The Best Wedding Photographers in San Francisco, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in San Francisco, CA

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OurWeddingPhotoVideo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,495
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

We do Photo+Video Teams primarily - see more team samples on our "Videographers" page on Zola! I love "storytelling" in shooting and creative editing - creating not just a photo/video record, but adding sparkle, brightness and engaging polish to edits, design elements, fx and dialog/music mixing to build a more grand and exciting "mood" and story. It's great being part of "The Best Day Ever!" for most couples, along with learning and exploring new events, supporting my client's excitement and creativity and energy ;)

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Jeff was super easy to work with, we just had a few video calls before the big day. During our wedding he and his team captured the full ceremony and reception videos as we'd asked, including all the details and kind words that friends had for us. I was really happy with the final product and thought it was documentary worthy to share with relatives overseas who couldnt make it in person.
Phoebe, 2 years ago
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Just Jessica June Llc 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

Hello friends! A little about me: I honestly LOVE weddings and elopements. I believe in creating a relaxed and fun environment that adds value to your wedding day, and not taking away from the experience. What that means is I mix action based posing that creates real memories and fun moments, with a photojournalistic approach. This means more time in the moment and enjoying your day and less time saying "Cheese!" I am for the couples who love to laugh, want to have fun and are looking for a relaxed and organized professional for their day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jess is an incredibly skilled and wonderful photographer. My husband and I were so grateful for her hard work on our wedding day, and she made us and everyone else feel so at ease. Absolutely hire her for your next event- she is the BEST!
Elizabeth T., 2 years ago
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AR Treasures Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

Hi :) I have a background in social work so am used to walking into all kinds of situations and interacting with all sorts of people. I now have my dream job as a wedding photographer where I get to capture people's very best moments!!! Not only do I love capturing those candid moments but I also enjoy guiding loved ones through interacting together to come up with more natural moments to capture actual good times! To help the day run as smoothly as possible we also send out a wedding photography survey going over times and shot details to make sure we are on the same page ahead of time, with wanted poses on this list as well.

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We provided music at a wedding with Rachel & Andy earlier this year and they are absolutely amazing to work with! Very professional and great at what they do! They make sure things are planned, executed, and photographed flawlessly! Highly recommend. - Erie DJ Company
Erie DJ Company, 3 years ago
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Sara Bishop Photography 

5.0

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

We offer colorful, modern + movement based photography for bold couples who are unapologetically themselves + ready to celebrate! We value inclusivity, body positivity, and women fiercely supporting women + it is our mission to create an experience for our clients where they feel seen, welcomed, accepted + celebrated for everything that they are. We hope you choose to #CelebrateWithBish

Sara made our wedding day incredible. She took care of the little details I knew I would want to look back on years from our wedding and captured our love so perfectly. Her personality is so fun and easy going, which made me not stress at all on the day of our wedding. As a bride, she made me feel comfortable and beautiful, like a friend would. I can’t imagine having anyone else photograph one of the biggest days of our lives and I’m forever thankful for the memories she captured for us. She is a true kween, the one and only, the Bish!
Kayla and R., 3 years ago
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The Iris Image 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves San Francisco, 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
I can't even explain how incredible the Iris Image team is to work & creative with! If you are looking for a photo & video team that is incomparable to the rest look no further. We as a planning company know that your experience of your wedding day team means everything. But with The Iris Image team we know it starts WAY before that & ends with a “Wow I can’t believe the wedding day is over. I want to be best friends with them forever & how they document all my moments of life”. THEY ARE THAT GOOD. We love that as soon as your inquiry is sent in that you're going to be blown away with just that intro call. Why? Because they take the time to dive into every part of you so they can be the best creative team for you. From the start they make a unique client experience with our couples that is handcrafted for them. It is the same for all couples that want to work with this team. It is just how they roll. A luxury experience in & out. From our personal & professional experience working with Cassie & Arthur we know our couples are going to get to work with the best of the best when booking this dynamic duo. They truly take the time to make your day a custom & completely personalized experience by building a relationship with the two of you. From going over all the "must have" moments of your day to even just asking for outfit advise on your engagement session they are here to be your professional experts on all things media. We consistently recommend Cassie & Arthur to our couples because we know they will get an incredible gallery & video that you’ll watch for years to come. What is even more amazing it that you’ll be able to look back on those photos & video feeling the rush of emotion & happy high you felt on that exact day. Hiring this team means it will be one of the best highlight of your day with the capturing all the special moments that matter & highlight your incredible love story.
Ember and Stone Events, 2 years ago
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Rebecca y Las Otras 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Francisco, 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.

