The Best Wedding Photographers in Oakland, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Oakland, CA

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979 Wedding Photographers in Oakland, CA

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Hey Honey Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Oakland, 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., 2 months ago
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Love Knot Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

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Isaac came recommended from a friend who did their engagement and wedding photos with him. We were also fortunate to have done our proposal, engagement and wedding photos with Isaac! He is so professional and comfortable to be around. My husband and I dont usually like to take photos, because we are self conscious, but Isaac took care of us. I am so grateful we came across LoveKnot and will always highly recommend them for anyone's special occasion.
Purva and S., 21 days ago
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Naian Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Oakland, CA
  • Offer

Follow us on instagram *naian_weddings We are a husband and wife team and offer video services for your wedding day! We specialize in creating modern yet timeless nuptial images that you will cherish for a lifetime. With over seven years of experience in the industry, we take pride in providing couples with natural and candid images of your day. Fluent in Spanish, English and can handle a bit of Portuguese!

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Naian Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From our first interaction, Natalie was timely in her communication, always responded promptly to our questions and requests. Her polite, kind, and professional demeanor put us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of her work was exceptional - she truly has a creative eye, capturing all the special moments of our big day in a professional and organized manner. The attention to detail in her photography was impressive, and we are thrilled with the beautiful, high-quality photos that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come. We highly recommend Naian Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.
Daniela M., 4 months ago
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Weddings by Katherine Marchand 

5.0

Oakland, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000

I'm Katherine, a wedding photographer based in Oakland, CA. With over a decade of experience and features in Vogue, Brides, The New York Times, and more, I know how to create wedding photos that don’t just look stunning — they feel like you. No trendy filters, no forced poses, just authentic moments that reflect who you are. I believe the best moments aren’t staged. They unfold naturally, in the quiet glances, the belly laughs, and those unspoken connections shared with your loved ones. My goal is to capture those raw, in-between moments that truly make your wedding day yours!

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Where to even begin! Investing in Katherine to do our wedding photos for our August 2021 wedding was the best decision we made, other than getting married! She had done a friends' wedding so I had started following her on instagram long before my husband and I got engaged. We were planning our wedding back west, and so we started looking at photographers back there but I just couldn't find anyone who measured up to Katherine. Listen--if you want "trendy" photos for instagram with lots of filters, orange skin tones, poses, etc--then Katherine isn't for you. But if you want photos that truly capture your day how it really was, then look no further. I spent years pouring over my parents' and grandparents' wedding albums wanting something that felt that classic and real. And real is exactly what Katherine does. She has this amazing ability to be everywhere and no where all at once. I have been in a lot of weddings, seen a lot of wedding albums, and I have never seen a photographer capture candids as well as she does--the photos feel like screenshots from a movie where we look happy and fabulous all of the time! She truly has a photojournalistic approach. She caught every teary hug, hand squeeze, and glance from across the room. And her ability to make every type of light work to her advantage (harsh mid-day, dark dance floor, etc) is truly incredible. And don't worry--she will also get all of those family photos that your parents want and do it in a painless, seamless way! While we were initially hesitant about the cost of hiring a photographer from NYC to shoot a wedding back west, her prices are MORE than fair for what you are getting! She even did a mini shoot with us the night before to get us comfortable in front of the camera and they are some of my favorite photos from the weekend. Also--she made everyone feel so relaxed and comfortable the day of. My bridesmaids were obsessed with her (I mean how could you not be? She shows up in a gucci suit with effortless cool girl energy and is like "let's do this!"), she managed wrangling our very large wedding party with ease and even got my grandma to smile in photos which is a big deal! We woke up the next day to about 15 sneak peak photos from the night before, and had our entire wedding album in 6 weeks! The hardest part is choosing which photos to print! There are just too many that we love. TLDR: Hire this girl, she is smart as a whip, reliable, talented, and a consummate professional!
Madison H., 4 months ago
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Lightfall Imagery 

5.0

Oakland, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Offer

Instagram: Lightfallimagery /// Hello! I’m Victoria and I specialize in weddings, proposals, and boudoir photography. I shoot weddings all over the world and I am a published photographer. I charge $325/hr or $2,600 for 8 hours with a free engagement or boudoir shoot. Add-ons to my packages can include videography and second shooters. Message me for more details!

