The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in San Clemente, CA

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in San Clemente, CA

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683 Wedding Photographers in San Clemente, CA

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Ben Straily Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

Hey there, I'm Ben! I believe photography is not just about clicking the shutter at the right moment. It's about capturing the essence of a moment, the emotion, the feeling, and the story behind it. My style is all about telling stories of love, laughter, tears, joy, and all the beautiful chaos in between. Just like your wedding day, every photo shoot is a unique, amazing, and important experience. That's why I pour my heart and soul into creating and capturing the special moments that make each photo shoot memorable. I'm not just taking pictures, I'm crafting narratives. We're not just making photos, we're making memories.

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We had a wonderful experience with Ben as our photographer! The day started out very stormy & rainy & it was a little chaotic with getting the wedding party from place to place but Ben did an awesome job getting great shots during the rain storm before the ceremony. After the rain cleared up, we were also able to get beautiful shots in the courtyard, all our family photos, & even sunset photos with some time to hang out with our guests during cocktail hour! Throughout the whole reception Ben & the photographers were awesome with all of our guests & with us! Ben asked us if it would be ok to pull us away for some quick rain photos & he ended up getting the most amazing shot ever (had to upload a compressed version)! Overall would 50000% recommended anyone to book Ben for their wedding (or any event) photography!
Flowreen S., a month ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

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I highly recommend this company to take photos at your wedding! We loved our photographer Percy. He was incredible, and so helpful. He came with several cameras and valued all of our ideas, and when we became stumped he offered ideas for us to try as well. He was very professional, kind, caring, and always on top of the game taking photos. Towards the end of our night he started to put the camera away and brought it back out to catch a few final moments. He was on top of responding to all questions before, during, and after. He took photos of me and my husband before the ceremony and got some wonderful shots (it was a 95 outside wedding so this was much appreciated because we all had some sweat on our faces). But before we got Percy and our booking process with eivans it was super simple, and just an overall great experience.
Julia K., 2 years ago
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MJMaiden Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

My name is Makenzi but most people call me M.J. I am a Destination Wedding and Elopement photographer that travels all over the country to beautiful destinations to witness the greatest love stories! My photography style is warm, vibrant, and authentic. I love working with all different types of individuals (that become friends) and capturing some of the most unforgettable moments through my lens. I like to create a comfortable space for my clients to be completely themselves in order to capture candid moments that tells their story! My career is photography, but my passion is people.

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All of MJ's photographs of our afternoon tea wedding are stunning!! I can’t stop looking at them! They look amazing!! She did such a wonderful job! I’ve been enjoying reliving the day and I love seeing everything from her perspective. She caught some tender moments I was surprised to see and I just love them so much!! MJ has a great eye and her timing is perfect!! I just love MJ's style. Looking at her website made me want to contact her immediately! The photographs have a magical glow, just like her personality. As soon as we spoke I knew I wanted her to capture all of the moments of our wedding. She is so easygoing and such a joy to work with. Her communication is quick and efficient and I never had any doubts about her arriving on time the day of the wedding, her ability to capture all the important moments, or how she would interact with us and our friends and family. She provided 48 sneak peeks so soon after our wedding day and then the remaining images about 6 weeks later, which was so quick considering Thanksgiving and the December holidays occurred during this timeframe. Thank you for making this part of our journey so effortless!!
Ginger W., 14 days ago
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Wyld Story | Outdoor Wedding Photo & Video 

5.0

San Clemente, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800

We’re Tucker and Alyssa, the husband and wife duo behind Wyld Story. We specialize in storytelling that feels honest, effortless, and deeply you. We believe wedding photography should feel like hanging out with friends who just happen to have cameras. We’re here to document the real stuff: the belly laughs, the happy tears, the in-between moments that matter just as much as the big ones. No stiff poses. No forced smiles. Just you, your people, and all the magic that unfolds when you’re fully present on your day. We offer soft direction just to help you feel comfortable in front of the camera.

