The Best Wedding Photographers in San Marcos, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in San Marcos, CA

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Morgan Belieu Photography 

5.0

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

My name is Morgan Belieu (she/her), the owner and photographer here at Morgan Belieu Photography. I am photographer servicing both Seattle Washington & Phoenix Arizona; specializing in intimate couple sessions, small weddings & elopements, and portrait photography. But hey, don't let my current location or specialties prevent you from reaching out, I am always eager to travel and experience new places and people.

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Morgan took both our engagement and wedding photos and I’m in love with how both turned out! Not only do I love her editing style but she also made my vision come to life in photos! Can’t recommend Morgan enough!
Madalyn & R., 2 years ago
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Kelly Loss Photography 

5.0

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

Bring on all the joy, laughter, tears, letting go and holding close. I want to capture these connections, so that you can have photos to hold in your hand and remind you what it felt like the day you were married. You deserve to celebrate without feeling as if you are on a daylong photoshoot — I will help you to really live your wedding day. Let's live your life celebrations and let go of “supposed to do.” If you find yourself craving a wedding day experience that is more enjoying the day and less about all day posing, you are in the right spot.

Kelly was our wedding photographer and we couldn’t recommend her enough! She perfectly captured our wedding in her photos, and we really feel like we relive the day every time we look at them. She helped us think through what we wanted our photos to reflect, which made them all the more meaningful to us because they are true to our relationship. Her photography style is timeless, lively, and approachable. Kelly’s kind and down to earth nature really stands out in an otherwise daunting wedding industry.
Margaret, 13 days ago
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Fireside Sparrow Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,025
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

My name is Stephanie. Myself and my Husband Steve are Fireside Sparrow Photography. We lead with intention to create a gallery that is artfully authentic to your day because your wedding is unique and should reflect who you are. We do NOT offer video. We are boutique photographers that are for the clients and couples that value photography but also value being present in their day. Your wedding is not a day of photos, we come to take photos of your day. Every package is custom to each client as your experience with us is exclusive to you.

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Words cannot adequately describe how amazing, flawless, and special our experience was. From day one, Stephanie's professionalism, eye for detail, true love for photography, and desire to capture the essence of our love story was very clear. Although we are a bit further from Stephanie (eastern MA residents), she committed to coming to southern CT to meet us for our engagement shoot and then to central MA for our wedding. When we were surprised by a pop up thunderstorm right before our ceremony on the big day, Stephanie acted not just as our photographer but as a friend and helped us navigate the nerves and emotions of the change from outdoor to indoor ceremony. Her photos are exactly what we were looking for. When we view them, we are transported right back to that day, and every emotion, every hug, every sentimental moment is there for us to cherish. We HIGHLY recommend Stephanie and her beautiful photography and plan to work with her for many more years to come.
Liz G., 2 months ago
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Victoria V Photography 

5.0

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

Photography and videography for destination, elopements, and traditional weddings across the Northern Virginia and worldwide. My work focuses on capturing your day authentically so that you can relive your memories and feel the emotions you had in that exact moment.

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I mean WOW. We have gotten more compliments on our wedding photos than any other vendor or part of our wedding. We explained our vision to her (wildflower-themed, fun, colorful, candid vibes) and she blew away our expectations. From the very beginning, Victoria was a dream to work with. She was kind, hilarious, willing to work with our budget, and a very good communicator. I explained that my husband and I didn't really like to take photos so we would likely get burnt out quickly, and she was incredible at working in creative ways to still get beautiful photos but maximize our time actually being present and enjoying the time with our guests. She even found a field of flowers for us to take photos in without us even asking...it was something out of a dream!! Also, we had a very active first dance with lots of flips and tricks and the photos are PERFECT. She is hands down the best photographer I've ever seen for candids, action shots, and all the silly photos we could take. Her website and gallery (post-wedding) is very easy to access. Overall, we had an absolute BLAST with Victoria, and seriously made the best decision of our wedding planning process by booking her as our photographer. Like everyone tells you, do not skimp on your budget in this area. Plus, she is reasonably priced for the insane level of artistry she brings with her camera. Truly cannot recommend her enough!!!
Julia W., 3 months ago
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Alicia Frances Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Sophisticated and chic wedding photography for brides who desire an intentional balance between editorial, documentary, and classic imagery. Based in Detroit with a heart to travel. My mission is to tell your story authentically, leave you with images that stand the test of time, and capture truthful moments that express artfulness and joy.

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working with Alicia is an absolute dream! she has an unbelievable sense of style and really understood the vision I had for the day. She made the day feel so fun and captured it perfectly. We have gotten SO many compliments about our photos already. Not to mention her insane turn around time!! Getting sneak peaks while on your honeymoon was the absolute icing on the cake. I cannot recommend working with Alicia enough and will cherish these photos for the rest of our lives!
Paige R., a month ago
Tara Beth Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Tara Beth Photography is a place of inclusion, empathy, intimacy, and care. From the first email, I take care with my clients. Considering them all unique, and with that, their stories being unique. We talk about how you want to be captured, how your love should be captured. We go over insecurities, love stories, and anything else that may come up during our Zoom calls. I don't want to be just someone you hire. I want to be considered someone you trust, and enjoy to have around!

