The Best Wedding Photographers in Oakland, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Oakland, CA

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962 Wedding Photographers in Oakland, CA

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Blackcap Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

I am lucky; I get to do what I love for a living, have a ton of fun doing it, and meet a lot of great people along the way. It's a bonus that I get to also travel a lot for it as well. I hope to always bring that enthusiasm and fun to every wedding as well. I tell myself before every wedding to treat it like it was my very first. I do only weddings, and I only do 30 per year. This lets me focus on my couples and their weddings, and to tell their stories completely. Over 400 weddings spanning 12+ years. And I have never missed a one. Not even late. I may not take myself too seriously, but I take my commitment to my couple seriously.

Awarded Best of Zola
Cody is not only an amazing person, but he also does absolutely incredible work. From the first time we met Cody, you could easily tell how passionate he is about what he does and the couples he gets to work with. He went above and beyond to capture our special day, and we are so grateful to have had him as our photographer. We could not recommend Cody enough!
Kylie, a year ago
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Kansla Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

I'm not here for insta-worthy moments. I'm going to capture the wind in your hair and sand on your feet. I will photograph you dancing in the pouring rain and laughing at the cake you just smashed in your partner's face. Life is messy and beautiful, joyful and sentimental. I don't believe in perfection, but I do believe in perfect for you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Anton and Natalie were absolutely amazing to work with! I was stuck on making a wedding timeline and they took right over and sent me one to get me started! Communication leading up to the big day was frequent and helpful. On the big day, Natalie went above and beyond, holding my train, holding my drink, and stepping in and buttoning my dress when my mother wasn't able. I will forever be grateful for all of the extra things she helped with that day. The photos were excellent and had their artistic touch that makes them unique and standout photographers. They definitely have a long and successful career ahead of them.
Andrea Mack C., a year ago
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Gartsueva Photography 

5.0

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

I`m Anna, based in Reno, NV and I would love to travel to you! Instead of bragging about how amazing I am as a photographer and how long I've been clicking that button, I'll let my work do the talking! Let's skip that part and get to know each other on a more personal level. I like psychology, animals, people, traveling, and unleashing my creativity. Oh, and I absolutely love capturing people just being themselves and showing their love for each other in every possible way. I just LOVE love. It may sound cliché, but there's something magical about freezing those one-of-a-kind moments with my camera that keeps me going.

Awarded Best of Zola
she has a really good eye for scenic photos that made our wedding day even more special as we are now able to look at the beautiful photos and cherish our memories
Meghan R., a year ago
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B Turner Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

If you're seeking a team to beautifully capture your wedding, you've found the perfect match. As a husband and wife duo, we are passionate about creating unique photos and videos with a timeless appeal. Our style blends natural tones with artistic creativity and dramatic lighting, ensuring your special moments are captured in a way that’s both elegant and unforgettable.

Misty Acres Flower Farm and Floral design hosted a professional networking event with wedding professionals. We loved the moody photos and excellent use of lighting that B Turner Photography used to showcase our floral designs and unique farm elements at our Spring Photo Shoot and Networking event. We look forward to working with brides to bring their vision to life with florals and photography working with this talented photographer!!
Misty Acres F., a month ago
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The Iris Image 

5.0

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

Hi there! We are Cassie and Arthur West, the artists behind The Iris Image. Our passion is chasing captivating and romantic love stories around the globe. Through the art of photography and filmmaking, our forté is bringing your visions and dreams to life. We love people and we love getting to share these incredibly special life moments with our clients. Expressing our creativity in these moments sets our souls on fire and inspires us to bring to life art our client’s will cherish forever. Something that started as a hobby has turned into a dream career and each wedding day we share with an amazing couple is truly treasured!

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with this team of amazing and personable professionals was one of the best experiences of my wedding. They were both helpful, accommodating, professional, punctual and gracious. They handled unforeseen circumstances with grace and the photos turned out to be phenomenal in quality and editing. I will be sure to book them again for any future photo/video needs and you should too!
Alexandria G., 2 years ago
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The Luke Films 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

At The Luke Films. Since our inception in 2016, we've been dedicated to capturing the magic of weddings in a unique, dynamic, and fun way. We believe that every moment of your special day deserves to be celebrated and preserved with utmost care and creativity. We have covered more than 200 weddings.

