The Best Wedding Photographers in Malibu, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Malibu, CA

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in Malibu, CA

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Ashley Kristine Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Malibu, CA for additional fees

I am a wedding and elopement photographer based out of Northern Colorado and Western Washington. In my free time I hike, eat lots of food and play with cat & dog. I find photography to be an amazing creative outlet and love using it as a way to connect with some amazing people.

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I could not be more grateful for Ashley and her gift of being a brilliant photographer. She was so easy to work with and made the day go seamless with photos. She was super fast in getting us our FULL gallery back and I cannot stop looking at them! She does such beautiful work and now we have amazing photos to look back on for the rest of time. I cannot recommend her enough.
Kailee D., 4 months ago
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Joshua Fernandez Photography 

5.0

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

Hi. I’m Josh. Our work is based in Washington, DC, often in San Francisco and we’re happy to travel. The best photographs are simple, unobtrusive, and spontaneous. Memory fills in the gaps - this is how authentic photography captivates us. We've always sought to remember things exactly how they happened - how we felt. The goal is to unobtrusively document your day through artful frames. I'm a firm believer there is no single best photographer anywhere in the world - but there are artist the align with your vision. Please look us up on Google (Joshua Fernandez Photography) and see how past clients describe their experience with us. :)

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Joshua Fernandez Photography delivered an exceptional corporate photography experience that exceeded all expectations. His talent shines through in both formal headshots and candid moments, capturing not just images but the genuine spirit of our team. His personable approach put everyone at ease, resulting in natural and authentic photographs. Whether shooting corporate headshots, team photos, or capturing our staff during meetings and daily operations, Joshua demonstrated outstanding professionalism and attention to detail. What truly sets Joshua apart is his ability to reveal the authentic beauty in everyday workplace moments. The impromptu photos in various settings showcase our team's personality and dynamics in a way that feels both professional and wonderfully natural. Working with Joshua was a pleasure from start to finish. His expertise, professionalism, and artistic eye make him the perfect choice for corporate photography needs. Highly recommend!
John K., 13 days ago
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Candace Shiflet Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,790
  • Serves Malibu, CA for additional fees

Hi, I'm Candace and I have a thing for weddings! I didn't start as a wedding photographer, I actually started as a BIRTH photographer surprisingly! I was addicted to capturing real and raw moments for families to have and relive over and over. I actually was nervous for weddings, which is why I didn't start doing them. One thing led to another and as people started asking me if I WOULD shoot their wedding, I decided to give it a try. Fast-forward to dozens and dozens of weddings later and I am obsessed!! I am a full fledged wedding photographer and I LOVE capturing every single moment of your day. The addiction is real!!

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Candace was an amazing photographer. She took our engagement and wedding pictures and I could not be happier with how they turned out! The engagement photoshoot was our first time meeting Candace in person and she was so easy to talk to which made the shoot that much better. For our wedding Candace had wonderful recommendations on location, lighting, poses, and props. Candace was super communicative about our timeline and her editing process. We were so happy with our wedding photos that we cannot wait to have Candace take more for us throughout our years together.
Haley, 3 years ago
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Juan Photographer 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Malibu, CA for additional fees

Hello, I am Juan Amezquita, a professional photographer with over 9 years of experience in the field of wedding photography. My Instagram is juandaphotos_ I take great pride and joy in capturing the intimate and magical moments that make each wedding unique. My passion lies not just in creating beautiful images, but in the opportunity to be a part of a couple's special journey into marriage. I believe that every picture holds a story, and I am here to help tell yours.

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I am so glad that we found you and that you were our photographer for the wedding! You did such an amazing job with the photos. All of your photos really do speak 1000 words and they each tell a beautiful story! I can’t thank you enough for how kind and fun you were and how patient you were with me and my crazy groomsmen! I hope you had as much fun as we did! If there any couples scrolling through his photos trying to decide if this is the photographer for you, the answer is 10000x YES!
Faith & R., 3 months ago
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Marilyn Lamanna Photography 

5.0

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

Hey there!! My name is Marilyn and I'm so glad you're here ♡ I am a couples + wedding photographer based in New York City, and happy to travel to wherever your day is at! I've had pink hair for the last 6 years so at this point it has become a personality trait and I'm 100% okay with it. I love the outdoors, pat every dog I can, and thrive on ben and jerry's. My ideal place to be would likely be frolicking in wildflowers in a dress that's way too long, but the longer the better. The patio of my NYC apartment with a good book is a close second favorite though, for sure.