My wife and I had the pleasure of working with Tara Beth for our wedding in December 2022. We started following her instagram years prior and fell in love with how she captured every moment, from the guests to the couple. Not only were her photos amazing, but being a part of the LGBTQ community can feel daunting at times when reaching out to vendors, specifically for same-sex weddings. We had a few tough experiences with other vendors in regards to being a same-sex couple, but Tara Beth, as she is a part of the community, made it easy to feel comfortable and accepting. We contacted her and were met with a quick response. From the start, we knew she was the one. Her vibe and passion for love sold us! My wife and I were very nervous to take photos, but Tara Beth reassured us that she would walk us through everything - and she did just that. She talked us through our first look and it was an amazing experience. She also guided our party and family photos, which was super helpful as we were able to get our photos done ahead of schedule! We appreciate everything Tara Beth did for our special day and would recommend her 100 times over!
Natalie Montano N., 4 months ago
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Shipwrecked Creative 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hey there, I'm Chris! I'm not your average wedding photographer—I'm here to make sure your images make your heart skip a beat even years down the line. My goal? To capture your big day in a way that fills you with all the feels, every time you look at those photos. I'm all about having a blast and creating memories that will make you smile from ear to ear. Weddings are all about love, laughter, and those precious moments that take your breath away. And guess what? I'm on a mission to freeze those incredible, candid instants so you can relive them over and over again.

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Chris, Tyler, and everyone at Shipwrecked Creative are an absolute blessing to us! From day 1, Shipwrecked Creative has been an absolute pleasure to work with during our engagement and wedding! Chris and Tyler made everything so easy and so fun throughout the entire process! They are flexible, honest, and an absolute blast to work with, not to mention they do absolutely incredible, top notch work! We’ve loved every second of getting to know and work with Shipwrecked Creative, and we’re already trying to find ways to work with them again! We can’t say enough good things, and we cannot recommend Shipwrecked Creative highly enough!
Nathan S., a year ago
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Anj Photographer 

5.0

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

One of the most important aspects of a photo is the emotion it conveys. While I have years of training and experience, photographing love cannot be reduced to lighting and angles. ​ Well before your special day. I hear my client's love story. This helps me create eye-catching images that portray the kind of affection that is unique to each couple. I pride myself in being a storyteller-photographer.

My husband and I worked with Anj for our engagement photos in Spring 2023 and our wedding photography on September 30, and we are very happy with the results! Anj was kind, talented, affordable, and a pleasure to work with. We loved our engagement photos in Wissahickon Park. Anj spoke with us before both projects to get a sense of what we wanted, and she understood our desire for unpretentious, mostly candid, true-to-life yet elevated style in the photos. She was excellent in directing our families on the wedding day for posed family and bridal party photos in an unfamiliar location. Several of our family members told us afterward that they were impressed with her organization and clear directions she gave them. And she suggested we have a friend do a video of our first look while she photographed it, which was the best decision we made. The moment was intimate and we forgot she or anyone else was in the room. The pictures of this turned out so well too! She took pictures of me getting ready with my bridesmaids and was well-liked by everyone there including the hair stylists and my little niece. I was really nervous in the beginning of the day and she really helped me feel centered. And towards the end of the night, Anj even helped instruct us how to cut our wedding cake when we couldn't find a staff person at our venue to do so - while taking photos of us at the same time! To summarize, she gave us exactly what we wanted, was friendly and efficient, returned photos in very fast (about 4 weeks), and was very professional and calm. We highly recommend her wedding and engagement photography services!
Arthur and R., a year ago
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Hiba Eddine 

5.0

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

Hi! I’m photographer with a strong passion for documenting love stories. I believe in allowing the natural flow and emotions ofthe day unfold on its own; capturing real unscripted moments thatcelebrate the beauty of each couple's unique love story. My ability toblend into the background, while still effortlessly capturing everyimportant moment, ensures a genuine and organic representation ofyour wedding day.I fell in love with the artistic charm of film photography that bringsa unique and nostalgic quality to your photos. And by combining that with digital imagery, I create a collection of photographs that are both captivating and timeless.

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Hiba Eddine was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding photography. She has a warm and friendly personality that made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. Hiba captured countless special moments from our wedding day with an incredible eye for lighting and composition. The final photos are stunning works of art that we will treasure forever. We truly felt that Hiba cared about making our day perfect and capturing it flawlessly. Her flexibility to go with the flow of our event while still being extremely thorough in her coverage was so appreciated. I can't say enough wonderful things about Hiba's talent, professionalism and kindness. Any couple would be beyond lucky to have her photograph their special day. We're overjoyed with our photos and can't wait to display them proudly in our home.
Jaime R., a month ago
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Janelle & Co Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I'm Janelle Andersen, the owner and lead photographer of Janelle & Co Photography. With over 12 years and 150+ weddings of experience, I am an expert in Jackson Hole Wedding Photography and Grand Teton National Park Weddings. I also travel nationally for weddings, with an emphasis on west coast weddings in Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, Utah, and Wyoming. As your wedding and elopement photographer, it is my privilege to deliver gorgeous photos you will cherish for a lifetime.