What I great and awesome experience was to have Lucas in our wedding day. I knew from day one that I needed a video of my wedding day because I wanted to live that day again from watching it back since it goes so fast as I was warned. And that is exactly what I received from Lucas; I received a piece of time in a video. I have chills to watch it and remember the best day of my life. He is very professional, and he blended into the party so I never felt like I was being recorded so I could literally be myself, so did my guests, we were all pretty comfortable with him around. Thank you, Lucas!
Cassia, 10 months ago
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Pozan Productions 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

Pozan Productions began in Europe in 2008, capturing moments worldwide, and is now proudly based in Virginia. With a passion for storytelling and authentic beauty, we create timeless memories through photography. From destination weddings to local celebrations, we bring global experience to every event. Our full-service team includes a hair and makeup artist and a talented video crew, ensuring every detail is flawlessly captured. Pozan Productions is dedicated to making your special day unforgettable, delivering artistry and quality you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

Esra is amazing, she was recommended to me from a friend that used her for their wedding and events. I booked her for my engagement photos and fell in love! She is such a good and very professional. I ended up booking her for my wedding and my family photos for the last 3 years. I will continue to book her for all my photography needs!
Kimberry, 2 months ago
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Rebecca y Las Otras 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

I am a documentary wedding photographer -- I'm all about capturing real moments. In my photographs, I’m always shooting with an eye for color, light, and dynamic shadows. I integrate these technical aspects with my background in film, literature and storytelling so with every wedding, I create a series of documentary photos that recreates the authentic narrative of a day. I’m always chasing the candid, the emotional, even the un-noticed everyday details; things that make you do a double take, little moments that make your heart swell.

Awarded Best of Zola
I showed my best friend some of Rebecca’s work when we were searching for photographers and she marveled that the folks in Rebecca’s photos “feel so much more like real people than other shoots like this.” That precisely captures Rebecca’s work + energy and confirmed our decision to work with her! We worked with Rebecca for our elopement ceremony and our tea ceremony and it was truly a special experience. Rebecca made an huge effort to know and support us as a couple before the event, which helped us trust that she would be there to capture all the right moments and then some! Our family and friends all loved her and we got many questions about how we knew her and if she was a friend of ours (she is now!); this really speaks to her kind, open, and genuine presence. She moved the event along while also treating everyone with respect and compassion. We already knew that her work was incredible and we couldn’t be happier with our own results. We cannot recommend Rebecca enough! You’ll get beautiful, soulful photos and the chance to have an amazing human in your life if you book her!
Mindy L., 3 years ago
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Adam Kent Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

I want the photos of my wedding that I don’t have –; that capture the moments of affection between our family members; that remind us of the little details and big feelings of that day. I want the photos of my father-in-law walking my wife down the aisle, six months before he unexpectedly passed away. Those photos don’t exist. Instead, I have a handful of blurry, poorly edited images, the half-hearted efforts of an amateur photographer who didn’t yet know what he was doing with a camera. At that time I didn’t know the value of a professional wedding photographer, so I didn’t make the investment and it’s one of the biggest mistakes I’ve made.

Adam is an absolute delight to work with! We used him for our engagement and wedding photos and not only did he have us laughing the entire time, but all of the photos came out better than I could ever imagine. Adam has the perfect eye for lighting and framing. 100/10 would recommend
Maureen Alice P., 2 months ago
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Taylor Made Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,222
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

At Taylor Made Photography, we don't just capture images—we create unforgettable experiences. Based in the vibrant heart of Las Vegas, our passion is turning your special moments into timeless stories. Whether it's an adventurous elopement in the Valley of Fire, a laid-back wedding at the Little White Chapel, or an intimate engagement session in the Downtown Las Vegas Arts District, we’re here to make every moment count.

Where do we begin? From the very first contact made to Heather she was beyond helpful! We had already decided from viewing her socials that we loved her work. And after a transatlantic video call to discuss details and vision we knew she was who we wanted to capture our day! We immediately clicked, and genuinely felt we were being heard from the off. Heather was always on hand with recommendations or to answer questions and queries. She genuinely made our day so special and captured us as a couple perfectly. Our only problem is that we now have so many amazing photos that we cant choose our favourites, which is an ok problem to have. :)
Mhairi M., a month ago
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Chrissy Jenks Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

My love for photography started when I was young, and flourished as I continued to educate myself in the art and technicalities of photography while attending the College for Creative studies where I received my BFA in Photography in 2016. I absolutely LOVE love, and my biggest goal on your wedding day or during your session is to make sure you're constantly smiling, laughing, and enjoying every moment you experience. I love all of the little moments in life, and I try to showcase those emotions and feelings through every image I capture. I'm based in Lower Michigan, but I am more than happy to travel worldwide for you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Chrissy was a dream to work with, she took my vision of what I wanted and tan with it. She was always at the right place at the right time. Our photos are gorgeous.
Emily E., 2 years ago
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Wild Honey Photo 

5.0

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

I’m Jackie- Your guide to planning a unique, customized elopement day experience anywhere in the world. While I am based in Southern California, I help couples all over the world plan and execute their dream elopements. I help you through the process step-by-step with location recommendations, local vendor recommendations, excursion and activity ideas, timeline planning, and more. You can find more about adventure elopements and myself + get in touch with me about your elopement vision through my website!