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Vic is an incredible photographer. When we started looking into finding the perfect photographer for our wedding, I wasn't really sure what to look for. I am so happy we found her. She called me and explained to me her entire process and what to expect during our big day. I really appreciate that she has a vision and makes it come to life in her photos. She is such a kind person and very easy to get along with. Many compliments from our wedding party on how great she was. She was also very quick to edit and deliver our photos. Would highly recommend & will definitely be referring her from now on.
Brooke, 16 days ago
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C Wagner Photography & Design LLC 

5.0

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

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

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Cherlyn captured our elopement in November 2024 at Timber Cove Inn. Since this was a second wedding for both of us, and was very small (just us and our kids) we wanted to keep things simple, focusing on the beauty of the landscape with a simple, sweet ceremony. Cherlyn absolutely nailed it - she captured the vibe we were going for perfectly and the photos are absolutely stunning! I could not be happier with the photos and the experience as a whole. She made us so comfortable and that led to great photos where we look at ease, which is just how we felt.
Kristin B., 8 days ago
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Nightingale Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi, I'm Christina Hernandez, and I am passionate about emotional, documentary photography. After working 15 years as a staff photojournalist at the San Francisco Chronicle, I've taken my years of experience to create rich, memorable images for my couples. My goal is to create a photo gallery that tells YOUR story. You are unique and your images should be, too. I cry at weddings. I can't help it! I get emotionally invested and I won't apologize for it. It allows me to get into the zone where I am completely immersed in the moment and I strive to make images that reflect that. I love being inspired by new locations, and I go with the flow.

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Christina was amazing, her photos are beautiful and she is so wonderful to work with! We didn't really know what wedding photos we wanted specifically, and she just curated us and the photos, and they turned out brilliantly. She isn’t intrusive during the ceremony, we didn’t even notice her and nor did our guests -yet there were so many photos! She is very responsive to emails, texts and calls. She does great check-ins and even asked if we needed help with anything the day before. She is the best and I would recommend her to anyone and everyone!
Helen and E., 4 years ago
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Pat Mazzera Photography 

5.0

Oakland, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,000

Offbeat Photography with a Narrative Twist. I've been having fun photographing weddings for over 18 years. I find the excitement, nervousness, love, and joy inspiring to create great photographs that tell a story. I have been in love with photography since I've been a kid. Since then I have photographed actors, film directors, authors, and some very unique characters that have informed my perspective on life.

Awarded Best of Zola
Pat was amazing at our wedding, she'd show up at places, corners you never expected her to be, she'd hang from the ceiling if she could get a better shot! We felt like movie stars with the paparazzi's on us at all time! She shot from beginning to the end of the wedding party and came out with over 500 beautiful photos we will cherish for a lifetime. Thank you Patricia, you really captured to mood and what we worked so hard for to create a memorable wedding for everyone with the focus on us but also all of our guests and the three phases of the wedding. You did a AMAZING job!
Justin and C., 3 years ago
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Olivia Smartt Photography 

5.0

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

Want a trusted, unobtrusive, thoughtful pro photographer friend on your wedding day? Someone to capture the way the wedding FEELS as well as it looks. A little direction during portrait time, a little leadership during family portraits, and near invisibility all other times? I think you’re onto something. I’m in. What's exciting? What’s important? What's confusing? Let’s sit down for a discovery meeting and I’ll ask, listen, lay out options, and share suggestions. I want to learn about you. I'm on your team 100% before, during, and after your wedding. Bonus: I've shot 400+ practice weddings before yours and I absolutely LOVE what I do!