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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., 2 years ago
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Double Coast 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

I'm Sandra. I’m drawn to photos that trigger a memory. I’m constantly trying to create work that takes you back to the most beautiful moments of your life - big or small. Photos that remind you how little they were. How handsome he looked. How perfect the sun felt and how warm those cuddles were. I want to help you remember how it all felt.

Awarded Best of Zola
Finding someone to capture your big day is one of the toughest things to do. When I met Sandra, I knew she would embrace every real detail of our wedding, and truly bring out the best in us. She did all of that and more, and we’ve been so thankful to have such beautiful photos to look back on. She doesn’t just take photos, she takes photos of who we are as people, and highlights on our inner beauty. Sandra is professional, kind, and very down to earth (which can be so important to nervous brides!) I’ll definitely be going to her future photography needs, and can’t recommend her work enough.
Callie H., 4 years ago
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Found In Fables Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

Capturing stories and connections through intention, and a bit of magic! I picked up a camera in 2017 and fell in love with the way light hits flowers, faces, fields of grass, and all the things in between. I am obsessed with catching a moment that would otherwise go unnoticed, especially if that moment is candid and filled with life. A great way to get to know me and my style is by following along on Instagram!

Morgan is the sweetest person to work with. She has amazing style and creativity that is apparent in the work she produces. I loved how she worked with the sunlight to make our pictures glow. She also got our pictures to us quickly which is awesome!
Rylee, 3 months ago
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JoAnn Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

I'm JoAnn, but you can call me your new best friend I'm a couples photographer, a wife, and a mama, from Houston, Tx. I started photography during the pandemic, I had recently had my son and I wasn't able to have any photos taken of him due to quarantine lockdown so I figured I'd make them myself. Little did I know I'd make a business out of it. So now here I am doing this thing I'm so passionate about all the while being able to capture these milestones for my family. What I absolutely love is going on adventures with awesome couples and sharing their incredible journey all while being able to seize the moment for them to treasure forever.

JoAnn Marie Photography was a delight to work with for our wedding day and beyond. Their communication style is professional, fast, and easy, which made the entire process a breeze. The quality of their work is truly beautiful, with an exceptional attention to detail that captured stunning photos we can look back on forever. JoAnn was there to guide us through poses and help us feel comfortable, ensuring we have memories from our special day that make us feel as if we are right back in that moment. We have used JoAnn Marie Photography for our wedding, a recent boudoir session, and will continue to use them for all our family photos - her energy and talent are unmatched!
Randi A., 25 days ago
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Cristina G Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

We are Cristina & Constantin - image makers, globe trotters, architecture fiends. Love, fashion and art drive and inspire our work. We split our time between our home base of Chicago and the cherished landscapes of our childhood in Europe, offering local (no travel costs) photo collections for select Euro and US locations.

Awarded Best of Zola
As a Wedding Planner, there are few things more valuable to me than a trusted photographer! Heading into a wedding day with Cristina by my side brings me SO much comfort! Not only are her photos BEYOND BEAUTIFUL...but she is calm and professional, making each client feel at ease! I always tell my clients that when you mesh well with your photographer on a personal level...it truly shows in your photos. I think that is just one of the many reasons Cristina's work is so great...she makes everyone feel like family! I cannot recommend Cristina G Photography enough! I am so thankful to get to work alongside her! Cristina and her team work tirelessly and efficiently to capture each moment! I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about Cristina G Photography!
Arin Busch, 3 years ago
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Jose Almeida Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

Weddings are celebrations that are full of emotion and romance all in a highly dynamic environment. Wedding photographs are timeless and irreplaceable so as a photographer, I feel I have a great responsibility at hand. I try my best to work with clients on their needs, provide flexible coverage hours and I work within their budgets. I am drawn to those unguarded candid moments. I attempt to portray an artistic feel that reveals feelings of emotion onto the viewer. Be it a gaze, a beaming smile, tears of joy or a blurred image to depict movement my goal is communication. It is these moments along with many others I feel should be captured.