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Working with Marilyn was such a treat. She’s so warm, and communicating with her is a breeze. Both my husband and I were more interested in capturing the moments of our wedding day rather than spending loads of time on staged family portraits. Marilyn and her assistant Emma were great at getting the shots your grandparents will want while also capturing the essence of your night. She asked great questions, made sure we felt comfortable at every turn, and fully captured the essence of my (camera-shy) husband. Don’t hesitate to work with her!!
Kate P., 2 months ago
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Justin Kunimoto Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Malibu, CA for additional fees

First and foremost, congratulations! This is an exciting time! Before I begin with all the details, I would like to do away with the formalities and keep it light. Technically speaking, I’m a photographer, but honestly, since establishing my business in 2014, I would consider myself a teammate through this process. I’ve really enjoyed getting to know couples, their families, their stories, and at the end of the day, becoming a good friend. If this vibes with you, we are off to a good start :) Answering questions, transparency in communication, and prompt responses are important to me and I hope that everything I share resonates.

Awarded Best of Zola
Justin was an absolute blast to work with. His photos included a perfect balance of posed shots and candid shots. He worked with us to develop a plan and was able to execute that plan while allowing us to go with the flow and enjoy the moments. Justin was my favorite vendor to work with throughout the whole process - very personable and friendly.
Jeremy M., 4 months ago
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Willow Photo Co. 

5.0

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

We’re a studio that does things differently. Our main goal is to make sure you’re having fun on your wedding day. To ensure that everyone getting their photo/video taken isn’t treated like another number but rather treated like family. and that the photo/video process isn’t “cookie-cutter” because everyone’s wedding day is unique and special. We’ve been to hundreds of weddings as a team, and our motto has never changed. We want you to live in the moment, while we capture it.

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Willow Photo Co. was a dream to work with from start to finish. Their communication style was quick, easy, and painless - they were always responsive to our questions and made sure we had a solid plan in place for our wedding day. They were passionate, dedicated, and paid incredible attention to detail when capturing all of the special moments we had planned for. They were great to work with, and we loved having a video chat with them a week before the wedding to go over the timeline and make sure everything was set. When our hair and makeup ran a little behind, they were flexible with their original itinerary, ensuring the process remained painless. We are so excited to see what they create for us. We would highly recommend Willow Photo Co. to any couple planning their wedding.
Mikayla P., 2 months ago
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Four Doves Photography Studios 

5.0

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

Please reach out via the contact page on my website to connect! // I'm a digital & film photographer living in NYC capturing weddings, couples, and life around me. I approach photography intentionally, and am emotionally driven behind the camera. I’m all about those in-between candids and documenting in the moment, as well as artful editorial guided posing. I love making genuine connections with people, and the natural friendships that can come from working together! Approaching your wedding photography as an art form is just a small part of why I absolutely love what I do.

Awarded Best of Zola
When I came across Rebecca's website and portfolio I was immediately smitten. Her style was so beautiful and unique, and exactly what I was hoping to find for our wedding. One quick call with her and I knew she was our photographer. She was so warm and welcoming and we felt completely ourselves around her. We had FUN spending time with her for both our engagement and wedding photos. Aside from her amazing skills - she went ABOVE AND BEYOND to coordinate our engagement photos with us when we were living in California. She was the easiest choice we made and we love every photo she took for us. Cannot recommend her highly enough! - Chelsean Nick
Chelsea + N., 9 days ago
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Maya Papaya Pictures 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Malibu, CA for additional fees

So here's the tea... I'm a wise-cracking, extroverted Capricorn who excels at corralling your rowdy family for photos and charming Aunt Carol, the self-deemed professional iPad photographer. Ever since I was little, huddled on the couch with my five siblings rewatching The Lion King, I knew that I wanted to be a storyteller. Growing up in a creative household, I studied a wide range of arts before settling on filmmaking. I envisioned in my head that I would be the next Spielberg, but after shooting my first wedding in 2013 all my plans changed.