Olivia was incredible!!! The preparation leading up to our wedding was so easy and Olivia really took the time to get to know us and learn what moments we didn’t want her to miss during our wedding. We didn’t need to worry about a thing on our big day. She was very organized and allowed me and Josh to enjoy the day with full confidence she was snapping all the right pics! We also got them back in record time! Only two weeks after the wedding! We would highly recommend Olivia if you are looking for a photographer who is professional, fun, easy going and super talented!
Christina & J., 3 years ago
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A Perfect Impression 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,195
  • Serves Oakland, CA

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

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Our wedding was on Thursday 02MAY2024 and you guys were absolutely amazing and easy to work with. You were friendly and made us feel comfortable and and allowed us to just be us with our friends and family. If anyone is wondering if they should pick these guys for your wedding I would 10/10 recommend this company, I promise you won’t regret it! Thank you guys again for sharing our special day with us and making it even more perfect :)
Jai J., 8 months ago
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Joyce Li Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Oakland, 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.

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Joyce was great at making this shoot ours to own. She had professional insights on how things should work to take perfect photos, but she wanted us to let her know what we liked and what we considered to be perfect photos. We appreciate her directing us to have more of a candid shoot, which really shows in all of her pictures of us
Vinh N., 9 months ago
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Twentythreeninteen 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Oakland, CA

My name is Thomas Seabury I am a wedding photographer of 9 years, over the past 3 years shooting just over 100 weddings per year. Each wedding I take on the roll of coordinator, photographer, and personal assistant keeping the entire day running smoothly and keeping the stress of the day as far from the bride and groom as possible. I would love to be a huge part of your entire process from overall planning to execution of the day! In the off chance you're booking at a Northern CA Wedgewood venue, I have hundreds of hours of experience at each of their venues and work very closely with the everyone of the staff at Wedgewood.

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My wedding was in May and the weather surprised us by dumping buckets of rain during the ceremony. Thomas was so helpful with all of his direction and suggestions for the ceremony. He was able to keep his cool and roll with the punches on our very crazy day. Our Photos are absolutely stunning! I honestly can't say enough good things about him. He took so many photos and his editing is wonderful. He also did our engagement photos all the way in Yosemite. He not only drove 3 hours one way for the engagement shoot but also drove an obscene amount of hours for our wedding. He put in so much work and I can't thank him enough.
Hannah W., 8 months ago
Stavick Studios 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

WE'RE EJ § SARAH! Husband and wife team. When you look back on your celebration, you don’t want to see bits and pieces of the story. You want to see, remember, and feel it all. We capture the big and small moments, personal details, and people that create the complete story. With us, you’ll not only get images that help you remember your wedding day— you’ll get photos and films that take your breath away. And allow you to see, relive, and fully cherish the whole, beautiful story. Over and over again.

My wife, Meredith, and I had the immense pleasure of working with EJ & Sarah Stavick for our wedding this year, and we cannot recommend Stavick Studios enough! From the very first interaction, EJ & Sarah's communication was exceptional. They made us feel comfortable and confident every step of the way, ensuring that every detail was covered and that our vision was understood. Their organizational skills were impeccable, leaving us stress-free and able to enjoy our big day. On the wedding day, their team was phenomenal. They were everywhere, capturing every special moment, yet they were so discreet that we barely noticed their presence. Their creativity and attention to detail were evident in every shot. The candid moments especially, were some of our favorites. When we received the teaser film and the photos, Meredith and I were left speechless. The quality and artistry of their work are beyond words. Every shot, every frame was beautifully, bringing out the emotions and joy of the day in a way that we will cherish forever. Their passion and dedication were clear in every aspect, from the carefully planned photo setups to the spontaneous video moments they were able to capture. EJ & Sarah are not just talented professionals; they are wonderful people who genuinely care about making your wedding day as special as it can be. We have recommended their services to everyone we know who is looking to capture their special day. They are a dream team, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Thank you, EJ & Sarah, for your amazing work. You made our memories last a lifetime.
Andrew P., 5 months ago
Hannah Berglund Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $10,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