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Wyld Story was such an amazing option for our maternity shoot. Tucker and Alyssa were efficient, timely, and clear in their communication, which put us at ease throughout the process. Their thoughtful, detailed, and professional approach resulted in stunning photos that captured the sweetness of our love for each other and our baby girl. Couples shoots can sometimes feel awkward, but Wyld Story helped us feel relaxed and like ourselves (often getting a big belly laugh out of me). Alyssa worked with me to bring my vision to life, and Tucker's skills behind the camera made it all a reality. I highly recommend Wyld Story to capture any special moment.
Ellie O., 9 months ago
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Ashley Strong Photography 

5.0

San Clemente, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800

I am Ashley Strong Smith, the very passionate, sincere and grateful soul behind these very time capsules witnessed within this space. Although I’ve been shooting for over a decade, ASP launched full time in April of 2015 as an all encompassing business and became a Corporation - Strong Smith, Inc. in 2018. Since then, I’ve been beyond blessed to : - Document nearly 450 sessions - Document over a 100 weddings - Receive almost 250 FIVE STAR reviews on multiple platforms - Published nearly two dozen times

I highly recommend Ashley as your photographer. I first came across her work from another friends wedding, and I specifically loved her editing/the way she captured light in her photos! The photos we received did not disappoint. I've been struggling to narrow down which ones I want to print and frame in our home. I loved the app we received within a couple days that had a bunch of previews--more than enough options to choose from for an initial Instagram post! Ashley was so sweet to work with, and made sure to capture everything we discussed in our calls leading up to the big day. It was so fun going back through all the photos after and seeing how many group/family photos she was able to capture of our guests as well. I feel like the day was documented so well and we kept getting compliments from our guests about how great Ashley was. During our guest table photos she was so efficient, but also checked the photos to make sure no one was blinking etc. before moving on to the next grouping!
Anjali D., a year ago
Rachel Havel Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

Rachel Havel is a renowned destination wedding photographer with over 14 years in the industry. Known for her intuitive approach to photography, Rachel has carved a niche for herself in high-end, destination weddings, creating individual, artistic imagery for discerning clientele. Her work, appreciated by a diverse clientele including celebrities, has been internationally recognized, placing her on the global map in wedding photography. Her passion and dedication to her craft have made her a respected and sought-after figure in the wedding photography industry.

Rachel is extremely talented and truly goes above and beyond for her clients! She is easy to work with and her photographs capture the real emotions of the day while being beautiful to look at for years to come. She went out of her way to accommodate us by meeting us in Chicago for our engagement session, being flexible during the pandemic, and even meeting with us post-wedding to help us create our wedding album. I consider Rachel a friend now and know that most wedding photographers do not go this above and beyond for their clients. Her work speaks for itself!
Haley & J., 3 years ago
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Love & Latitudes | Outdoor Weddings & Adventure Elopements 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves San Clemente, CA
  • Offer

I'm Diana, the photographer behind Love and Latitudes Outdoor Wedding and Adventure Elopement Photography. My husband/officiant, Isiah, and I are here to help you plan the intentional wedding of your dreams. As full-time vanlifers, we are always looking for the next experience—no drive is too long or winding to stop us from our next adventure!

Awarded Best of Zola
Diana was such an amazing photographer/resource through it all! She has so much knowledge about the areas she works in and was truly a great person to work with. She is easy to book because she lays out her schedule for you, keeps you updated on the progression and timeline of events for both engagement and wedding photos and gives you an incredible end result…AMAZING PHOTOS. We might get married again at a new location just to see how round two ends up we love our photos that much.
Stephen D., 2 years ago
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Jenny Markham Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

Jenny Markham has been photographing weddings and love stories for over 6 years. Born and raised California girl with a love for art, vintage finds, and cooking. Documenting you for who you are. Be present and I will make sure you never forget how it felt. I want you to have an incredible experience and beautiful photos.