I love working with jackie at weddings and on styled shoots! She always shares sneak peeks asap and it’s nice when a photographer sends a gallery so that I can have photos to showcase my work. Her photo style is my favorite and she’s always so much fun to work with!
Destinie Richardson, 3 years ago
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Kayla Cayemitte Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

Documenting weddings by capturing the effortless love and beautiful nature that exists in the same space. Photographing joy-filled weddings in a natural yet bright and vibrant style to bring candid and editorial moments to life. A calming, excited presence on your wedding day to cheer you on through all of your planning and tear-jerking moments. Prioritizing your experience in the moment while capturing all the moments in between. My style is natural, organic, and colorful with an editorial flare that aims to capture authentic human connection and the natural environment around you.

Kayla was the third photographer for our wedding and we are so SO glad that she was part of the team for our big day! She has such a special eye for detail and captured moments with such love and care. She was incredibly helpful the day of our wedding, from extensively scoping out photography locations, to bringing us water and anything else we needed as we were going through our shot list. The final gallery that she shared with us was absolutely stunning and so full of unique moments and details we were so glad were captured on film for us to relive again and again. Thank you Kayla for helping make our special day absolutely magical!
Michelle F., a year ago
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Rachel Stenger Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,550
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

I dropped out of college to pursue photography back in 2014 and haven't looked back since. I'm an introvert at heart, but I come alive when I'm photographing what I love. I enjoy sipping coffee, exploring new places, board games, and creative projects.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were immediately drawn to Rachel Stenger's photography style and tone. We loved her slightly moody yet crisp vibe. It was evident that she was able to capture the true energy of the people she photographed and that's a special skill. We immediately contacted her to capture our wedding that was scheduled for June 2020. As we got closer to the date and the likelihood of the wedding needing to evolve was growing, Rachel was accessible, supportive, and understanding. She was able to capture our small intimate ceremony on our original date and it was beautiful. We were so happy with her work and her personable energy that we asked her to capture our wedding celebration that happened a year later. Rachel and Zeb, another photographer that she works with, were such a delight while they captured our June 2021 wedding. It was effortless, it felt like they were our friends attending the wedding who happened to be taking photos. They captured all the lovely candid and quirky moments while also capturing the magical staged shots. We highly recommend working with Rachel Stenger, her work is a perfect blend of artistic and realistic. Rachel and Zeb captured moments that will continue to bring a smile to our faces as the years go by. Thank you!
Heidi and F., 3 years ago
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Taylor Anne Neel Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

Hi I’m Taylor Anne! She/her! I’m a published editorial fashion and wedding photographer based out of Dallas, Texas! I knew for certain that I wanted to be a photographer on a trip to Paris with my mom in 2005. I had a small little point and shoot digital camera that I used to take photos of literally everything around the city. I got artistic with the sunset over the Seine, and caught a couple having a romantic moment on the bridge. It was then that I said to myself, “Oh, I actually kind of like this,” and began the process of photographing for the next 16 years.

I hired Taylor for all of my wedding photography! Our engagement photos, Mehndi, Henna & wedding day. Not only did all of our photos come out STUNNING, she made the experience so comfortable! She just fit right in with everyone and even joined in on the dance floor! She also made sure to get all the shots I wanted! Taylor made our special day all the more special. Thank you Taylor for absolutely everything. We will definitely be hiring you again soon!
Aysha A., a year ago
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Kali G. Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

I'm a photographer, duh. But I'm also a wife and mother & that's what I pride myself on the most. Being creative sparks something inside of me that brings me pure joy. Finding happiness in everyday things changed my life. I love love. I'm a hopeless romantic who needs to help others display their love in the most beautiful and creative ways. I'm always down to get funky and try new things. I love helping you bring your visions to life. Have a Pinterest board? Send me that, baby! I'm a fun, outgoing, talkative girl who wants to help you every step of the way, in the most stress free ways possible. Let's get you married, loves!