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

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Picking a wedding photographer is likely the most challenging vendor, many of your wedding memories are in their hands. My husband and I Zoom-interviewed countless photographers and we immediately cancelled every other interview / photographer hold after getting off our call with Hannah. Even over video, we felt like old friends. Throughout the wedding preparation process, we met and took photos with Hannah to get to know each other in person. We had a great time hanging out, making jokes, and all the while, getting outstanding "engagement" photos (we had already sent out a save-the-date). Hannah was also an expert at wrangling our pup, who loved to sniff and ignore the camera. Leading up to our wedding, she shared really helpful tools, which assisted us in outlining our wedding day and advising other vendors. Hannah checked in on us and regularly met with us over Zoom to make sure we were all on track. Unlike some of our other prep calls, we really looked forward to our prep sessions with Hannah. The day of our wedding, Hannah went out of her way to make it a success. When our florist insisted on delivering flowers later, Hannah picked up an extra bouquet to photograph with our details. She has an impressive wedding industry history, so she actually knew one of our vendors already and despite meeting the rest of the first time, she seamlessly flowed with all of them. She immediatley went to work with our wedding coordinator, but also adding to the camraderie and fun of "getting ready". She even advised and dealt with our very challenging videographer, who consistently got in her way. I can't imagine having anyone else so intimately involved with our wedding day as Hannah. I was looking forward to 1:1 moments with my husband the most, and Hannah made sure to prioritize those moments for us, capturing every ounce of excitement and bliss. Those moments are my most treasured of the day, and I actually really enjoyed having her there for them, because she is such a special person (and now friend)! She knows exactly how to handle anything thrown at her on wedding day. I can't recommend Hannah enough for your wedding experience. If you're looking for a truly special memory of your day, you will not only come out with hundreds of incredible photos, but you'll leave with a great new friend.
Kerry and S., 3 years ago
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Katelyn Tucker Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

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

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My husband and I used Katelyn to take our engagement photos around Golden Gate Park and Mt Tam area. We were able to cover a few different locations and do a couple outift changes. Katelyn is so easy to work with! She made us feel comfortable and gave us space to enjoy each other while she stepped back and captured it all!
Shannon+Dillon, 4 years ago
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Nicole Blumberg Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Oakland, 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.

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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., 6 months ago
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Connie Leal Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Oakland, CA

My name is Connie and I have been shooting weddings and portraits for over 15years. The goal for me is to give my client an heirloom of their wedding day to pass down to generations to come. As a young kid, I remember staring at my parents black and white wedding photos for a long time. It captivated me. I am very lucky to have those memories and that is what I want for my clients. I love capturing beautiful imagery through posing, beautiful light and when there isn't light, I like to create it. I can be a goof ball capturing the unexpected filled laughter. Come look at my work, and hopefully we can connect.

Connie was so awesome to work with! Leading up to the wedding she was easy to communicate with and always responded to my emails quickly. When my wedding day rolled around she was at the venue on time and got to work. She was patient with everything going on, she had an assistant as well that was great! I told Connie that I was worried about taking pictures because I never considered myself photogenic, she told me not to worry. She did a great job! The pictures turned out beautiful! I love them! Now the hard part is choosing which ones to print.
Stacey and B., 8 months ago
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Tyler Wang Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi, I'm Tyler a professional photographer based in the SF Bay Area. I've been shooting portraits since 2009, when I visited Tibet with my dad on my middle school graduation trip. Ever since then, I've loved taking photos of people. Over the years I've developed my own style of photography to convey the feeling of the moment into my photos. My goal is to always create images that will stand the test of time.