Jose is fantastic! He has so much experience and very professional. Before our wedding day, he always had quick and clear communication. We loved his artistic eye and dramatic style of photography. He knows how to give good direction for those that aren’t used to posing or being photographed, and was always looking for the next shot. He definitely lets you be you and can still get amazing shots. We were surprised at how quickly we got to preview our gallery. After the wedding day, I realized that there was so much I didn’t get to document personally to remember the details from that day. But after seeing some of the shots, Jose had made me so happy to see how much he documented from the day! I highly recommend Jose :)
Anica C., 2 months ago
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Taylor Anne Neel Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves San Francisco, 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.

We got married almost a year ago at this point and we cannot begin to describe how great working with Taylor was. She was always SO on top of everything. She is incredibly prompt with her responses and was able to answer any questions we had. Scheduling with her was a breeze (even when the weather never cooperated with us & we had to reschedule engagement photos). She used many different photography styles (digital, film, etc.). Our photos & videos turned out BEAUTIFUL! She is truly an artist!!! We adore her timeless style and eye for the finest details. She captured our day exactly how we had envisioned. We will cherish these special photos for the rest of our lives and look forward to working with Taylor again in the future!
Mary & N., 7 months ago
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Kali G. Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves San Francisco, 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., 2 years ago
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Andria Lindquist 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,600
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

I don’t take myself too seriously. I like to have a good time. I spelI things how i want and I will never wait for a crosswalk. I prefer quality over quantity. Unless we’re talking about coffee, chocolate, wine, shopping, and deals…then i want quality and quantity. I’ve got a potty mouth and a good heart. I give so many fucks about what I do. The details, the experience and creating some real good imagery. I’m an artist and I want to create something beautiful for you.

Awarded Best of Zola
From a videographer’s perspective: we can only sing Andria’s praises. As a professional, as an artist, and as a person, she is of the highest caliber. We LOVE working with her because we know the flow will be smooth and our goals will sync for the benefit of our clients. The energy she exudes is infectious, making anyone around her at ease. When you hear the word "artist," think Andria. That's truly what she is and what she brings to every wedding. Hiring her is more than a worthy decision, not only for all she delivers to her clients, but for the seamless collaboration she offers other vendors. Don't let her pass you by!
Ryan and Alissa, 4 years ago
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Moira Grace Photography 

5.0

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

Hello Friends, my name is Moira and I'm a professional portrait and wedding photographer based in Raleigh, North Carolina although I'm available for travel and love meeting new people everywhere! I'm super passionate about what I do and love creating and capturing genuine, candid, and timeless moments. I'm there to capture the joy, laughter, beauty, and raw emotion of your wedding day. I love it when my couples are able to get comfortable enough with me to go with the flow and enjoy themselves.

Awarded Best of Zola
Moira is so fun to work with! She is attentive, thorough, and knows how to get the best shots! We loved all the poses she suggested and are in love with her style of photography!
Madison M., 2 years ago
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Sydney Shepherd Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

Hey girl hey! I'm a destination wedding and elopement photographer, based in Atlanta, GA! I'm a 24 year old dog mom to my boy, Gunner, an avid gluten-free baker, and New Girl & Jane The Virgin fanatic. I picked up a camera during college and never looked back. I've been a full-time wedding and elopement photographer since 2019. I am obsessed with weddings and genuinely love every day I've gotten to be a part of. I fell in love with travel at a young age and knew that I needed to use that passion to serve my couples. Now, I capture my couple's dream weddings and elopements all over the world and I couldn't be happier!

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Sydney has been with us through ALL of the pictures! She has done our engagement, wedding, my graduation pictures, AND our baby announcement and her work is absolutely FABULOUS! We trust her with absolutely anything photography related, and even the people in our bridal party that did not know Sydney (we have known her since high school) said she was so easy and natural to work with! She has clear communication about her services, very reliable timelines, great resources for everything from clothes to locations, and has a friendly yet professional demeanor that shows so much respect for what she is doing. We have and will trust Sydney with all of our life events!
Ashton & T., 2 years ago
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Kathleen Baker Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,997
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees
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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, 10 months ago
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Nichole Babiez Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Francisco, 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., 20 days ago
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Emilee Meador Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,295
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

I love a good love story. There’s nothing I enjoy more than photographing the kind of love that sets the soul on fire. Or capturing the excitement that comes from saying ‘yes’ to forever with your best friend. I’m empowered by the couples who are passionate about life but don’t take it too seriously. The ones who crave adventure and aren’t afraid to blaze their own trail. Who value connection and intentional conversation while making the time and space in their relationship to grow in love and as individuals.