Janelle was the perfect photographer for our elopement in Grand Teton National Park. She was absolutely so sweet to work with. We didn't want much for our elopement but we DID want awesome pictures that captured the moment to remember forever and damnnnn she delivered! She was even willing to shoot at 7 in the freaking morning for us because we're early birds, even after snow started sweeping in and taking over! Kind, professional, personable. Highly recommend
Lauren, 7 months ago
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Banker Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,550
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

**We are new to Zola but not new wedding photographers.** Banker Creative is a small business consisting of myself Joe, and my wife Ashley. We are a Husband + Wife Creative Team that specializes in documenting weddings. We call Ohio home, but we are grateful to have the opportunity to continue to capture weddings all over the country. So far we have worked in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Colorado, Utah, Virgina, West Virginia and Washington DC. We can't wait to visit more states and experience new places!

Joe and Ashley were easy to work with on our engagement and wedding photography. They had great attention to detail and gave great direction for each shot. We would hire them again and recommend them to anyone looking for a photographer.
Lauren S., 2 months ago
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Brookklyn Photo 

5.0

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

Howdy, I'm Brookklyn. I capture moments with intention for those that value true, soulful connections. I have no desire to shoot staged or unrealistic imagery as that doesn't make my soul sing. I'm here to go far beyond that. I'm for the small details. Every glance, every goosebump, every smile. I want to capture your legacy in a way that shows who you both truly are.

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Brookklyn was amazing! She made me and my fiancé feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Her work is breathtaking and i could not believe how good the sneak sneak peeks turned out. Her talent and range is truly impressive. Best engagement shoot ever and we loved her so much we booked again for our engagement party:)
Natalie, 4 months ago
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Dani Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi! I'm Dani. Are you ready for a fun, unique experience that speaks to the connection between two people or love within a family? Then look no further than me! As a Wisconsin-based {traveling} wedding and family photographer, I am passionate about joyfully capturing every moment of your special day and making sure that it tells the story of who you are. My goal is to create imagery that evokes emotion, captures raw moments, and ultimately reflects the unique love between two people or a family. I believe in creating beautiful memories that will last a lifetime. So if you’re ready to celebrate life and make memories, let’s get started!

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We cannot say enough good things about our experience with Dani Marie Photography! From the very beginning, she listened to our vision and truly understood the unique quirks that make our daughter and now son-in-law. Not only did she capture the essence of their relationship, but she also made sure to incorporate their children into the day, ensuring everyone felt included and special. Her kindness and attentiveness stood out. Throughout the entire day, she was with us, seamlessly blending into the flow of events while still making sure no moment went unnoticed. We felt completely at ease with her behind the lens, and it was clear that she genuinely cared about making our memories beautiful. If you're looking for a photographer who is not only talented but also patient, thoughtful, and dedicated to capturing the heart of your day, we highly recommend Dani Marie. She truly made our daughter's wedding day unforgettable!
Tasha, 2 months ago
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Northwest Hearts Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi! It's so nice to meet you! I live in Oregon with my two cats Clara & Leonardo and about a hundred tropical plants 😆🪴 I love exploring the Pacific Northwest, but I’ve also been able to travel throughout the states and overseas. I’m a huge national parks nerd, a sci-fi enthusiast, and a vintage collector with a serious thrifting addiction.

At the start of my photographer search, I chatted with several different companies to ask my questions. Naomi blew everyone else out of the water and I just clicked with her right away. And it only got better as the journey kept going. She stayed in touch as it got closer to our event date, she offered suggestions, and made sure I didn't need any additional help on the coordination side of things. Now... let's get to the best part, the photo shoot!! OH MY LAWDDDD the pictures came out more dreamy than I could have ever imagined. She has such a great eye for what a good shot will be, isn't afraid to get down and dirty (and maybe accidentally end up in a creek to get the shot), and knows the poses that, to you feel weird, but to the camera, look gorgeous!! Our photos look like they belong in a magazine. She is so talented!!! There's so much more I could say, and I feel like what I have said still just doesn't do her justice. She's the best. Don't go with anyone else!!
Alexis K., 3 months ago
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Poppy & Hive Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Poppy & Hive is the husband-and-wife team of Chris & Erinn Austin. Our roots are in California, and we now call Utah home. We've been capturing love all over the world since 2014, published in numerous wedding blogs and on the covers of wedding magazines. We are a family of five here in Utah, spending out time outdoors, exploring the national parks, hiking, and all the nature that Utah has to offer!