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Tyler was amazing to work with. He did our engagement shoot and helped out with video during our elopement. We felt at ease and he made us feel comfortable off the bat and our engagement photos came out really nicely despite my now husband and my awkwardness behind the camera. We definitely look forward to doing more shoots with him in future. Book him! He’s awesome!
Keidee+Bailey, a year ago
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Posh Narratives 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hello! Whether you're seeking a content creator to capture the behind the scene moments on your big day or a photographer for your couples shoot, I am your person! I aim to capture all the details that are typically missed.

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I recently worked with Kathy for an engagement photoshoot at SF City Hall. She was incredibly flexible when we arrived late, which we really appreciated. She took the time to capture a wide variety of shots around the area, and her friendly demeanor made the experience enjoyable. She also provided helpful directions during the shoot, making it a fun outing overall. Thank you for your hard work! (Added my favorite photo. I like the motion of it which is quite apt given we were dancing, and the lighting is romantically moody.)
Cynthia, 3 months ago
CMG Imagery 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi, I'm Carrie the lady behind the lens of CMG Imagery. I'm a photographer with twelve years wedding experience and a focus on natural light and storytelling. In my work, I am inspired to capture love and connection in a timeless and authentic way that will be cherished for years to come. I love creating images with movement that capture the heart and soul, the candid moments, the playfulness and personality. So get ready to adventure and let's tell your story!

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Working with Carrie was an incredible experience. My fiancé and I hired her to take our engagement pictures and they are better than I could have imagined - so good that we've also hired her to do our wedding in October! Carrie's eye for detail and her ability to capture the essence of every moment transformed ordinary scenes (our backyard, In n Out, and our favorite dive bar to name a few!) into life-long memories. I think what truly sets her apart is her ability to establish a genuine connection with her clients. Throughout the shoot, Carrie made me feel at ease, enabling both of us to express ourselves naturally, resulting in photographs that truly reflected our personalities and captured the perfect moments. I highly recommend this photographer to anyone seeking not only exceptional photographs but also a truly enjoyable and memorable experience.
Taylor and D., 2 years ago
Warm Heart Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hey, I'm Diep, the photographer at Warm Heart Photography. Based in Concord, California, I offer service around the Bay Area, and beyond. My goal is to sharpen my skills every day, serve my best, and create happy memories for my clients. Thank you for stopping by. I look forward to meeting you.

We are so happy we chose Warm Heart Photography (Diep) for both our engagement and wedding day photos. For our engagement shoot, she was incredibly friendly, responsive, and was very accommodating--even bringing a quick-change tent! She made sure to capture every shot we wanted from our shot list, and the photos turned out absolutely stunning and ethereal (exactly like we had envisioned). On our wedding day, Warm Heart Photography was equally amazing. Despite the hectic environment, Diep and her second shooter came prepared, was professional and adapted seamlessly to the ever changing environment. They worked hard to get every shot on our list, and the photos turned out beautiful and candid. (There were so many nice shots, that it was hard to choose our favorites!) They did such an amazing job with capturing everything on the day. We didn't have time to soak in everything around us, but with the photos, we were able to relive the day! Diep has a great work ethic and we wouldn't hesitate to refer her to our friends and family. We're so grateful for her talent, dedication, and kindness throughout the entire process. If you're looking for a photographer who truly cares about her clients and will do everything she can to capture your vision, Diep is the one!
Amy C., 11 days ago
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SF Wedding Photos 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hello! I'm Varun, a photographer with a passion for turning fleeting moments into lasting memories. My photography goes beyond just capturing a scene - I strive to tell a story through my lens, one that evokes emotions and brings your vision to life. I have been covering weddings throughout the Bay Area for over a decade and have only had 5 Star Reviews. Check me out on Yelp!