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Jenny recently photographed a couple at our venue and she was an absolute dream to work with. She arrived prepared, moved with such ease and professionalism, and treated everyone with genuine kindness. The images she delivered were stunning, thoughtful, artistic, and beautifully true to the day, and she somehow delivered everything with incredible speed. We were beyond impressed and would recommend her in a heartbeat.
Ivy Manor T., 3 months ago
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David and Blanca Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

Welcome! We are a husband and wife team and have been married for over 8 years and are blessed with two kids, Josiah and Esther. Family is the most important thing in our lives and it is the reason why we absolutely love photographing weddings and family events. We strive to capture every meaningful moment throughout your big day as it happens. We love meeting new people and our goal is to deliver amazing photos and great service.

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Highly recommend David and Blanca Photography! They are truly amazing at what they do and such a pleasure to work with. They were so accommodating to plan changes and unforeseen delays on our end the day of the wedding, and they made sure to get all of our requested shots and then some. Their vision and direction for our portraits gave us the most beautiful memories of our wedding day, and we are so grateful to have had their services. They were always quick to respond with any questions, and provided an update after the wedding on when we could expect to receive our photos. Again, highly recommend!!
Nicole C., 2 years ago
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Abby Taylor Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

Hi I’m Abby! been told all my life that I have an artistic flair and a gift for creativity, but that’s not the only reason why I started my career in wedding photography. I’m the biggest romantic and feel things deeply — in my photography there’s no detail in your connection that goes unnoticed. The little winks and smirks that silently set your soul on fire, the quirks that stay hidden to everybody else but you, and the parts of them that somehow make you fall in love with them even more… They’re how I tell stories because I know that in time, those are the things you’ll cherish the most.

Abby made our day unforgettable. She had this ease about her that calmed me throughout the day. Anything I wanted to make sure we included she made it happen - even the smallest detail that I had forgotten about she remembered. She drove me up a mountain for first look photos. That right there is dedication. Not only was she supportive as a professional, it was great to have her there as a friend. I would recommend this amazing photographer to anyone. The quality of her work shows through her photos and her work ethic. She had sneak peak photos emailed to me the literal next day. Abby is an absolute wonder, and I will forever be grateful she was there to capture the most perfect moments of the most beautiful day. Thank you, Abby!
Kayla and G., 2 years ago
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Sarah Yates Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

I'll keep this short and sweet because truly, it's not about me. I'm here to get to know you and understand you. I'm a mom to my sweet baby boy, a wife to my college sweetheart, and my passion for my work comes from one place — getting to know you, understand you, and photograph your love with integrity.

Sarah and her team exceeded all our expectations. Their talent and professionalism shone through every photo, beautifully capturing the essence and emotions of our wedding. We highly recommend this team to capture your day!
Melissa B., 2 years ago
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Kseni Vibe 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves San Clemente, CA
  • Offer

I’m the eye behind the lens, capturing your wedding love story with heart. Based in OC and LA, I specialize in weddings, freezing every emotion—your vows, first dance, and joy. I’m here for you, guiding with care to reflect your natural, beautiful selves. Let’s create unforgettable memories—just DM in IG ksenivibe

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn’t be happier with our experience working with Kseni. From start to finish, she was incredibly easy to work with—professional, calm, and so organized. She took the time to come to our rehearsal to scope everything out, which made us feel so confident going into the big day. The photos turned out beautiful and truly captured the emotion and details of our wedding, and her turnaround time was impressively quick. We’re so grateful for her talent and dedication and would highly recommend her to any couple looking for a photographer who genuinely goes above and beyond.
Laura S., 14 days ago
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HoneyAnne Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,895
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

Hi, I’m Annie! Welcome to HoneyAnne Photography! I'm based in both Southern California and Virginia—sounds a little unusual, I know! My photography style combines the timeless elegance of editorial imagery with the heartfelt authenticity of documentary photography —each gallery is designed to feel like your favorite magazine spread or Pinterest board! I believe that everyone deserves beautiful, film-inspired photos that capture their story. HoneyAnne Photography was inspired by the golden warmth of honey. Much like the taste of honey is comforting and sweet, I want your experience with me to feel warm, inviting, and unforgettable.