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Chris is great with communicating with my wife and i for poses for the pics. He is also receptive to my wife's suggestions on poses she would like. Chris is also great work with our 2 year old daughter, focusing on making her laugh and taking her pictures at the right moments. Backgrounds for our photoshoot are beautiful. Always a fun time and would work with photographers again.
Brandyn & J., a year ago
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Douglas R Hall Photography 

5.0

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

I am a wedding and elopement photographer based in Seattle, Washington. With over 5 years of shooting weddings in Southern California, I bring a creative, professional and relaxed approach to help treasure each moment on your special day.

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Douglas was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding on 08/17/24. Our original wedding photographer cancelled two weeks before our wedding, and a friend recommended we reach out to Doug. He was thankfully available and from the moment we reached out, he was so easy to communicate with - always quick to respond, extremely accommodating, and so easy-going. His work has been absolutely beautiful, he has an amazing understanding of light, composition, and framing with a lot of experience working with outdoor conditions that truly captured the essence of our special day. Doug fit right in with our wedding - he showed up early, stayed late, and somehow (while just following the standard schedule of the day) managed to get the most incredible true lighting and color in *all* of our photos - everything feels exactly like the day itself felt. We couldn't be happier with the results and would without a doubt recommend Douglas R Hall Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Emily H., 2 months ago
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Jeny Roc Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I love capturing the unseen, messy, and perfectly imperfect photos that you never even knew you wanted. I live for those emotive, raw, storytelling moments. I take a documentary approach to my work; My style is candid and my focus is authentic connection through my images. If I were to describe my style; VIBRANT | RICH | BOLD+COLORFUL.

Jeny is incredible. She has done my engagement, wedding and family photos. I don’t think I could go to anyone else to capture these special moments in time. We have 3 boys and she’s so good and patience with them. She captured the essence of our wedding perfectly. Her work is absolutely stunning. Thank you so much for everything!
Janyll R., 8 months ago
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Amandha Luiza Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi there! My name is Amandha, but you can call me your professional third-wheel. I’m a 26 y.o Brazilian Denver photographer who’s obsessed with capturing the most imperfect perfect moments of you and your love - especially on your big day - here or wherever you’d like to take me. I’ve been photographing love in all of it's shapes since I was 15y.o so I grew up loving people’s authenticity and their unique way of seeing life and showing themselves. Then I got in love with how amazing it is be able to tell all of their story with a still image. And that’s what I’m here for, tell your love story in the most unique and “you” way possible.

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Amandha is an awesome photographer!! She’s very sweet and creative. My girlfriend and I had so much fun in our session, and we absolutely LOVED the pictures!!! Amandha made us feel very comfortable in front of the camera, which helped us to get what we expected from this shoot: very natural, sweet and spontaneous pictures! I highly recommend her!!
Jacque & K., 3 years ago
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Dee & Cory Productions 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Our adventure together has been 11 years in the making. We met in art school, and were best friends. We started to make creative projects together, and became a couple after college. We got married in 2016. That year Dee & Cory Productions was born.We live in Salt Lake City, UT and love it here. Dee is originally from Utah and Cory is From Wyoming. We love movies, camping, and our pets, 2 little bunnies and reptiles.

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Dee and Cory Photographed our backyard wedding and the photos they took turned out stunning! All of our family and friends have been raving about how beautiful our pictures are! They were great to work with and so helpful in any area of the wedding they saw we needed help with, not just photography! They were also great at communicating with us! Thank you both so much for all your hard work!
Riley and C., 3 years ago
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HaloLens Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

CONGRATULATIONS! You just got engaged! :o I'm a firm believer in weddings being a blast, so I do what I can to make sure that your time spent with me is fun, active, natural, and feels like YOU! I'm also a firm believer in doing my part in making your wedding planning simpler for you, because let's face it wedding planning can be a bit overwhelming especially in the beginning. Also, weddings are stupid expensive and the moment you add the word "wedding" to anything the price jumps like 5x which is NOT COOL, and doesn't set couples up for success. So I try to keep my prices low. If you need help paying let me know!

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Nick was amazing. Captured every shot we had discussed and then some. Very nice and easy to work with. We were totally happy with his work even before we saw the pictures which were all we'd hoped for and more 20/10 would definitely work with again.
Marie, a year ago
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Victoria Bremner Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I'm a Las Vegas based professional wedding photographer, working with couples from all over the world, as well as a travelling wedding photographer. Along with adoring weddings, I'm a serious hockey fan, with silver hair, and a terribly awkward smile. When I’m not photographing people, I love photographing Lego Minifigs on location, Darth Vader being a favorite (and personal hero) but I like expanding my collection of character portraits. I have a wicked sense of humor, a weakness for Rom Com’s & Spanish red wine. In my personal time I work closely with a local dog rescue, as a foster home and photographer, helping find their furever homes.

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I had never been to Vegas before getting married there and Victoria eased all my wedding planning and photography fears! She is super knowledgeable about the area and recommend the perfect spot for our pre-ceremony pictures based on what we wanted. They turned out beautiful! She was also great at navigating some big or difficult personalities flawlessly the day of by staying calm and fun and keeping everything relaxing! We are obsessed with our pictures and I can’t recommend her enough.
Kimber + G., 3 years ago
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Camptography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

A Michigander living out her Colorado dream. I'm a sunrise chaser but will stay up to catch the sunset with my couples. Whether it's a small elopement and I'm the third wheel or running around capturing the special moments with you and 200 of your guests, I'm your girl, your friend and your photographer. Let's chat over a call or meet up for a drink and map out your dream day!

