moment we first spoke with Kristin and Brendan, their communication was quick, efficient, and interactive. The quality of their work was simply stunning - the photos they captured are truly beautiful and have allowed us to relive our special day over and over. Kristin, our photographer for the day, was hilarious and had our entire wedding party laughing throughout the photography portion of the event. Highly recommend the Kristin and Brendan combo - they were so much fun to work with and full of great ideas to make our wedding day perfect.
Shantelle L., 2 days ago
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Natalie Renee Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Northern California wedding photographer inspired by real moments between people who love each other and dreamy lighting. There is nothing I love more than capturing emotion and details in all the magical moments. I want to deliver photos filled with emotion, fun, and laughter. I bring lots of love and energy with me to make you feel comfortable so you can have fun in front of the camera. I work to build a true friendship with you to create trust which aids in gorgeous photos.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Natalie as our photographer for our wedding was like working with your best friend (I'm serious). She made us laugh the entire time, got just as excited as I did (if not more) over details for the flat lay, and was the perfect match for my husband's sarcasm. What more could you want in a photographer? What drew me, initially, to Natalie was her bright and light photos that captured candid moments beautifully. My husband and I have a very fun-loving personality and to find a photographer that captured every laugh was an instant-win. Natalie took our engagement photos and our wedding photos and we could not be happier, as every photo was absolutely amazing and told a story throughout the engagement session and wedding. I will always look back on these photos with the biggest smile on my face, because they are simply beautiful. You can tell that she is painstakingly meticulous in curating the perfect gallery for you and that she loves her couples. If you're thinking of hiring Natalie for your wedding, do not hesitate. She was an absolute dream to work with and I hope we can work together in the future!
Gabriela S., 3 years ago
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Kay Mitchell Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Hi There! I'm Katherine (or Kay!). I've loved weddings for as long as I could remember and I believe I have one of the best jobs in the whole world. I love being able to capture moments from one of the best days of a couples lives and I get to do it alongside my best friend, my Husband. You could call us nerds; we love Harry Potter, puzzles and video games. Our favorite vacation spot is definitely Las Vegas and we both love good Mexican food. We have two fur babies; Bella and Betsy and yes they are so spoiled. The Husband, Abraham (or Bram) is also an engineer when he's not capturing weddings and a Cal Poly alum.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kay and Bram were an absolute joy to work with! It also helped they are total dog lovers like my husband and I, and captured the absolute best images of our boy, Maverick. I don’t think there was one moment where we were NOT smiling or laughing around these two, and it put my anxious mind completely at ease. They are affordable, hard-working, and completely matched our photography vision (lighter) for our most important day. I don’t think there are enough words to express my gratitude for the talent these two possess, but for now…thank you, Kay and Bram, for everything you have done for us. We truly adore you and are so lucky to have befriended you! - Chelsea, Neal, and Mav
Chelsea D., 2 years ago
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Jenni Chapman Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,380
  • Serves Carmel Valley, CA

Look no further, because you've just found the queer fairy godmother of your dreams! I'm Jenni, a nonbinary lesbian planning my OWN wedding - so I know firsthand how important it is to have inclusive vendors who hype you up and support you 100%. I'm not just "inclusive", I'm literally queer! I specialize in proposal/engagement sessions and elopements/small weddings (<65 guests) in the SF Bay Area. If you're looking for a gallery of colorful "looks like it felt to be there" photos so you can relive your big day for the rest of your life, I'm your girl! Plus, I'm happy to work with wedding planners and vendors to make your vision a reality.

Awarded Best of Zola
My wife and I are so grateful to Jenni for the amazing photos from our wedding. She brought everything we wanted to the experience - excitement, professionalism, creativity, and quality. Her photos brought out elements in us that we didn’t even know were there. She was so active during the day, and constantly moving around to catch the best moments. Those who didn’t attend could look at the gallery and get a full experience of the day! We very much look forward to working with Jenni again in the future and wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a memorable photography experience.
Gabriel D., 3 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Carmel Valley, CA

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

A Carmel Valley, 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?

95% of photographers in Carmel Valley, 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 Carmel Valley, 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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