Awarded Best of Zola
Varun is an extremely professional and creative photographer. He captured so many beautiful moments from our special day. He was very easy to work with and guided us through the entire process. I would highly recommend his photography services to anyone.
Jeena, 6 months ago
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Brandi Rollins Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Welcome. "I BELIEVE...connection matters. Photos tell our story and carry our legacy. Melanin matters on camera. Every human deserves to be seen. 8 out of 10 humans say they feel awkward in front of the camera; Laughter is the antidote." ​ It is my loud passion to capture the personality of relationship...within couples, families, communities, and even organizations. And I have been this way since I was a kid. With my hot pink camera in tow, 8-year old me would capture the loud joy of my BIG extended family. Little did I know...they were my training ground in photography. And I am happy to say that my approach to photography hasn't changed.

Working with Brandi and her team has been an absolute pleasure! We've collaborated on five events together, and each time has been an effortless and seamless experience. When I popped the question about her availability for my own wedding, her enthusiastic response sealed the deal. From the moment my wife met Brandi over Zoom, she knew we had found our perfect match. Her warmth and professionalism shone through, and it was evident that she was not just a talented photographer but also someone with whom we could easily connect. Our wedding day was captured beautifully, with every moment immortalized in stunning photographs that we will cherish forever. Such was the impact of Brandi's work that we didn't hesitate to book her again for my wife's birthday celebration in November 2023. Once more, she delivered beyond our expectations, capturing the essence of the occasion flawlessly. If you're in search of a photographer who not only has an eye for detail but also possesses a wonderful personality, look no further than Brandi. She's attentive, creative, and a joy to work with. Trust me, hiring Brandi will be one of the best decisions you make for your special day!
Anthony Lunardini, 10 months ago
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J. Lee Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I am an East Coast transplant wedding photographer based in the SF Bay area. I’m super laid back and kind of a goofball… I like to have fun during my photo sessions to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera!

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I can’t say enough wonderful things about Jess. We used her for not only our engagement photos & wedding but our pregnancy announcement, maternity photos with both my babies, & newborn photos. I know Zola is a wedding website so I will keep it wedding related. She’s professional & fun. She makes you feel beautiful & comfortable but also makes you feel like she’s not even there. She captures every tiny detail and is true master at finding the perfect lighting. If her photos aren’t a testament to her work just trust me (a complete stranger to you) when I say “book her now!”
Annie D., 3 months ago
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Arjay Moreno Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I am a fine art wedding photographer base in the Bay Area San Francisco, CA. I take pride on crafting timeless, exquisite imagery and story that you will cherish forever. I strive to capture the happy moments, not just an image. You only get one chance to capture those moments and I'll make sure you get it

Awarded Best of Zola
Arjay Moreno Photography provided excellent communication throughout the entire wedding planning process. He is very responsive via text, email and FaceTime appointments, which made coordinating our special day a breeze. The quality of his work and overall value was top-notch - he demonstrated a strong work ethic, highly professional, and respected our wishes. Arjay expertly positioned us for the perfect shots and guided us on how to pose, resulting in stunning photos that we'll cherish forever. His expertise, professionalism, and ability to make us feel comfortable in front of the camera made him a true asset on our wedding day. We highly recommend Arjay Moreno Photography to any couple looking for a trustworthy and talented wedding photographer.
Avegale X., 4 months ago
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Janvier Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I’m a photographer based in San Francisco, California. Pero, I travel anywhere in the world for destination weddings and elopements. I was born in Manila and at a young age I developed my love for photography watching films. I just had this feeling that I wanted to freeze time and hold on to moments. Besides my passion for photography, I’m an avid traveler and have a love for food! So, let’s get to know each other more and tell me your love story! I’m up for some good ramen and delicious ube desserts.