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Caitlin shot our elopement this August and was absolutely AMAZING to work with! She was super helpful with scouting locations since we came from out of state and had limited experience in the area of our ceremony, and she also gave us way more of her time than I anticipated which was amazing! My husband and I are pretty socially anxious but she made us feel so comfortable and relaxed, and was hugely helpful in making us feel less awkward in front of the camera. She had the perfect balance of being able to direct us for some beautiful posed photos, and also hanging back and capturing the candid moments throughout the day. She’s seriously such a sweet person and made our day SO much easier, and on top of that the photos are absolutely beautiful! 10/10 I would hire her a million times over and will recommend her to everyone I know!
Kelly G., 2 months ago
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Aesthetic Photo + Video 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Creating wonderful and unforgettable experiences and continuing to love everything about it. I've been shooting full time since 2007. Proficient in multiple genres of photography, videography and post-editing work. Throughout my journey, I have photographed everything from studio portraits to special events like birthday parties, family reunions, concerts and festivals. While I'm based in Las Vegas, I often travel throughout Southwestern US and capture weddings at many of its beautiful locations.

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We've hired Ivan to do a variety of corporate headshots. He is super responsive, professional and does a great job putting people at ease. Ivan explained the process of how to prepare for a photoshoot, what to wear and gave great directions throughout. He is by far the best photographer I've worked with!
Olga, a year ago
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Iris Rose Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $925
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi there! I’m Sara, the creative force behind Iris Rose. As a child, I loved to create - it was my favorite thing. Through years of navigating life’s challenges, I drifted away from my creative roots. In 2020, I picked up a camera and photography brought me back to that creative space, allowing me to capture something both beautiful and meaningful and I fell in love. When I’m being creative, I feel like my best self.

Sara with Iris Rose photography did a truly incredible job photographing our elopement, we couldn’t be happier. She took absolutely beautiful photos, delivered them according to schedule, was one of our witnesses, and gave great guidance to help us feel comfortable during photos. Not only that, but our elopement was up on our favorite hiking trail at sunset, so she did all that PLUS hiked up with all her gear, and hiked back down after the sun set. She went above and beyond- literally. Major props as well to her husband, Ryan, who helped, too! For gorgeous photos that take you straight back to your special moment, creativity, warmth, and a stellar experience- BOOK SARA! We can’t recommend her and her talents highly enough!!
Becca, 6 months ago
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Julia Jacobs Photo 

5.0

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

With a love of serving chic and down-to-earth couples and families, I founded Julia Jacobs Photo in 2021. I believe in capturing raw emotion and beautiful details to create a gorgeous, timeless gallery you'll love to look at 50 years from now

I’m a wedding vendor and worked with Julia and she was nothing short of amazing with our bride! She took time with the shots she wanted and made sure she got everything. Not only was she great to work with but the quality of her pictures just speak for themselves. If you’ve been debating with who to book for photos, just do yourself a favor and book her now!!
Grace Jamoua, 3 months ago
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Meg Slattery Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hey! I’m Meg, a Colorado-based wedding and elopement photographer. I am passionate about two things: building authentic relationships and creating a space for you to come as you are. 🫶 Think of me as your friendly neighborhood photographer whose been at the game for over 7 years – we’ll laugh, enjoy the present moment, and dive into your unique love story.

Meg was such a great photographer to work with during a winter wedding at our venue! She was creative with our space and was great at communicating with the bride and groom. She happily shared the photos with us after the wedding and they turned out so perfect! We hope she can shoot another wedding here again and highly recommend her services!
The Barn at Aspen Acres, 2 years ago
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Adelaide Street Photo + Film 

5.0

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

Based in the heart of Nashville and journeying with couples worldwide full-time since 2018, I specialize in crafting timeless, low-stress, editorial images and elevated, audio-centric cinematic wedding films. For the free-spirited and the adventurous, for the lovers of art and bold style, your dream wedding memories await. Everyone deserves to have their wedding captured with care, creativity, and kindness. I can't wait to create an amazing experience for you and your partner.

TLDR: she is talented, professional & kind very helpful as someone with limited mobility. Tessa & her team photographed & recorded my wedding last weekend, and they were a dream to work with. I am chronically ill & so I knew on my wedding day I could not be running around to different locations for photos, and Tessa was extremely mindful of that fact & made sure to work within the parameters of what was doable for me. I was worried my limited mobility would mean my photos would be a little boring, but she's already sent a handful of pictures over for a sneak peek & they are GORGEOUS. Tessa is a true professional but also someone who clearly loves what she does, which I think really shows in the quality of her work. Could not be more glad to have had her & her team document my special day! :)
Catherine, 2 months ago
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Ashly Arts Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Ashly Arts Photography is a professional wedding photography business servicing Arizona and beyond. Ashly loves capturing special moments that highlight your journey together. She strives to preserve memories of the happiest day of your life so you and your spouse can relive them for years to come. Ashly has been professionally photographing clients since 2017 and specializes in wedding and boudoir photography. Her passion for this art form has led her to destinations near and far to help her couples celebrate their love.