Awarded Best of Zola
Kali is amazing!! My husband and I were both nervous for our first photoshoot (which was our engagement session) but she was so relaxed & laid back she easily helped us get over that feeling. We thought we were going to look awkward in our photos but her prompts/poses made for outstanding photos. At our wedding she captured so many meaningful candid pictures as well as posed photos. These memories will last forever! Her editing work is truly wonderful too, I don’t know what she does it but it’s magic. She is someone you can put all of your faith in to capture the best memories from your special event.
Morgan D., 3 years ago
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Forevermore by Nancy 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

✨ PLEASE email me or message on Instagram to connect✨ Hey, hi, hello! My name is Nancy, I’m a wedding and elopement photographer based in Portland, Oregon. I grew up in Southern California, I visited Oregon once and fell in love! I’m the type of person that will say hello to every dog I meet on the street and freak out when I see a dog hanging their head out of their persons car or when I see cows grazing while driving down the backroads. I'm a huge lover of the outdoors and quiet mornings with a huge cup of coffee and reading on the balcony.

Forevermore by Nancy was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the start, their communication was quick, dependable, and extremely organized - making the planning process a breeze. On the day of, they made taking pictures easy and took off any pressure, allowing us to just enjoy the moment. The quality of their work is truly stunning, with gorgeous, fun photos that captured all the special details. They were so kind and fun to work with throughout the entire process. We couldn't be happier with Forevermore by Nancy and highly recommend them to any couple looking for high-quality, helpful wedding photography.
Chelsea S., 19 days ago
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Sara Brady Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi! My name is Sara. The last couple years of my photography career has allowed me to travel to new places which I have always wanted to do. Photography has allowed me to travel to Georgia, Florida, Missouri, Kentucky, Virgina, Connecticut Louisiana, and in July will be Oregon, and January 2025 will be Washington. I have been professionally doing photography for 3+ years. Somedays it doesn’t feel real I get to travel & meet all of you amazing people & capture all of these special moments for you. I never take it for granted. I love capturing all of the details, candid’s and the in between during your wedding day.

Sara did a great job capturing our special day. She delivered the photos on time and we loved them! Would hire her again!
Iván H., 18 days ago
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Kathleen Baker Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,997
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

I like to think of myself as a lil bit southern, lil bit punk, and a whole lotta rock-n-roll. I’m a PBR lover, hardcore show corner dweller, disco ball queen. You’re going to hear me say, “hell yeah, brother” more than twice, Dale Earnhardt is an icon, and Dolly Parton is royalty. You'll love me if you're a little trashy, always classy, badass, sometimes chic, forever romantic. Unwedding, editorial, nontraditional, offbeat, colorful, joyful, film-inspired, and disco vibes always. If you like, I'll wear a rainbow suit, I'll definitely dance with your mom, and I will always be a champion for you and your lover.

Kathleen is hands down the best photographer I’ve ever worked with. Her professionalism and quality of product are unmatched. She goes above and beyond with her work and you can tell how passionate she is about it. If you want someone with great energy, clear communication, incredible products, great professionalism, and so much more then she’s your girl!
Madison, a year ago
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Nichole Babiez Photography 

5.0

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

I am a midwesterner, born and raised in the burbs north of Chicago who strives to capture moments that are gone in a second, impossible to reproduce, but with the help of an artist touch, can last a lifetime. I'm here to connect with you, listen to you, create with you, and provide a stress-free, comfortable atmosphere from start to finish. 3 things about myself, I have 3 dogs (yes, its crazy LOL), I am in loveee with Target, and coffee and mango froyo are my love languages.

Nichole is the best choice you can make for photography for your wedding day! She has a special ability to make all of her couples feel amazing. We love how our gallery came out and she did an amazing job getting pictures without them feeling forced or awkward. We had so much fun having her capture our day. Throughout the planning process, she was always available for a phone call and responsive via email to our questions. Thank you Nichole for everything, you are the best!
Meghan F., 3 months ago
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Katie Griff Photo 

5.0

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

I’m so glad you’re here. Really. My name is Katie Griffith, I’m 25 years old, living in the gorgeous mountains of Utah. Although it gets so cold and snowy here, you really can’t beat the Utah outdoors. The mountains feel like my second home. Ive been married to my best friend for over 3 years now, and our lil pack consists of our baby girl and our Golden Retriever. These three are my whole world! Honestly, I never knew this level of happiness existed before they came into my life. Ive been photographing weddings and elopements for 5+ years now, and I love what I do! I couldn't imagine doing anything else! This is truly my dream job.