Janvier Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our special day. From the very beginning, his communication style was assertive, analytical, and professional, yet he was also incredibly kind and encouraging throughout the entire process. His passion, talent, and dedication to his craft was evident in the stunning, high-quality photos he delivered that truly captured the special moments of our big day. Janvier made me and my partner feel so comfortable and at ease during the shoot, keeping us laughing and helping us achieve natural, beautiful poses. He went above and beyond to ensure we got the photos of our dreams, and we would recommend them to anyone looking for an excellent wedding photographer. The photos we have will last us a lifetime, and we are forever grateful to Janvier Photography for their incredible work.
Kayla f., 3 months ago
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Sonya Yruel Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

With a candid style and two decades of professional photography experience, my passion is capturing real moments and creating photos that tell your story. Living in the San Francisco Bay Area, I am proud to work in the diverse communities here, and welcome the diversity of my clients who are looking to both honor past family traditions as well as create some of their own. My approach to wedding photography is simple; the day of the wedding is about two people coming together to celebrate their marriage with their loved ones, and photos are about connection and trust. My goal is to have your photographs remind you of how you felt that day.

Sonya was amazing, she photographed our engagement and our Indian wedding ceremony. Even without being totally familiar with the parts of the ceremony, she captured all the pivotal moments beautifully. she is very intuitive and made us feel very comfortable. We loved the slide show she put together with the photos from our day, and sent it to our families who watch it on repeat. We can't recommend her enough, she is not only artistic, but a really nice person which made it so much easier. She was also able to keep our rowdy families in-line for the group photos.
Carter, 5 years ago
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Joy Coakley Studio 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I am an Oklahoma born, but Cali raised - dancer, roller skater, photography stylist, photographer, momma to two little girls, foodie, crafter, lover of laughter, action and pyscho-thriller movie watcher, and sports player. I also find peace in the outdoors and California trees. I like to keep it active and adventurous. I believe in giving 110% at everything I do, but also want it to be fun. I chose photography to be my vocation because I have a true obsession with humans and the way we love, interact, and celebrate rituals personal to our families and cultures. I stand up for equality and justice for BIPOC and LGBTTQQIAAP.

Joy was so amazing from start to finish! We booked Joy and her team for our Engagement session and Wedding Day. She helped brainstorm ideas for the engagement shoot and made all our visions a reality with bomb photos of us featuring my husbands old school. As all brides know, the planning experience can be stressful and full of anxiety dealing with multiple vendors - but I never had that experience working with Joy. I 100% trusted her to capture our big day. I’ve heard stories from other brides about “I wish our photographer did this, was able to take photos of that..” but not with Joy! She communicated great leading up to and on the big day. Everywhere I looked Joy and her team was on the move capturing the best shots in the right spots. Our photos turned out amazing and we were so happy to have Joy there with us on such a memorable day. I highly recommend and trust Joy for any photo sessions, whether it’s family holiday shoots, grad photos, engagement sessions and wedding day! She is an absolute gem, so talented and pleasure to work with!
Mari + L., 4 years ago
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OhReilly Productions 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

AJ Reilly has been a professional photographer and cinematographer for over 8 years with an emphasis in weddings, creative fine art, and portraitures. He loves capturing the beauty of others and empowering people from behind the lens. He has mastered an array of lighting techniques to blend controlled and natural light for any style. His biggest accomplishment has been to work with thousands of people over the last decade and helping to tell a part of their story through digital media, with 2024 marking his 800th wedding.

We couldn't be happier with our wedding photographer, AJ! He was an absolute pro, expertly capturing every moment despite WIND, weather, difficult guests, and me and my husband’s different skin tones, making sure we both looked our best. He handled everything with ease, made us feel super comfortable and taken care of, and he delivered absolutely stunning shots that exceeded all our expectations! Every single photo we received was amazing—truly more than we could have asked for
Simone, 5 months ago
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Carly Feltz Media 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,650
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Every love story deserves to be documented in the most authentic way. As a master storyteller, this is what I do best. Hi, I'm Carly and I am honored to be considered for such an essential role on your most special day! I will work with you to carefully plan a photography timeline and desired shot list to ensure time stops and every essential moment is captured.