Awarded Best of Zola
THE HOLY GRAIL OF WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS. Truly the best experience and photographer I could have asked for. This young woman is highly artistic, professional, hard working, and goes above and beyond to ensure you have the best photos and session experience. She has taken my graduation photos, engagement photos, and now wedding photos. She offers great customizable package deals well worth your money. She asks all the right questions to ensure you get the photos you want. She arrives early, drives or travels to any lengths, and delivers her photos early. She makes you feel comfortable, brings out the natural candid side of you (and your man for those of you with shy and camera timid men like mine). She captures all the important moments during your event and offers a second shooter for extra coverage. I could not have asked for a better photographer or experience. What an artist.
Alexis k., 2 years ago
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KNZ Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,333
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I’m McKenzie, a photographer who embraces my couples who desire physical visual memories of their connection at any level, so you can have the stages of your relationship captured to look back on and remember all of the little things that feel so big; the way they brush your hair out of your face or beam at how beautiful you are, or even the smallest thing like a hand on your thigh. All of these things help you feel exactly how you felt in that moment. If you are here, you desire a photo gallery that makes you feel something.

Kenzie is such a natural at photography! She immediately shows her personality which is amazing & made us feel so comfortable! She also is such a versatile photographer that we can use for our family pictures, baby pictures and everything in between! Highly recommended KNZ!!
Becca, 9 months ago
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The Bergerons Photo & Films 

5.0

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

Weddings are kind of our thing. We are not just a number to you, so you are never seen as just a number to us. We strive to accomplish your vision and dedicate all that we have to ensure you are pleased with what create. In the end, these are your memories, we are just proud and honored to be able to share them with you. When you book us, you can expect our best efforts, for our best clients.

Awarded Best of Zola
Enchanted Weddings & Event Photo Film exceeded all my expectations! Ana's creativity is truly unmatched, and her work is nothing short of magical. From the moment we met her, her warm and inviting demeanor instantly put us at ease. Ana's passion for her craft shines through in every interaction, and her genuine enthusiasm made the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. Not only did she capture the most beautiful moments of the special day, but her kind and caring nature also made us feel like family. If you're looking for a photographer and filmmaker who will not only deliver stunning results but also make you feel valued and cherished, look no further than Ana. She's a true gem, and I can't recommend her enough!
Rae B., 8 months ago
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Endless Autumn Photography 

4.4

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

HELLO, I'M KIERA. Mom of three. Avid traveler. Tattoo enthusiast. Coffee addict. Always laughing. What do you do when you feel called to something, but don't know where to begin? Take a leap in crazy faith, and trust that you're right where He called you to be. Spending time behind the lens allows me to capture so many special memories, while also living in my purpose. I can't wait to have you become a part of this journey, and hope these are memories you will cherish for a lifetime. Let's make your 'remember when' moment.

Awarded Best of Zola
I can't recommend Endless Autumn Photography enough for wedding photography services. Kiera was a joy to work with from start to finish. Communication is so important when planning a wedding and she was always quick to respond to emails and phone calls, answering every question we had along the way. She has such a warm, friendly personality that put us instantly at ease on our big day. The photographs perfectly captured the love and joy we felt. Kiera has a true talent for composing romantic, artistic shots as well as fun candids. The collection as a whole tells the story of our wedding beautifully. When my dress needed to be bustled , Kiera jumped right in to help without hesitation. It's the little thoughtful touches like that which make her services such incredible value for money. I'm so thrilled to have these gorgeous images to treasure for a lifetime. Any couple would be lucky to have Kiera and Endless Autumn Photography there on their special day.
Alex M., 2 months ago
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Leslie Joy Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

A former wedding planner turned photographer, my eye for details comes second only to my heart for authentic moments of joy. With over a decade of experience in the wedding industry, it is my honor and my passion to create timeless imagery to tell your story. My mission is to preserve the memories of your wedding in the most extraordinary way.

Awarded Best of Zola
Having Leslie as our photographer was one of the best decisions my husband and I made for our wedding. Her great eye, understanding of light, and authentic desire to document love by means of photography has given us beautiful, quality images that we’ll cherish for years to come. She was awesome to collaborate with, as she took the time to get to know us as a couple and understand what details were important to us to capture. She worked with our wedding planner to ensure things would flow smoothly, including being cognizant of sticking to our timeline throughout our wedding day. She is professional and pleasant to work with, as she has a calm and friendly yet nonobtrusive demeanor that makes taking pictures with her easy (and our guests agreed as well). Choosing the right photographer is such an important wedding decision since photos are one of the few ways that valued memories are preserved, and we are so appreciative that we had Leslie as ours.
Camille, 3 years ago
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MoonTide Media 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Photography truly has a full grip on my soul– I love EVERYTHING about capturing special moments to be forever held in time! I consider my style to be way more candid, as I truly adore capturing an authentic experience that is almost tangible to the person viewing the photo. I want the viewer to feel the emotion and as if they were there with us right back in that moment. I love realness of a perfect candid shot…my goal—especially with couples—is to get to the heart of their connection and connect with my couples, as well, to truly make them feel comfortable in front of the lens so that we can get to those authentic magic shots!