We had 3 wedding location changes and our engagement pictures and wedding were all delayed due to COVID, however Katie was a rockstar and super flexible with all these changes. She rolled with the punches and stayed on top of everything with us by communicating on a regular basis while also giving us our space/time to figure things out during pandemic and unforeseen future. So far we were only able to have our engagement pictures in Utah (which were amazing and was our where our cancelled wedding was to take place). The pictures turned out beautiful, very candid which we love and she made us look great! As of now we are still planning for late summer/fall 2021 wedding and so looking forward to working with Katie again and seeing more of her amazing work! She is highly recommended within the Utah area and as a destination photographer.
Alexa & M., 4 years ago
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Nick Cruz Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

My parents don’t have professional photos of their wedding. It’s ironic being that I photograph weddings for a living. Long story short, my Grandfather hired a distant cousin as their wedding photographer, his customer service was beyond subpar and pricing was vague. He eventually went out of business and apparently took the photos down with him. It’s a sad story but it is something that fuels my mission as a wedding photographer. To give my clients a memorable experience from the first Zoom meeting to the delivery of their gallery and beyond.

Nick is such a fabulous photographer -- he captured every big and little moment of our special day. He put us at ease and made us feel comfortable on a nerve-wreaking and exciting day. The photos are some of my favorite of my entire life. He's amazing!
Hailey B., 19 days ago
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Sufia Huq Portraits 

5.0

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

I’m a Sunshine State native, a Pisces, and a lover of the outdoors. Photography is my favorite way to connect with people. The ability to freeze a memory to look back on for years at a time is what kept me wanting more. I am forever in awe that taking photos allows me to create art, while also giving people stories to reflect on down the line.

Awarded Best of Zola
We found Sufia through a recommendation from another Central Florida photographer, and we're so glad that we crossed paths with her! We booked her for our small wedding in March of 2021, and shortly after that booking we had engagement photos done. She had perfect recommendations for locations that would fit us, and was also so sweet and patient with our pup that we brought along for the morning too. Even in the super humid Florida weather, we had a great time doing our session and we loved the pictures- They're hanging in our house now! Once our wedding rolled around, Sufia and her partner for the day were lovely to work with- My husband and I are both pretty introverted, but they made the environment relaxing and fun. Sufia found ways to inject little pieces of our life into the final photos, which is so special to get to look back on- Even managing to get in some fun pictures with our very young nieces and nephews, which is no small feat with so many personalities in play. I loved our experiences so much, and actually booked her again just this month for some couple photos to commemorate a personal event. Of course the logistical things are important- she's prompt, professional, and the quality of her work is wonderful- but on top of that, she's simply a great individual with a warm, kind energy, and a genuine desire to gift others with memories of their most special days. If you have the opportunity to work with her, do it!
Carina A., 3 years ago
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Charlotte Patin Photography LLC 

5.0

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

Hey! I'm Charlotte, owner and photographer! I have been photographing weddings and couples for over TEN years and would love to capture your love story! I am a Jacksonville native and would love to show you around to some of my favorite hidden gems for engagement sessions or even help you with choosing a wedding venue! I'm a crime junkie and love all things spooky!

Charlotte with Charlotte Patin Photography was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding pictures. Her fun, clever communication style made planning a breeze and put us totally at ease. On the big day, Charlotte captured beautiful, passionate photos that perfectly summed up the simple elegance we were going for. She helped guide us into flattering poses and made sure we felt comfortable being in front of the camera the whole time. Charlotte was so talented at making us relax and enjoy ourselves that I almost forgot she was even photographing! The end result is a stunning album full of photos that reflect the spirit of our wedding. I cannot recommend Charlotte highly enough - her personable approach, skill, and artistic eye ensured we will treasure these memories forever. She's simply amazing and is definitely someone you'll want by your side to make your special day not only picture-perfect but also less stressful and way more fun!
Tori P., 6 months ago
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Ninety Nine Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

Yadira is a Bakersfield native that was raised by immigrant parents. She fell in love with love at a young age through art, music, & poetry. From that inspiration, Yadira always wanted to create art with love as the central theme. She began doing photography at the age of 14 and was mentored by local published and award winning photographers for 3 years. By the age of 17, she moved to North Hollywood where she was taught and mentored by high end fashion photographers who worked for Vogue, Vanity Fair, Style Magazine, Elle, and more.