There are not enough words to express how grateful we are that Emilee and Dan were a part of our wedding day. When searching for vendors to work with, my goal was to find people who would support a calm, grounded, flexible wedding day. With Emilee I hit the absolute jackpot. Her and Dan took the time to get to know us, to understand our values, personality and vision to collaborate on capturing a deeply personal experience. My husband and I are not fans of stiff, posed or inorganic photos on our wedding day, but instead wanted to capture who we are and our community. Emilee's approach did exactly that. She is flexible, willing to pivot at any moment and had amazing ideas from the start of our engagement shoot. Neither my husband and I are very comfortable being photographed and she immediately put us at ease. Emilee QUICKLY sent us 30 photos from our wedding as a sneak preview of our gallery and we instantly fell in love with every single one. We had so many friends reach out to us telling us how much they loved our photos and several people asked how they could reach Emilee for their own wedding day! We cannot wait to see our whole gallery. Please book Emilee you will not be disappointed!
Ellie P., 8 months ago
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Lizzie Baker Photo 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

Hi - I'm Lizzie! I am a story teller and professional hype woman who is dedicated to preserving your legacy through imagery. It is a privilege being trusted to photograph your wedding and it is not a responsibility that I accept lightly. I truly believe that the only things left after your wedding day are the photos and the marriage. Every couple has a unique story. I take the time to get to know my clients so that I can capture their wedding day in an honest and personalized way. I will work side-by-side with your wedding planner in order to create a custom, photo-friendly timeline that will ensure that my team captures every moment.

I spent a lot of time deliberating which photographer to choose. Lizzie Baker’s work really stood out. Her photography is truly a work of art and the passion comes across not only in her pictures but in how she engages with you end to end. Lizzie was one of my favorite vendors to work with and she truly made our wedding day better. We are delighted with how she captured our wedding, the scenery, and all the details and moments that you want to be able to look back on. Lizzie was always one step ahead of the program which was a huge benefit. She had great ideas for shots and her approach and personality kept us at ease during the planning process and throughout wedding day. Lizzie is not just an amazing photographer - she really is your hype woman, wedding day extraordinaire, and someone you will be happy to have at your side. People say you spend a significant amount of time with your photographer which proved to be true! We are so glad it was with Lizzie.
Rachel, 2 months ago
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Katie Griff Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves San Francisco, 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.

Katie was the best choice ever and the most amazing wedding photographer. We couldn't have asked for better wedding photos! She was so organized and energetic day-of - all of my family members commented how great she was to work with. She made everything run very smoothly. I was able to run a million questions by her ahead of time regarding the timeline and other details, she always made herself available and was super responsive. I am absolutely obsessed with our wedding photos, she did an amazing job and I can't thank her enough!
Katelyn P., 3 years ago
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Alice Tran Photography 

5.0

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

I am so Happy you are here! My name is Alice and I am a portrait and wedding photographer based in Northern Virginia - Maryland - Washington D.C. areas. To me, it has been a privilege to be able to connect with everyone that I had a chance to photograph. My goal is to capture those raw, honest, and authentic emotions so that twenty years from now, you can look back on these photos and still remember exactly how that moment felt. I hope we share the same goal and that I am the photographer you are looking for.

Hiring Alice as our wedding photographer was one of our best planning decisions we made! From our first call with her we knew she fit our personalities so well and would capture the emotions and colors of a traditional Indian wedding better than anyone else could. She was by my side every step of the way on the wedding day and truly made the day brighter with her smile and capturing my quirky personality! I cannot wait to work with her again.
Karishma T., 6 months ago
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Stay Golden Collective 

5.0

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

Hello there! We're Hannah & Michael! If you're looking for warm, joyful, true to life and authentically candid photos, you're in the right place. We capture genuine moments and joyful vibes for fun-loving, adventurous, and laid-back couples. Our heart is for you to be able to look back at your wedding photos years from now and be able to see and feel your unique love, your authentic selves, and be able to relive how your wedding day actually FELT. We’re pretty serious about documenting your love story but we’re also just a couple of kids at heart who love human connection and try not to take life too seriously.