Awarded Best of Zola
We had the pleasure of working with MoonTide Media for our wedding photography/videography. Shannon and Ally were an absolute joy to work with from start to finish. Their communication throughout the planning process was fantastic - they consistently kept us updated on travel plans and made sure we were all on the same page regarding the photography timeline. Most importantly, the quality of their work is stunning. We recently received a preview of some of our photos and were brought to tears by the beautiful images capturing our special day. Shannon and Ally have a true talent for capturing emotional moments without ever getting in the way. They were the hardest working team at our venue, going above and beyond to get every possible shot we could have imagined. We felt so comfortable with them that they even grabbed some extra candids of our wedding party that we had asked for with no issues. If you're looking for amazing photographers/videographers who produce breathtaking images while also making you feel at ease and comfortable on your wedding day, look no further than MoonTide Media.
Seth O., 2 months ago
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FindOrion Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Claire, of FindOrion Photography has been documenting Love Stories for artistically minded couples of all types, traditions, and backgrounds for over 15 years! Intimate Elopements, to Adventurous Destination Getaways, to Elegant Galas! Embracing your authentic style! Her unique approach draws on a background as both a fashion photographer & photojournalist…blending dreamy magazine style portrait sessions with candid documentary work to create stunning natural & romantic visuals that capture real people, real emotions & real stories. Published incl. Brides Magazine, Brides New York, NJ Bride, Modernly Wed, Offbeat Bride, & In Bliss.

We were thrilled to have FindOrion Photography as our wedding photographers. From the beginning, Claire and her team were prompt, friendly, and incredibly creative in their approach. They were professional, communicative, organized, and truly comforting to work with throughout the entire process. Claire was a huge part of our surprise wedding, and she totally understood the assignment, bringing our unique vision to life with us. She was so patient with our guests and worked seamlessly alongside us the entire time. The best moments of the day were perfectly captured, and we will cherish the amazing work they did for us on our wedding day. We would recommend FindOrion Photography to anyone looking for a friendly, professional, and extremely talented event photographer. 10/10!
Lauren B., 2 months ago
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BEN WAGNER PHOTOGRAPHY 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I am based out of Connecticut + New England but also travel for destination weddings. I am passionate about creating long lasting memories with my clients. I love to travel (15+ countries and counting!), discover new places and meet new people. Fun fact: I'm a french citizen that moved to the United States in 2016.

From the beginning, we were drawn to Ben's photography style. Once meeting him, the process was even better than we could have hoped for. Ben traveled the furthest he'd ever traveled for a wedding for us! He was incredibly friendly, kind, and fun to talk/work with. On our big day, Ben was relaxed and calm even when things seemed to get crazy, He listened to exactly what we wanted and found the best stops for pictures and our private vows. I HIGHLY recommend him for any event. Ben and his photography are amazing!!
Brian C., a month ago
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Datura Photo 

5.0

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

Hi! I’m Jules. I like to think of myself as an artistic storyteller. I love capturing LOVE and have been a professional photographer for 12+ years (don’t let the baby face fool you). I want to know what makes you & your partner tick. Every couple is different & I love making your photos feel like YOU. (& for you to feel super hot, obv.) I would love to share full galleries with you and would be HONORED to create art with you on your dreamiest day! Storytelling is why I do this day in and day out. We don’t do boring over here ;)

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved working with Jules! She’s upbeat and makes you feel so pretty when she takes your picture. She is also amazing at communicating and made the prettiest documents with our timeline and reminders. Thank you Jules!
Julia and C., 2 years ago
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Taj Photography 

5.0

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

As a working photographer, I have the wonderful opportunity to capture people, places and things at their best. I am blessed with the opportunity to be a part of special milestones in people’s lives – engagements, weddings, anniversaries, graduating seniors, and family portraits. Photography is a wonderful way for me to capture these key moments.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Andre was amazing from the first message to the final zoom video call before the wedding. If I needed anything he was there and responded within reason. If something arised he was quick to accommodate me. Not to mention pictures did not take long at all to get back to me and I am in total awe of the moments that were captured. I would 100% recommend taj photography.
Serena M., 2 years ago
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Laura Alexandra Photography 

4.4

  • Classic style
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

We are a family owned company that started in 2014. This was my dream and so I decided to name my company after my daughter "Laura Alexandra" since she was the reason for starting my company. We offer many different types of sessions but our passion is capturing love. From engagements to weddings we are there to capture every moment for everlasting memories.