Awarded Best of Zola
Carly is a long time family friend so it was a no-brainer to have her be a part of our special day, but she delivered far above our expectations! We couldn't imagine our wedding day without her, and have gone back to her for every family photo, maternity shoot, and Christmas card since. She managed to get both the traditional bridal party shots and candids that told the whole story of our wedding. If we had to redo our day all over again, we wouldn't have changed a thing about working with Carly!!
Amanda S., 4 years ago
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Two Irises 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Born in San Francisco, I grew up in West Marin, traveled to the East coast and Ghana for schooling and I am currently based in the East Bay. A mother, gardener, hiker, traveler - I have a background in dance and psychology in addition to photography. I've photographed weddings for more than 20 years.

Cindi and her team at Two Irises turned our wedding memories into incredible photographs that we will enjoy for the rest of our lives! My favorite thing about working with Cindi is that she listened to what I wanted and took photos that I requested (family/wedding party shots, getting ready shots, etc.) but she also took so many candid photos and captured real moments of joy of my husband and I and our wedding guests. Those photos ended up being my favorite pictures! I loved her work so much I recommended Two Irises to our friends, who booked them for their wedding - and in exchange we were gifted a beautiful print of our choice from our wedding! Could not recommend Two Irises enough.
Laura and T., 4 years ago
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Luke George Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Wanderlust and a social curiosity led me to study photojournalism in the American West where I fell in love with people and places; everything from the way we live and work, build and break, love and pray. Here's to you!

Luke George Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From our initial consultation, Luke and his was warm, flexible, and incredibly supportive - taking the stress out of the photography process so we could simply enjoy the day. Their work is truly stunning, with a uniquely fun and creative style that captured all the special moments in a way that feels both timeless and fresh. The aerial shots and wedding video they provided were incredible additions that we'll cherish forever. We loved working with Luke and his team, and cannot recommend them highly enough.
Amy S., 8 days ago
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Julia Malysheva Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,450
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Julia Malysheva Photography is a wedding photographer based in San Ramon, CA. This business has delivered special occasion pictures for over 15 years. A talented professional, owner Julia provides an artistic, classic style, producing timeless photos of every couple she works with. Also joined by a second photographer at every session, this team can provide twice as many angles of your special day.

Julia truly captured our joy and love. The pictures are stunning - she selected such an incredible set of photos and edited them beautifully! I love the saturated colors in her pictures - it really made the fall wedding vibes seem magical. She also photographed an engagement shoot, which was just as wonderful! I highly recommend Julia for wedding photography. She was easy to work with, and helped us feel more comfortable even though neither of us like being the center of attention. She also came early to both locations to scope out the best spots to take pictures and helped us through the pre-wedding planning process with ease. We really couldn't have asked for a better photographer to capture our wedding!
Natalie B., 2 years ago
Danielle Michelle Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hey you! I’m Danielle Michelle! I am very passionate about not only delivering photos both bride and groom will adore but as well as friends and family for generations to come, Planning a wedding can be very stressful but working with your photographer should not be. I will be with you guys throughout the whole process making it as enjoyable as possible. I make sure every couple I work with feels beautiful and comfortable in front of the camera and leaves the experience feeling amazing. I would absolutely love to be part of your entire process from overall planning to execution of the day! Let’s chat about your big day and make some magic!

Danielle shot my husband and me for our engagement photos and it was an absolute DREAM! Danielle was very kind and patient and has a certain creative eye that's hard to come by. She made me and my husband feel very comfortable and super natural during the shoot, and there wasn't a single awkward moment! Don't get me started on the final pictures they turned out better than I could've ever imagined. All in all this was a 10/10 experience and I can't wait to have an excuse for another photoshoot with her.
Aga M., 2 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Oakland, CA

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

A Oakland, CA wedding photographer ranges from $185 to $20,000 and averages at $2,900. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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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