Maya was my wedding photographer at my wedding in Flagstaff, AZ at Aldea Wedding in the Woods and she was PHENOMENAL. Her energy is out of this world & you cannot help but smile and laugh around her. She quickly feels like family. Not only does she have the most insanely wonderful personality that brightens the room but her photos she took are STUNNING! She really has such an eye for capturing the perfect moments and the quality and colors are just perfect. Myself, my now husband, and friends and family were just in awe when I showed them. I just got married two days ago and the day after my wedding she sent me sneak peek photos and there were SO many - I couldn’t believe how fast the turnaround was. And there’s more photos to come! Everything was just stunning I can’t rave about her enough. You need to hire Maya!!!! Also my friends and family couldn’t stop talking about how fun she was. We love you Maya you are amazing!!!
Rachel C., 5 months ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Malibu, CA for additional fees

My name is Ali Cushing, a NY-based photographer working across the country and world wide providing documentation and memorializing of your most precious moments for weddings, elopements, engagements, and couples photographer, near and far. My goal first and foremost is articulating your personalities, romance, and every aspect of your event into a visual story you'll treasure long after. I approach each opportunity with personalized care and whatever your plans, I’d love to be a part of and to document your story. All couples of all genders, ethnicities, ages, faiths, shapes and abilities, are more than welcome.

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first interaction, Ali proved to be an exceptional wedding photographer. Their communication style was friendly, timely, detail-oriented, and flexible - she was like a fly on the wall on our wedding day, capturing all the special moments we didn't even realize were happening. The quality of her work was seamless, with a documentary style that beautifully documented every aspect of our day. Ali traveled a long distance to be with us, and was thorough in ensuring we had every single picture we wanted and more. We were thrilled to receive gorgeous sneak peeks just days after our wedding. Ali went above and beyond to make our special day perfect, and we couldn't recommend her more highly.
Elizabeth A., 4 months ago
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Symula Media Group 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Malibu, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

With over 20+ years of photography experience, capturing life's smallest and biggest moments has been a passion of mine. Being able to encapsulate these candid moments is such a privilege; one that we don't take lightly!

From start to finish Jenn was incredibly professional and easy to deal with. She helped me plan an engagement shoot that, because of its nature, had to be mostly spontaneous and "on-the-fly". She was easily able to adapt and capture our special moment with some INCREDIBLE photographs. We even started receiving some photos the following day! I would not hesitate for a second to recommend Jenn and Symula Media Group to anyone looking for documentation of their special moment!
Eli, 7 months ago
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Portraits By Sean 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Malibu, CA for additional fees



I present fun, elegant, and exciting Wedding Photography for my clients. My style is photojournalistic; I feel it's the most effective way to tell a story. After all, there is so much happening on a wedding day. Between the ceremony, dancing, and endless extravaganzas, the most memorable moments will naturally occur.  My goal is to capture the emotions and memories of your day through my lens. These recollections are your forever keepsakes, a chapter of your life's story. Every image accounts for those who were by your side, delighted for you, and the next step in your journey. I appreciate you for giving me a few moments of your time.t

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My partner and I hired Sean for our engagement photos and we were extremely impressed! He was super helpful in helping us pose and very skilled in the ways he used lighting to capture our best features. He captured really genuine moments with such skill. He also made sure the job was well done and he got all the photos that we could have wanted. We had a blast working with him! The photos are stunning and I genuinely can’t stop looking at them! My partner and I tend to feel awkward getting our picture taken but Sean created such a comfortable space for us. We would highly recommend booking Sean.
Sydney and J., 5 months ago
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Beck Photo Co. 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Malibu, CA for additional fees

Beck Photo Co offers a seamless blend of art and authenticity. Images that are captivating and tell a story. But it is more than just photographs. The experience you have with Beck Photo Co., from the first meeting to when they deliver your gallery, is a top priority. Excellence is their baseline.