It's been an amazing experience having Annie as our photographer. She helped with both the engagement and wedding photos. As someone who kept pivoting about what I wanted, she brought a lot of props to give us a lot of options for photo ideas. She also kept checking in on us to keep us updated on our planning, which I would consider going above and beyond. Her keeping on top of what kind themes we were looking for and sending us inspiration gave us confidence that we didn't have to check in on her, letting us enjoy our special day without worry. Thank you for letting us live in these memories for the beginning of our lives.
Hanson L., 5 months ago
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Ovation(Lite) Photography & Design 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

Elise is a wedding photographer based in Southern California whose style is candid and inspiring, with heeps of romantic photojournalism. Experienced in intimate weddings, destination weddings and elopements, she is available for world travel wherever love may take her.

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Ovation(Lite) Photography & Design was the best option we could have ever choose for our wedding. We looked for a photographer for weeks for our wedding and came across Ovation. She was beyond polite, enthusiastic, prompt and professional. Her work really showcased our love for each other at our wedding. beyond reasonably priced and fit into our budget perfectly. Our photos came out just how we wanted and she captured all the right moments. Will definitely be using her again for other events in the future
Ryan H., 2 months ago
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Ovation Photography & Design 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

Elise is a wedding photographer based in Southern California whose style is candid and inspiring, with heeps of romantic photojournalism. Experienced in intimate weddings, destination weddings and elopements, she is available for world travel wherever love may take her.

Awarded Best of Zola
Elise was a wonderful woman to work with. She was professional from the start, and heard our concerns. We had a few details conversations over the phone and she showed up to our venue with a solid plan and knew exactly what we were looking for. She was fun, made us smile naturally for the camera, and understood our vision. And for a fair price too, we feel. Thank you, Elise!
Eva B., 2 years ago
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Wesley D Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

I started my business because I wanted to do something I love. Years of photography experience have honed my skills in capturing emotional, creative, and fun moments during weddings. I've found through experience that the key to getting genuine, natural-looking photos is to make sure my clients feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the process. That’s why I provide a comprehensive wedding guide to all my clients and encourage them to reach out anytime, day or night, with any questions or concerns they may have.

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We love working with Daniel (the "D" in Wesley D Photography) so much that he the only photographer on our preferred vendor list. He is reliable, cheerful, and does a WONDERFUL job of capturing special moments. He has photographed numerous weddings and other special occasions for us and our clients, and most-recently photographed a ticketed Father's Day BBQ at our venue. His past work for us has always been amazing, but the Father's Day pictures are truly special. We emailed them to all of our event attendees as a special thank you gift - needless to say, receiving his pictures was the cherry on top of the ice cream sundaes we served that day.
Ashley, 2 years ago
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Chic-Chic-Weddings. Photo & Video Team 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,499
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

I’m Anton, the founder and lead photographer of our intimate wedding photo and video production team, based in California, and traveling worldwide. If you’re looking for modern photos and videos that capture the energy of your wedding day with both ideal editorial portraits and documentary unposed moments filled with genuine emotions, we are here to bring your wedding vision to life!

Awarded Best of Zola
Chic-Chic-Weddings. Photo & Video Team was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. They were very easy to communicate with over text message, and our initial discovery appointment over Zoom was lovely, which led to a smooth process with 3 payments in the lead-up to the wedding. On the day, the two shooters were great at posing us and giving clear directions - they were fun, very nice, and captured the best day of our lives in the most beautiful and graceful way. Everything was perfect, and we couldn't have asked for a better team! Highly recommend their services!
Heather W., 5 months ago
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Erin Marton Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

Since 2018, I've organically captured intentional connection at weddings. Above all, I want you to walk away from your wedding feeling like you and your new spouse were able to be completely present, immersed in a whirlwind of laughter and dancing and hugs from everyone you love most. Your photos should be a perfect reflection of that. The dream scenario is that you have a wedding photographer who gives off best friend energy and captures the day freely, unreservedly, with all the passion and excitement in the world because photographing love is a genuine pleasure and joy. I have been that person for many and would love to do it for you too.