So thankful for having this beautiful soul capture my special day not only did the photos come out gorgeous but she was so helpful with posing and fixing minor flaws. So talented, kind and friendly. She treats her clients as if they’re her own family and friends and does great with communication and keeping in touch. I booked her almost a year before my wedding date and we communicated almost weekly she’s great
Bianca, 3 months ago
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Klein Photography NW 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hello, my name is Katy, owner and operator of Klein Photography NW . I produce event, portrait, and creative photography. In order for you to look your best and love your images, I provide simple direction and clear communication throughout our time together. My style captures both classic and candid images so you can look back on your event with fondness and joy for years to come. Do you have ideas of your own? Let’s collaborate to create memorable images you will enjoy for the rest of your life. Photography can be so much fun. Let's get creative together!

Awarded Best of Zola
From start to finish Katy with Klein Photography helped to make the day run smooth and give us the photos of an event we will never forget. She did photos from getting ready (she even helped the bride with her makeup because she was melting), climbed up on tables, benches, playground equipment anything to get the shot. I was one of two bridesmaids in this wedding and she worked with bride on shot list, schedule, and helped keep and wrangle the wedding party to make it all happen! Very profession, kind, and fun! Highly recommend, she truly went above and beyond, and the final product was amazing! As sister of the groom, I was very protective of that day for my little brother and his beautiful bride!
Smith, 3 years ago
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Mayah Lee Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Chicago Photographer focused on providing the best experience and creating your vision for you! I strive to provide my clients with a comfortable and fun experience during their sessions; capturing the authentic and candid moments. My focus is on you, always. Please opt to contact me on my site, thank you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Mayah Lee Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding day. Our serendipitous meeting on an instagram contest kicked off an incredible professional relationship right from our engagement photoshoot.Mayah is warm, friendly, and professional. On our wedding day, she took the lead to ensure we captured all the key moments without the day feeling like just a photoshoot. Mayah's hard work, dreamy and moody editing style, and attention to detail resulted in photos that are simply perfect. We worked with her for three unique sessions, and she brought our vision to life in a way that exceeded our expectations. We cannot recommend Mayah Lee Photography enough - she was an integral part of making our special day so memorable.
Stephanie G., a month ago
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Dylan Kyle Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I've always had a love for color and light, and a passion for landscapes and people. Ever since highschool and into college photography was just something that, no pun intended, caught my eye. I've been shooting weddings for 6 years now and there's nothing Id rather be doing. I'm married to the love of my life Rachel, sandwiches are my favorite food and I love long walks on the beach. Seriously I do :)

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Dylan photographed our wedding at the Madonna Inn and did such a great job! We ended up with so many beautiful pictures that we could never decide which are our favorites and practically none of our friends were able to make it through the entire wedding album that we shared. He chatted with us in advance by phone, to go over all the details; and had plenty of good ideas for photo opportunities around the property on that day. Very happy with our choice to book Dylan on Zola!
Kyle K., 3 months ago
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Desert Luna Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hey there! My name is Maggie, and I am the Owner + Lead Photographer at Desert Luna Photography! I am 24 years old, and just had MY dream wedding myself! We had a small destination wedding in Arizona! I have taken photos with a camera since I was 10 years old - and have even won a few awards for one of my photos! I love the outdoors, chicken strips, being a plant momma, and creating magic through my lens! I am currently on year 5 of taking photos professionally, and on year 3 of being known as Desert Luna Photography!

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INCREDIBLE! That is the word that comes to mind when I think of Desert Luna and what Maggie offers her clients. Maggie is exceptionally talented and does a fantastic job capturing that special moment in your life! She is extremely kind and her passion for photography shines through in each and every photo. I HIGHLY recommend Desert Luna for your big day!
Matt Baer, 2 years ago
Wide Eyed Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Ashley (she/they), owner of Wide Eyed Studios, is a Philadelphia-based luxury wedding photographer. She specializes in engagement shoots, boudoir, rehearsal dinner coverage, elopement, local and travel weddings, as well as day after portrait sessions. WES offers versatile packages & pricing; reach out and speak with Ashley about your needs.

Ashley is the BEST!! She did my wife and I’s engagement and wedding photographs. They are the best photos we’ve ever had taken of us. Every single photo of us is so raw but perfect and showcases our love in a way I had never seen captured! She also did my parents wedding photos and they are even more amazing(which I didn’t think was possible). I have seen some one off photos over the years kind of capturing the love my parents had (they had been together my entire life and then some aka 38 years before their wedding in 06/24). But every photo Ashley had taken that night managed to capture a glimpse of love that was so fleeting in the captured moments we had! I have no idea how she managed to capture that in every shot but she has a truly magical vision that can do that. It’s the only thing I can come up with! you will never regret booking with Ashley and you deserve to see all the emotions she can capture!
Sammy H., 3 months ago

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About wedding photographers in San Marcos, CA

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

A San Marcos, CA wedding photographer ranges from $185 to $20,000 and averages at $2,800. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

93% of photographers in San Marcos, 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 Marcos, 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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