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I am a Wedding Hairstylist & Makeup Artist. I had the pleasure of working with Hannah and her hubby when we had a Bride hire both of us for their Yosemite Elopement! Hannah was super kind, professional and very easy to work with. Her energy and personality was perfect for the 3am Sunrise session our Bride booked! The photos were SO awesome, seriously still some of my top favorites ever taken in Yosemite. I especially loved that she was able to catch some starry sky photos and encouraged The Bride / Groom to show off their personality with their Star wars accessories!
Susan Talamantes, 3 years ago
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Sufia Huq Portraits 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Francisco, 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.

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I cannot thank Sufia enough, for the beautiful photos that I will cherish for a lifetime. I was so nervous to take photos, as I hate having my photo taken at all, that I delayed it for so long. Now, I wish I hadn’t! I’m just seriously blown away, Sufia made me feel like a model! And she was able to capture the love we have for one another in every photo. Not only is she obviously gifted with a talent to really capture people at their most beautiful, but she is such a wonderful person to I have to say I can’t recommend Sufia Huq Portraits highly enough. She has photographed so many important milestones for my family but she truly rose above and beyond all of my expectations as a wedding photographer. I initially hired Sufia for my engagement photos but after seeing how perfect they turned out, I knew she was the only person I could trust with my wedding! On the day of my wedding it truly felt like everything was going wrong. It was raining. I got second degree burns on my chest from a steamer. I had vendors threatening to leave and the catering company stealing my food. The ONE thing that eased the stress of that day was my incredible photographer. Despite how stressed I was, Sufia managed to bring me back into the moment and to capture timeless portraits of my wedding day with my husband, closest friends, and family. When I look back through the photos of my wedding day (which I do often because I’m obsessed), I don’t think about all of the craziness. I think about those precious moments Sufia captured for me. Sufia was more than just a photographer that day. She was a cheerleader. She was a hype woman. She was a friend. She was more than just accommodating. She was flexible. She was dependable. She was KIND. Sufia is an amazing human being with an amazing talent. A wedding day is a huge deal. Sufia Huq Portraits will not disappoint in quality or in kindness.
Tamra and C., 3 years ago
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Diora Media, LLC 

5.0

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

My name is Giovanna (you can call me Gio!) and I'm a traveling wedding photographer based in North Carolina. I've photographed everywhere from the DMV, NYC, Colorado, Hawaii, Spain to tons of other locations. Having a background in photojournalism, I photograph with a documentary approach which allows an organic and authentic feel to shine through my images. If you value emotion, connection, and creative storytelling, then I'm your girl. I was born in the bustling city of NY and later moved to a horse farm in NC. I was constantly amazed by my ever changing environments and inspired to capture moments that would otherwise be lost in memory.

Gio is INSANELY talented. I’ve worked with her for several life events, the biggest and most important investment being our wedding. Gio is professional and organized, a dream for any bride to work with. She has a gift for making you comfortable in front of the camera and provides expert guidance that makes shooting with her feel effortless. Her passion for her craft is palpable, and you know it’s good when she turns the camera around and says “YOU HAVE TO SEE THIS!” Every album I’ve received is a breathtakingly beautiful, cinematic keepsake of the most special moments. Her work is literal ART. I’ll never forget the emotional experience of receiving our wedding album - we literally laughed and cried for hours. Every detail and moment is so intentionally and artfully captured. It’s been two years and I still swoon over our wedding photos. I’ve had several (also obsessed) friends inquire about our wedding photography and even book their weddings with Gio. She is easily one of the best investments I made for my wedding day and I can’t say enough positive things. As a repeat client, I so look forward to working with her again in the future. No question - book with Gio!
Rebekah W., 17 days ago
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Ninety Nine Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Francisco, 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.

Yadira did some photography here for a friend and she was very polite... took some very nice phots...kind hearted...professional attitude... and seemed very organized... I would recommend Ninety Nine Photography to anyone.
MaryAnn Arnold, 4 years ago
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The Carrs Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

We are the Carrs & Co Photography House: four rockstar photographers and a support team that specializes in providing a tailored and seamless client experience. Our work-family has developed over time, each member carefully selected based on their talent as a photographer, their passion for people, and their energetic personalities. Carrs & Co raises the bar and believes that your story, your journey, and your wedding deserve nothing less than our everything.