Awarded Best of Zola
Erin is a 12/10 and worth every penny. She was so kind, attentive, professional, and an absolute pleasure to work with. She made it a point to get to know my husband and I as a couple, and was always a text away to answer any questions I had. Her work is absolutely STUNNING, and exactly what we were looking for: colorful, natural, editorial, and candid. She is the best of the best I wish I could get married again just to have more photos!
Daniella R., 2 years ago
Nadia & Gunnar 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

We are Nadia & Gunnar. We love being outside. We met during our early years in college on our school swim team and had a few photography classes together. It was through our mutual love of photography that we started dating.  Fast forward 9 years we are now married!!!   We are both passionate with two diverse backgrounds: Nadia in fine art and Gunnar in journalism/documentary film making. When it comes to shooting we feel we are blessed to be able to pursue what we love together. We are all about what’s real; capturing life’s small (and large!) moments.

As a wedding photographer myself, I have high and clear expectations when it comes to photography. Nadia & Gunnar are my go-to photography team when I need to hire a second photographer. I have the unique experience and privilege of hiring them again and again. I never have to worry about a thing when they are on my team. Both individuals are reliable, consistent, and creative. They always show up early. They are constantly pushing their craft and trying to learn new things. They are extremely detail oriented so couples never have to worry about looking their best. Quiet in nature, Nadia & Gunnar are a calming support system on what is otherwise a chaotic day. I trust them completely with my couples and with my couples' loved ones.
May Iosotaluno, 6 years ago
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Jesscaste Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

"Who's that girl, it's Jess!" Hey guys, I'm Jess! I love all things New Girl, The Legend of Zelda, and Broadway Musicals! I like to describe myself as Jessica Day, minus the really talented singing voice, but just overall kind of quirky and nerdy. I love capturing love stories, and fan girling hard core over all things wedding! If you need someone who is going to help you walk through your planning process, I'm your girl! You can also catch me binge eating tacos and ice cream while editing until 3am!

No matter where you get married Jess makes your photos look like a DREAM. Jess made us feel so comfortable and felt like she was part of the wedding party. We had the MOST fun with her as the photographer for our wedding, I made sure she was free before picking the date of our wedding because having her as our photographer was one of our main priorities! Honestly if I could give her more stars I would.
Gomez C., 5 years ago
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Intertwine Photo & Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves San Clemente, CA
  • Offer

Intertwine Films is a photo + video team capturing weddings as they actually unfold. Real moments, real energy, zero forced vibes. We focus on connection over perfection, movement over posing, and stories that feel lived-in, emotional, and timeless. If it felt big to you, it matters to us.

Everyone tells you the same thing when you’re planning a wedding, your photos matter. And honestly, they’re right. Working with Bryan and his team was such a great experience from start to finish. From the very beginning, Bryan took the time to really understand our vision and walk through the flow of the day, which made everything feel organized and stress free. On the wedding day itself, he ran the photo side like a pro...so calm, confident, and always paying attention to the details, especially lighting and timing, to make sure every moment looked its best. My husband has a background in photo/video, so our expectations were high, and they absolutely delivered. The quality of the images, the editing, and the final presentation completely exceeded what we imagined. We’re beyond happy with how everything turned out and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to friends, family, or anyone who wants their day captured beautifully.
Ashley, 4 days ago
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Ria Georgia 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,750
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

Hi! I'm Ria, but my friends call me Ri. I'm a Southern California based photographer traveling worldwide for weddings, elopements & love. There's nothing that makes me happier than making other people feel fucking GREAT about themselves. I care about eternalizing your story, no matter your race, gender, sexuality or body type — i’m here for you.