What I love about Ninety Nine Photography is that it is more than just one experience. They do all of the big moments and the short sweet moments of our lives. My wedding would have not been the same with another photographer, simply for the fact, that Yadira listened to what we really needed for our big day. A great choice indeed!
Cynthia & G., 4 years ago
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Jay Dee Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

A Charleston Wedding Photographer with a fierce love for storytelling, fostering memories and capturing those moments that you will want to treasure forever. I get to tell your story. And, I think that’s pretty cool. I love traveling everywhere and anywhere, talking with my hands, buying plants (and attempting to keep them alive), and spending as much time as I can with my loved ones. I have lived in Boston, Paris, and New York City, and am now lucky enough to call Charleston home, while also still traveling the world for my clients. You can usually find me on my back porch in downtown Charleston, right next to my favorite little park.

tldr: Jessica is amazing and I don’t think you can go wrong with her if this is the style of photos you like I had a lot of difficulty picking a photographer as I’m pretty picky with photos. I knew I wanted something bright and light, with kind of a whimsical or ethereal vibe, but it was really hard finding the style until I came across the “fine art” style. Jessica’s name came up while researching this style and I decided to reach out to her among a few other fine art photographers. I definitely hoped talks would go well with Jessica as the others I contacted ended up either not responding or were wildly out of my budget. Pre-Planning: Jessica was wonderful throughout this process. She promptly responded to my emails and answered questions clearly. I never felt like I was left in the dark for any part of the process. When I sent her the timeline of the ceremony/reception, she quickly came up with a timeline to slot in all the photos to be taken ahead of time at the location (We had access to the venue for a little over an hour prior to the ceremony). She also asked for a list of family photos that we wanted to take. This made it very easy at the wedding as she could call out people’s name to make sure everyone that was supposed to be in the pictures, were in the pictures. Jessica also sent over a list of ideas for detail shots and explained she could do this ahead of time. We didn’t want extra pictures of these and decided against it, however, I still thought it was very thoughtful of her to offer. Wedding Day: I loved her energy at the wedding. She was very calm and felt very competent. She directed my husband and I throughout the pictures, showing us poses etc. During family and wedding party photos, even though we had many bodies to fit in the frame in quite a few pictures, she led us through them with ease and the entire experience was very stress free (or as stress free as can be at a wedding lol). The venue was quite dim at specific locations, but the final results did not reflect that at all. The pictures were bright and did not look like they were taken in the dark at all. (This is a little off topic but I loved the little apron with pockets she wore for her equipment. So cute) I’m not sure when Jessica had the time, but there were pictures around the venue which were so beautiful. I definitely feel like the day was captured through the pictures. Post Wedding: Jessica sent us a sneak peak 2 days after the wedding containing 23 pictures. They turned out great and were beautiful. You can see examples on her website so I won’t elaborate, but they really are that good. The full gallery was sent almost a month after the wedding (minus 2 days) with instructions on purchasing prints or an album attached. The full download contained 650ish files, including the sneak peek pictures. Half of which were black and white, so this matched up pretty perfectly with Jessica’s estimation of the amount of photos when we spoke in the pre-planning stage.
Aster L., 2 months ago
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Photography By Orlando 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

Photography by Orlando is one of the premiere wedding photography studios in the world. Orlando is an international award winning photographer. Being married for 12 years and having two children Owen who is 12 and Olivia who is 8. I know incredible it is to look back at our wedding images and relive how the day unfolded with our children. It really shows you how powerful and important photography is! We will document your day in the most unique way possible, always unobtrusive and low key! Working with our team will ensure imagery that you and your family will cherish for years and generations to come.

We do not have enough great things to say about Orlando. Book book book him! We had the best experience with Orlando as our wedding photographer. He made everything feel so easy and fun. He was laid-back yet focused, capturing all the special moments without any stress. Orlando has a fantastic eye for detail and knows how to get the best shots while keeping things light and enjoyable. If you're looking for a photographer who’s easy to work with and delivers stunning results, Orlando is the one!
Miranda D., 2 months ago
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Rachel Reynolds Co. 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

Rachel Reynolds Co. is a husband-and-wife team based in California, specializing in candid, lifestyle wedding photography and videography. With a heartfelt, down-to-earth approach, we capture authentic moments as they naturally unfold, while also providing gentle guidance when needed. Our services include everything from engagement sessions to full wedding day coverage, with the added value of personalized options and travel flexibility across the state. We believe in creating timeless keepsakes that reflect the unique story of each couple, making sure you’ll treasure these memories for a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
I’m a wedding vendor, (Someone Said Yes DJ), and have worked with Rachel twice now. She’s awesome. What’s important to me is a few things. 1 - fun to work with. It’s a serious team effort to rock a wedding. Everyone has to be positive and on point. 2 - guest interaction has to be upbeat and professional. The photographer communicates with the guests to line up the photos. This has to be done with a great attitude and with professional instruction 3 - photos have to look amazing. This is what it comes down to. I love working with Rachel and am pretty confident you and your guests will feel the same. And don’t forget, your photos will be beautiful.
Matt, 3 years ago
Carmela Joy Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