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I could not more highly recommend Kristen! Kristen was one of the very first vendors that I booked for my August 2024 wedding and I could not be more happy in that decision. Kristen's style is timeless and true to color. She focuses on capturing the day as it happens rather than focusing only on super posed shots- which I love! Kristen's communication is clear, prompt, and honest- I so appreciated her insight through the wedding planning process and especially in developing the timeline. We also received far more sneak peeks than we expected and I'm still shocked with how quickly we received our full gallery! Kristen, we are so happy you were there to capture our day!
Samantha M., 3 months ago
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Sokol & Co Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Malibu, CA for additional fees

Here's what you should know: First, it's pronounced Sokol like 'vocal'. We're Polish... like kraut-and-pierogi-at-every-family-gathering-Polish. Second, we're a husband and wife wedding photography duo that believes it's the little things that make the story come to life. From the knowing glances across a crowded room to the hand squeezes when you're about to walk down the aisle, you can trust us to capture your most romantic, candid moments.

We loved having Savannah from Sokol & Co Photo as our wedding photographer. She has a professional and kind communication style, and she truly puts her heart and soul into the work she does for all her couples. Savannah made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and captured our love in such a beautiful way. She went above and beyond being just our photographer on our wedding day - she helped us put our wedding timeline together and kept everything on track, all while being the sweetest hype girl. Savannah's attention to detail and passion for her craft is evident in the gorgeous photos she delivered. We are so grateful to have had her as part of our special day.
Alli K., 3 months ago
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Raw By Laura 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Malibu, CA for additional fees

My name is Laura and I am bilingual (English/Spanish). I moved to Arizona in the beginning of 2022 from New Jersey. It has been bittersweet to redefine myself in a new state. One thing I absolutely refused to leave behind is my love for photography. I moved here with my husband for a change of speed. It has been such a beautiful change! Just like you, I too am in love with the views Arizona has to offer. I am a nontraditional wedding photographer, I am there for all the feels that come with your big day. The tears, the smiles, the laughs, the dancing... Moody, warm and candid photography. Photos to make you relive the moments later

Laura is a joy to work with. As a couple who has been together 10 years and never had professional photos taken, Laura made us feel so comfortable and confident in front of the camera. She is the most down to earth individual who is so clearly doing the job she was made for. She approaches every shoot with an honest investment in the people she is capturing and makes every session so personal. We have done our engagement photos, bridal shower, wedding, and now baby announcements/gender reveal photos with Laura and we plan to return to her to capture all of life’s biggest moments. I am so proud to say she will also be capturing 3 of my dear friends engagement photos and weddings in 2025. We are so grateful for you, Laura!!
Madison V., 7 days ago
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The Still Life Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves Malibu, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Jay & Nicole Vega decided to pursue a career together in the art of Photography. Met & married in Chicago in 2013, two people set out on a business venture of a lifetime. While Nicole is the main photographer of the company, we have also expanded and hired reliable, talented photographers to work along side with us, while still maintaining a small business feel.

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We had a wonderful experience with Nicole from The Still Life Photography. She was extremely responsive and timely in all of our communications leading up to the big day, providing thoughtful details to ensure we were on the same page for photo locations, special shots, and timing. On the wedding day, Nicole was a total joy to work with - amazingly talented, thorough in capturing all the special moments, and so fast and efficient that we hardly noticed she was there! The final photos she delivered were stunning - full of life and perfectly showcasing the love and happiness we felt. Choosing Nicole was one of the best decisions we made. Her amazing work and attention to detail allowed us to fully soak in our special day, knowing she'd capture all the emotions and memories so beautifully. We'd highly recommend The Still Life Photography for any couple looking for a kind, dedicated photographer to freeze your happiest moments in time!
Jayme H., 6 months ago
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Jewmarrah Photography & Media 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Malibu, CA for additional fees

Wedding + Engagement photographer/videographer based in Atlanta Georgia (but captures love stories worldwide)! Each package includes photo sneak peak within 24-72 hours of the occasion/session. **also willing to work with budgets with customized packages! Discounts are offered for stunning location or “bucket list spots” message me for details! If you have questions you can send me a message! I also offer wedding photography and videography hybrid packages. With packages starting at $3,750! Inquire today to receive a full pricing guide!