THE ABSOLUTE BEST, plain and simple. From the first meeting to the final product, this gem of a team captures the most gorgeous photos of your event that will bring your memories to life for years to come! They are the sweetest, most genuine people to work with too and quickly will become part of your family for life.
Danielle + T., 3 years ago
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Kie Thurman Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

Hi there!! I'm Kie, pronounced like pie. I've been a photographer of some sort for nearly a decade, but weddings didn't come into my life until 2020 (perfect timing!!), it's become my personality trait and I truly don't think I could love doing anything more than this. Some things about me: I prefer series over movies (Gossip Girl, The Office, Buffy TVS, How I Met Your Mother are some of my faves), I'm nothing if not a Paramore fan, I love cute and cheesy romance novels, and I think I am hilarious. I love being your #1 hype girl, joining the party at the reception, and making you comfortable on your big day :)

We will rave about our experience with Kie for the rest of our lives! She is an absolute angel and has exceeded every expectation we have! We booked Kie for our wedding and she did our engagement photos as well! Her work is pure art and absolutely breathtaking. She is one of the most talented photographers we have come across. Not only will her work be the photos of your dreams, but she is such a remarkable person to work with! Kie is so kind, fun, and outgoing, she is very personable and makes you feel comfortable being in front of a camera (like it’s not even there). One comment that my husband made after our first session with Kie for engagement photos, was that it felt like going on a date, we enjoyed ourselves so much, it was really fun and light-hearted. From the very beginning, she was nothing short of amazing! She is flexible with scheduling and was super willing to travel almost 5 states away to photograph our wedding! She was always on time and never skipped a beat! The one thing that we really looked for in a photographer was someone who captures the raw, pure moments, rather than being posed for every picture. Kie does exactly that, you can feel the life and soul in every picture she captures, her photos are better than your pinterest inspiration and will be the art on your wall you will cherish forever. We will definitely be using her for all of our future photography needs and we will definitely be recommending her to anyone and everyone. Thank you so much Kie! God has blessed you with an amazing gift and talent!
Erynn N., 2 days ago
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Jonathan Moore Photography 

5.0

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

My name is Jonathan Moore. I am a Los Angeles based wedding photographer and available worldwide. I'll get right to it: The very last thing I want is for you to think of your experience with me as a "photoshoot." I think that posed "prom" photos are totally lame and reflect absolutely nothing unique about you or your partner. After all, you are not actors pretending to be "in love," so why should your images reflect that? At the core, your images should ultimately remind you of why you fell in love in the first place. This is what we're celebrating!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jonathan was the photographer for our wedding and absolutely blew us away with his work. His photos are so gorgeous and perfectly captured the best weekend of our lives. We did a two-night wedding party on the Oregon coast, and Jonathan covered both days and both nights to make sure we had the perfect documentation of our weekend. He picked out the perfect spots for shots after the ceremony, and worked hard to get us in the best light filtering through the trees as we did a little post-ceremony hike in the rainforest. Jonathan also fit right in with our friends when he wasn't busy photographing, and our guests thought he was just one of our friends they hadn't met yet who happened to be a photographer. I would rate him 10/10 on technical photography skills and professionalism, and 11/10 as a person. Our cousin Levi, who has Down's Syndrome, attended and wanted to help photograph the wedding day. Not only was Jonathan fine with having another person photographing near him, he was giving Levi tips on how to position the subjects (us: bride and groom) in the best light and how to compose the shot, at the same time as he was doing his own shooting!! Those specific photos turned out to be magnificent and I will always remember what was going on behind the camera when I see them too. That was a really memorable moment for me and really illustrates what you can expect to get from Jonathan.
Robert & K., 2 years ago
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Whitney Sarah Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,398
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

We go through life traveling a small portion of the world and with 7.442 billion people on this planet you find many loves. But then you find the one person that sees you for you and loves you more because of who you are. You are so lucky to find your partner in life that you want to spend the rest of your life with! Now, you are looking for someone to capture that feeling of love you have for each other. A creative and emotive photographer that can connect you with the feeling you had on that day.

Whitney was the best for our wedding and I don’t even know how to recommend her enough. We are from Florida and planned our wedding in Montana from a distance. Her knowledge helped with our planning. Her shots were so stunning that all of my guests are still gushing to me about her. She was also just a fun person to have at our wedding! 100000/10 recommend.
Melissa W., 2 years ago
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Photography By Orlando 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Francisco, 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.