If I could give this girl more stars I would. Her work is incredible and I had high expectations for my wedding (because she killed it for my engagement photo shoot) - and man did she blow it out of the water. I felt like I was reliving my dream day when I looked through my gallery - and cried so many times I had to call my mom. Her photos are best in class, and she's the most fun, down to earth person to work with. She made me feel so comfortable the entire day - even though it was 100 degrees outside. I can't recommend her enough, she's a rockstar photographer.
Becca G., 3 years ago
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Miku Matsuzuru 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Clemente, CA
  • Offer

I am a photographer born in Japan, raised in Hawaii, based in Orange County, CA. I love to take event photography, especially weddings, because there is already so much joy and emotion happening and I want to capture that moment and feeling so you can always go back to it just by seeing the photography.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have worked with Miku a few times and I have to say, the qualities of her photographs is amazing of course, and her pictures give a dynamic but warm feeling which the clients were also satisfied. Her personality is very friendly and I think she has the skills to make the clients comfortable. Also, her posture toward work is great, she replies to messages fast so she is easy to work with. I hope to continue to work with her in the future.
Media Focus, Inc., 3 years ago
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Eyeblink Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

For us, it is all about documenting your day as it unfolds. We are believers that the best photographs come from letting everything flow. We don't believe in interrupting special moments to get a safe (posed) photo. On the contrary, we capture all moments: the fun, the crazy, the unexpected. We will get your dad in tears when he sees you in your wedding gown, and will also take your nephew in the middle of a tantrum. All that is part of your story. When you see your photos in 5 years, you will remember how your special day FELT and not only how it looked. You don't have to worry about photos, you just have to enjoy your day at the fullest.

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Eyeblink photographer is great to work with! She captured some amazing shots without being noticeable, which is exactly what we wanted. She has great packages and everything available for you in one place. I highly recommend her.
Marjan Beauty RTZ, 3 years ago
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Candid Moment Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

I am a documentary wedding photographer blended with an editorial approach, and I aim to capture those special moments naturally as they unfold. I'm inspired by the genuine affection my clients have towards each other and look to document & craft your wedding photos with a candid eye. I don't want to dictate your day but let you enjoy your day. I may suggest small things like shooting portraits when the light is perfect, such as when the sun is going down, or I'll suggest taking a moment to embrace your partner & remind you to be affectionate on your wedding day. It's how I ensure you get beautiful natural images full of emotion.

Jesus was our wedding photographer for our special day. From our first interaction, Jesus showed confidence in his experience as a wedding photographer. He took the time to understand what I imagined my wedding photos would look like that is how he carefully planned, & captured my wedding photos. Jesus arrived 1 week early before the wedding day to scout out locations, shared photos with us, and seamlessly incorporated them into our timeline. We felt like we not only had a talented photographer, but also a day-of coordinator who helped ensure our wedding day ran smoothly. He made sure we not only captured the photos we would love but also took the time and went above and beyond to take care of us as people, offering to get water and making sure we had drinks or food. Ive never had an experience with another wedding photographer but I imagine its not a level of service thats common in the industry. The variety and quality of the final photos exceeded our expectations, and we are extremely happy to have such beautiful, and meaningful heirlooms from our celebration. We highly recommend Candid Moment Photo to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.
Vanessa & F., 10 months ago
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Wild Honey Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

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!

Jackie is truly like a bff that happens to be a professional vendor. Choosing her to be our wedding photographer was the easiest decision ever. Her photos give a genuine, laid back feel, and the whole time she’s working her magic, you barely notice she’s there. She makes you and your partner feel like you’re the only two people in the world, and she captures your most beautiful moments in a set of timeless photos. I could not recommend her more. She is even the reason I felt motivated enough to begin my own photography journey, simply because she makes it look so effortless and is so gracious with her advice. If you need a helpful, resourceful, and adventurous photographer for your special day, you 1000% need Jackie.
Lindsay V., 4 years ago
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Mccoy Wedding Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

Welcome friends!!! If you are looking for an adventurous, romantic, and creative photographer in Orange County, LA or anywhere world wide, you have landed in the right place! I have been in the wedding industry exclusively photographing engagements, Elopements, and weddings for over 13 years, photographing 700+ weddings in California, and around the country. I specialize in adventurous, romantic, and photojournalistic photography, perfect for the creative soul, and wild hearts!