I’m Carmela, a wedding photographer based in Arizona but will travel anywhere for love! I am married to my sweet husband and we are parents to two of the most adorable dogs that we rescued. I am a lover of all things outdoorsy and get fueled and inspired by beautiful desert sunsets, windy mountain tops, and that fresh forest air. I feel so blessed to be able to travel as a full time photographer to breathtaking destinations for weddings and elopements. I have had the wonderful opportunity to meet and become great friends with many AMAZING people along the way and hope to be able to meet YOU and hear your story. Let’s adventure together!

We are so thankful for you! You made us feel so comfortable and kept us laughing. You also took a bummer situation of me braking my foot the day before our engagement session and made it the most magical session. You saw my vision but made it better then I could imagine! You truly have a talent for this! She got sneak peeks within 24 hours!!!! Also her editing skills are . I broke my foot and had surgery a month before my wedding and she took my scars off my foot and she made my photos look amazing you can’t even tell I only was able to stand on 1 leg. She is amazing!!!! I can’t say that enough!!
Katrina M., 10 months ago
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Savi Photos 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

I'm Brianna Terry, the heart behind Savi Photos and proud to have been named Best Photographer of the Seacoast 2024. With a passion for capturing love stories, I specialize in wedding and engagement photography that blends authenticity with artistry. Based in New England but ready to travel anywhere, I’m dedicated to creating images that feel genuine, intimate, and timeless. My goal is to make couples feel comfortable and connected, allowing their personalities to shine through every shot. From candid laughter to quiet moments, I strive to deliver a gallery that will bring couples back to the magic of their day every time they look at it.

She is a doll I couldn’t recommend anyone else as special as her she made sure everything was perfect even the little problems she handled that and more she made sure I had a perfect day
Amiya R., 2 months ago
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Sari Wynne Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

I am a storyteller, inspired by the timelessness of cinema and the beauty of honest, unguarded emotion. From the rolling hills of Hudson Valley, New York, to the sun-kissed shores of Maui, I bring a deep appreciation for the interplay of light and shadow. This dance of luminosity and depth breathes life into each image I create. Your wedding day is a chapter in a story that began long before we met —and will carry on long after. If you find beauty in romance with a touch of mystery, if you want your wedding photos to feel like visual poetry, let’s create some magic together.

OMG Sari was incredible! Super relaxed and helped us stay in the moment and not get overwhelmed. The pictures are magical. She was a great communicator and got back to us promptly. Overall, it was such a great experience I wish we could do it again. Highly recommend booking her for your wedding.
Jaime, 12 days ago
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Steff Edwards Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

Hello, I'm Steff! I am based in Belleville, MI but travel wherever and whenever! I specialize in Weddings/Elopements and Couples/Engagements, as well as Senior/Grad, Maternity/Newborn, Lifestyle and more. My aim is to capture true authentic moments that feel like you...moments that will be treasured forever! My style is a mix of documentary and candid. I truly care to get to know you before we even start shooting. My hope is that you'll forget about the camera, be your true selves, have fun and leave your session with a new friend and forever memories. Let me tell your unique story through this art we call photography!!

Y’all.. steff is incredible to work with! She makes you and your party feel comfortable and cared for, like you’ve been besties for years! She’s professional and timely, you’ll never feel rushed or pushed for time! Our photos came out STUNNING! Like in a magazine! She truly is the perfect photographer for honestly any occasion!
Rachael Williams, 2 years ago
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It Clicks Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,190
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

Hey! Hello! What's happening? I'm Erika, owner and lead photographer of It Clicks Photo. I love learning about your love story, how you knew your significant other was the one, and any embarrassing stories you two have endured over time. I'm sure I have a few I feel the need to tell you about, too! I'm a very accepting, down to earth lady who values and appreciates your authentic- straight to the core- self. Capturing your wedding day fills me with life, and makes me feel all butterfly-ish and bubbly inside. Can't wait to meet you both! (PS- I love to travel! There isn't a place I won't go- honestly.)