Orlando and his team were professional while still maintaining a good sense of humor that allowed us to feel relaxed and at ease. We did both photo and video and the pictures were breathtaking while our video captured the day beyond perfectly. Orlando was able to capture every angle and every photo I asked of him plus more. Not only was his work above and beyond but as a person he was a pleasure to work with. He is the best of the best and it shows through his work. Book him ASAP!!
Melanie & E., 4 years ago
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Love, Jackie Wedding Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

Hi I'm Jackie, and I literally love my job! I’m a New England-based photographer for the last 18 years. I have to admit though, I love taking this one woman show on the road and travel makes me the happiest. I have been lucky enough to shoot destination weddings in England, Iceland, and Alaska. I would describe my photography style as very laid back and natural. The little in between moments make for the best photos, and I’m not about capturing awkward prom poses and forced smiles. I want the real stuff - the stuff that’ll make you laugh till your cheeks hurt and will make your heart beat faster.

Jackie was the best to work with. I'm not huge on being photographed, but she was great at making us feel comfortable. She was also easy to get in touch with, responding to emails within a few days. I'm glad we did an engagement shoot to get to know her a little before the wedding day and help ease the photography anxiety. We got a handful of sneak peek shots a few weeks after the wedding, which was exciting, followed by the full set of photos a few weeks after that. The photos are beautiful and capture our day perfectly. I don't even remember seeing her at the ceremony I was so focused on everything else, but she captured it and all our emotions beautifully. She also was very good at getting through the portrait photos quickly, as I had a lot of family members to move around. Very happy to have worked with her.
Jody L., a year ago
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Ziggy Shoots 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

I, Zig Metzler, do solemnly swear to bring integrity and enthusiasm to your celebration. I promise to document you & your day with compassion, humor, and heart. — But what’s that?? You’re a road dog, you say? Getting married in a National Park? An abandoned mall? A remote mountain top chapel where Bear Grylls officiates? Bring it on! Whether your wedding is in your grandma’s backyard, a swanky hotel, or a canyon in Big Bend I’m there to create photographs that feel like classic *you*. It’s exciting to get to make images of such a special time in your lives— I want to help preserve those moments, and create something personal that endures.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ziggy is incredibly talented, her photos are organic and always seem to capture the perfect moment. If we had our choice we would work exclusively with her for every event. She is professional, prompt, and so easy to work with. We would recommend her to anyone.
Ben & A., 2 years ago
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Laura Christine Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,450
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

Hi, Friends! My name is Laura, I’ve been a photographer since 2009. Capturing true love stories is what brings the most meaning and happiness to my life! I love capturing real, candid moments! During your formal portraits, we’ll snap a few of the standard poses, but after that, I’m going to have you all up in your feels! Outside of your formal portraits, I’ll become a fly on the wall to capture the day exactly as it unfolds (and be your BFF/hype girl). My goal is to create an experience that feels like an adventure while also creating timeless photos that you will cherish forever! So what are you waiting for? Let’s make magic together!

Awarded Best of Zola
Laura Christine Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography needs. From the beginning, their communication was fast and helpful, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work was outstanding - they are true professionals who captured every special moment of our day with excellence. Laura went above and beyond to make our day even more memorable, always being on top of everything and making our guests feel comfortable. As an out-of-town couple, we couldn't have asked for a more genuine, fun, and talented photographer. The pictures are absolutely breathtaking, and we cannot recommend Laura Christine Photography enough.
Alyssa G., a month ago
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Zäni & Duwayne 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves San Francisco, CA for additional fees

Meet Zäni & Duwayne, a world-renowned photography duo (husband & wife). With over 15 years of photographic experience and a long list of destinations that we have traveled to throughout the world, they live to capture epic moments at weddings. With every image, you will feel every emotion that you felt in that moment, and instantly, you’ll remember the beautiful place that you so carefully chose to celebrate your love. Zani and Du Wayne is available to capture your dream wedding anywhere in the world.

From the moment we were introduced to Zäni & Duwayne, through a personal recommendation, it was ease from the beginning to the end with constant communication and attention to detail. They work as a symbiotic team with a client-first attitude and we had no issues from start to finish. Work ethic is incredible and on the day they set out to capture amazing moments and delivered everything quickly after the day. Highly recommend them.
S&S, 4 years ago

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About wedding photographers in San Francisco, CA

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

A San Francisco, CA wedding photographer ranges from $200 to $10,000 and averages at $3,000. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

95% of photographers in San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, 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?

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