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Jewmarrah Photography & Media was an exceptional choice for our wedding photography. She did our engagement pictures, which we loved because she made it feel very comfortable. Her natural, engaging, and creative approach to capturing our special day resulted in photos that perfectly reflect the joy and love we felt. Jewmarrah Photography excelled at incorporating our whole family into one beautiful portrait, and they effortlessly captured the natural, candid moments that we will cherish forever. We are thrilled with the quality of their work and the incredible value they provided. We highly recommend Jewmarrah Photography & Media to any couple planning their wedding.
Deedee Bettis M., 8 days ago
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Empowering You Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Malibu, CA for additional fees

I'm Emily - a Pittsburgh-based wedding photographer set on capturing intimate, joyful, authentic, & emotional photos. I want you to look back on your wedding photos not just love the way they look, but I want you to remember what the moment felt like. My hope is for you to feel the way your loved one hugged you as they gave you away, to laugh as you look back at the best man giving his speech...every captured moment has a feeling. I will do my best to stop those moments in time for you to experience forever. I am witty, goofy, sarcastic, open-minded, & honest. I will be your ultimate third wheel.

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Emily is incredible. She is like no other- her work is incredible, timeless, and beautiful but the best thing about working with her is the way she makes you feel. She is the kindest, most generous and thoughtful person you will ever meet. Emily has shot my wedding, engagement session, family pictures and graduation pictures and I feel so honored she chose to capture these precious moments in my life. She has made each of these moments unforgettable because of how incredibly talented, kind and loving she is. Her work is perfect, and if I could have her shoot my whole life I would !!
Lily Weaver , 7 months ago
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Leah Flores Photography 

5.0

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

I am a photographer and artist from the Pacific Northwest with Costa Rican and Scottish roots. My favorite things are dinosaurs, exploring new cities, board games, soccer, National Parks, and whiskey. I have been fortunate to photograph 200+ weddings in my PNW home, to ruins in Scotland, cityscapes in Vietnam, to the beaches of Maui, and beyond! I live in Portland, Oregon with my two dogs and three cats | 🏳️‍🌈🦖⛰️✈️📸⚽🫶🏼🌈🌲🦕🏝 Fun Fact: I was born on Leap Year Day so I'm 9 years old 🥳!

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I have used many photographers in the past but none came close to the level of expertise that Leah possesses. Over the years, I've done business headshots with her, family photos, and most recently my wedding. Since I have used Leah's services for other things before, I knew what to expect as far as photo-quality goes; the real testimonial comes from how she handled the wedding. Shooting a wedding in another country with a chaotic family is no easy task, even I wouldn't wish it upon myself, but Leah truly knocked it out of the park: she checked in before the event day to go over the schedule, showed up early, got all of the extra shots that I requested, directed people, and just really took charge of the experience. Having her as my wedding photographer was literally one of the only non-stressful decisions I made for that event lol. The photos turned out beautifully, I really can't imagine having anyone else capture one of the most important events of my life. I recommend her wholeheartedly!!
Linh H., 5 months ago
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Sally Grieshaber Photography 

5.0

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

Hi There! I'm Sally! Nice to meet you! I am a passionate couples photographer in the Seattle, WA region. I am known for my warm, candid photo style. Forget stiff poses, I am ALL about directing with fun prompts!! I want to capture the raw emotion instilled in you. Let me tell the story of your relationship, family, personal life, etc! My clients mean the world to me & I am always ready to help them in any way that I can! I get to know you, so I can make you the most comfortable during our session.

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Sally took our pregnancy announcement photos and they were BEAUTIFUL! I've also worked with her for multiple weddings where she was the photographer and each time she was thoughtful and intentional with her work. My clients love her which of course is why I chose to hire her to take our personal photos. I will definitely do so again in the future. 100/100 recommend working with Sally for all your photography needs!
Madison P., 2 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Malibu, CA

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

A Malibu, CA wedding photographer ranges from $185 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?

93% of photographers in Malibu, 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 Malibu, 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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