It Clicks Photo is simply the best! They were one of the first vendors that we picked and it was the easiest choice! The photos are bright, cheery and have a timeless quality to them! Our first meeting with Erika was over Zoom, which was so convenient, and we knew almost immediately that she was the person we wanted to spend our wedding day with! Erika has a bright, calm energy which is what any bride needs on her big day. Sarah was so chill and sweet. Together, Erika and Sara were one stellar duo! We cannot say anough good about them. We received a sneak peek that night and and extended sneak peek before our honeymoon! We were able to request edits, but the pictures were so great, the only edits I really requested were silly things like fixing my worn lipstick! I have so many great things to say, but the pictures are all you need to make a decision! Book them now!
Jessica Willemsen, 9 months ago
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Destini Rae Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

If you want to blissfully enjoy your big day without worrying about moments you might miss - I’m your girl. Capturing the candids and in-betweens, and keeping you on cloud nine, all while bouncing around like a ball of energy!

Awarded Best of Zola
DESTINI! She is an incredibly kind and talented photographer and we were blessed to have her on our wedding day. She brought along a second shooter, Nate, who was just as much fun. They ensured they captured what we wanted and captured things we didn't even think of. We're so thankful for Destini and Nate and the amazing work they do. We'll definitely be reaching out to them for future photos. 3
Caitlin C., a year ago
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Maddie Shea Photography 

5.0

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

Hi beautiful people, I'm Maddie! Based out of North MS I DO TRAVEL! I would love to work with you. I am so passionate about creating images that express each and every raw emotion between you. I am living my dream job. I am 26 years old, I have a wonderful husband ,and 2 beautiful children. I love all things animal & traveling. Please reach out if you have any questions. I look forward to hearing from you and working with you.

My husband and I got married in November 2022 in Gatlinburg, TN in the mountains. Maddie traveled over 7 hours from North Mississippi to take the pictures of our dreams! She made the experience so fun and laid back. She captured the authenticity of our intimate wedding with our friends and family. We could not recommend her enough!! Will most definitely be using Maddie Shea Photography in the future!
Ashlyn V., a year ago
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Alysha Rose Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees

Hey friends! I’m Alysha, the one behind the camera. The first thing you should know about me is I’m a Christian and I love Jesus! I have professionally done photography for seven years now and I’m so glad to call it my job! I love finding things in a whole new way and finding the beauty in everything. I love capturing all the special moments in peoples lives. I truly think it’s so special when you invite me into something so big and special in your lives that we can forever capture in time for you. Some fun facts about me: North shore is my favorite, I love traveling, waterfall hunting, and spending time with family and friends.

Awarded Best of Zola
LOVE,LOVE,LOVE when Alicia photographs a wedding on the farm. She has been the only photographer we invite to our open houses for new couples as well. Her style is young, fun, romantic,fresh and timeless all in one. We wish all our couples would book her. We’ve talked pricing with Alicia because that is important to budget conscious couples. They want quality work at reasonable prices. Great price points. Hey look, when all other things go wrong at a wedding, the photos are the one thing you want done right! Don’t skimp!! Highly recommend!!!
Sherry Nielsen, 3 years ago
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Erin Dahlin Photography 

5.0

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

Hi all, I’m Erin! I’m a wedding photographer based in Minneapolis but I’m always up for a destination or travel wedding/elopement. I feel my favorite images are always ones that are captured vs manufactured and embracing the true interactions between the couple, their friends and family. I LOVE love and I’ll probably cry at your wedding, all those feels get me.

Awarded Best of Zola
Erin was absolutely wonderful to work with. We did both our engagement and wedding photos with her and were blown away by the everything she captured for us. She is professional, yet laid back and fun to work with. She made us feel totally at ease with the process. We opted for a second shooter for our wedding, and we are so glad we did! Erin and Brandon were able to capture so many candid moments from our day, and were so creative with locations and poses for our photos. We cannot speak more highly of Erin and her services, 100/10 would recommend!
Erin & K., 2 years ago
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Katya Higgins Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Oakland, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Hello! My name is Katya! I am thrilled you are interested in choosing me to document your special day! I believe that choosing a wedding photographer is about more than just hiring someone with a camera to document your day. Your wedding photographer should be someone who inspires you, and someone who eases wedding day jitters. And, hopefully someone who eventually becomes a friend. I'm excited to give you a little tour so you can learn more about me - the process of working together - and my wedding collections!

Katya was so amazing to work with! She was so efficient, kind, and took gorgeous photos! The spot she took us in Farragut had a beautiful background and was perfect! The photos turned out so beautiful and were everything we were hoping for! I got married at a church, and so the lighting was difficult, but Katya still managed to take great photos inside as well! Thank you Katya, for doing such a wonderful job!
Summer S., 2 months 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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