TLDR: we highly recommend McCoy Wedding Photography! We were referred to Kay McCoy through a friend who had amazing wedding photos so we knew her services could be trusted. She also photographed another wedding for someone we knew and those photos looked great as well. The entire process was easy from start to finish and it was a pleasant wedding photography experience. The photos were delivered in about 8 weeks, and they turned out perfectly! Kay captured a great variety of shots throughout the day, including some creative and artistic exposure photos that added a unique touch to our gallery. We didn’t want traditional, overly bright, or boring photos, and Kay really delivered something special. The overall quality, professionalism, and turnaround time exceeded our expectations. We’re so glad we chose her to capture such an important day. You won’t be disappointed!
Shannon C., a month ago
By Alexa Leigh 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Clemente, CA
  • Offer

I'm a self taught wedding and lifestyle photographer, with a special love for natural light and minimalism. My style is styled documentary + editorial perspective blended with a lot of candid content. I'm also a passionate traveler and love the outdoors. My mission is is to cultivate authenticity and, in turn, create memories in a true-to-life style that best reflects who you are and this life-changing moment by documenting your wedding day. I’m here to celebrate new beginnings, capture the smallest details, and emphasize your individuality.

Alexa did an amazing job capturing all the special moments of our big day. Her photography style is just beautiful, and her talent truly shines through in every shot. We were blown away by the quality of her work – the photos are beyond amazing! Alexa was also really great about accommodating all our photo requests, and the pictures of our guests really captured the magic of the day. Not only that, but Alexa was also incredibly kind and helpful throughout the whole process, which made everything even more memorable for us. She coordinated with the venue and handled all scheduling well in advance. I did not worry about the photography once in my entire wedding journey. Thank you, Alexa, for your fantastic work! We are recommending you to everyone we know!
Christina B., 2 years ago
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Karen Agurto Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

I’m Karen, your expert California elopement photographer. I'm passionate about making sure couples feel seen and heard when it comes to their wedding day. No elopement is too "out-of-the-ordinary" nor too out of reach. I believe in the power of eloping so much I did it myself. Away from crowds, enveloped in nature, against a badass view, with the people I feel most comfortable with. I'm with you every step of the way. By providing personalized location lists, planning resources, vendor recommendations, permits, and so much more we bring your dream wedding to life.

Awarded Best of Zola
Karen’s work is incredible! We watched the slideshow tonight with our daughter and it was perfect for story telling. Karen delivers more than just a file of photos, she delivers a story. With Karen’s well balanced guidance, energy, and peacefulness My husband and I were able to submerge ourselves in the present moment and truly feel like it was just the two of us. Thank you Karen for such a wonderful experience!
Valeria Wright, 4 years ago
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Katie Pritchard Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Clemente, CA

I became a wedding photographer in a not-so-usual way. I remember telling my girl scout leader that I actually hated any arts & craft we did. Fast forward to many years of sports, and the pivotal moment of entering college, I switched to photography one semester in after realizing my current Marine Biology major was not for me and decided that was where I was headed. It landed me in wedding photography after a few classmates asked me to shoot their weddings. And since I’m a romantic and all…it was a perfect fit from the start. Something you should know about me is that I love all people, deeply. “Love your neighbor” is what I strive for.

Katie is one of the amazing few photographers I refer in Souther California. Her unique style and professionalism make her stand out above the rest. I love working with Katie any chance I get!
Drew Rios Rogue&Fox, 5 years ago

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