The Best Wedding Photographers in San Marcos, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in San Marcos, CA

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Justin McCallum Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Hi! I’m Justin (he/him) and I’m here to affirm your love, make you feel like a fucking rockstar, and dance like a total fool. Oh, and take so many gorgeous photos of y’all. Obvs. My style blends both documentary photojournalism and fine art photography: coaching folks who are shy in front of the camera, then stepping back to capture authentic moments uninterrupted. I’ve been lucky enough to have my work published by A Practical Wedding, The New York Times, GLAMOUR, People Magazine and many other fabulous outlets. I'm a stereotypical Capricorn that loves drag shows, campy horror films, every dog I meet, and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.

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Justin is a fantastic photographer, but more importantly, he's really fun to work with. He's expert at posing and making his subjects feel fantastic! I'm a fellow wedding photographer and have worked with him on numerous occasions; he also took my maternity photos when I was 41 weeks pregnant - and made me feel beautiful!
Amber M., 3 years ago
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Drzazga Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

We're husband and wife destination wedding and elopement photographers and videographers based in Cleveland, Ohio, traveling as much as possible. We’re here to be your photographic memory, capturing you honestly and naturally so you can give your attention to the people and moments that matter most. We want you to have stunning images and the best day of your life and we do everything in our power to deliver both.

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Carly and Kasey were easily the best part of our wedding - outside of getting married, of course! Nearly 3 years after our wedding, I cannot begin to express how grateful I am that we had such talented photographers to create beautiful reminders of our special day. Extremely talented and easy to work with!
Megan C., 4 years ago
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Deanna Delgado Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

In 2020, I took a leap and left my 9-to-5 job to pursue my passion for photography full-time. Now, as a dedicated wedding and lifestyle photographer, I’m thrilled to capture the special moments that mean the most to you. I take pride in delivering high-quality photos and genuinely enjoy being part of your big day. Based in Aptos, I also serve the surrounding areas of the Monterey Bay region, and I’m always ready to travel wherever your love story takes us!

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Deanna Delgado Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, Deanna was ON TOP OF IT - her communication was excellent, and she was always quick to respond to our questions and requests. On the day of the wedding, she was the sweetest and listened to everything I asked for. Deanna was so patient and clear in her directions, and her work is just out of this world. She has a magical eye for pictures and truly made them come alive. Book with Deanna - she will make your day fun with no stress, and will capture everything you need and beyond!
Ciera A., a month ago
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Sophia Osborne Photography 

5.0

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

Hi, I'm Sophia, a 27-year-old wedding photographer based just outside DC in NoVA. Capturing love stories through my lens is not just a job but a profound joy that I cherish with every wedding I photograph. It's been six years and I've photographed close to 100 weddings which seems unreal! The photography gene runs in my family, my great-grandfather had his own photography studio in Panama and from there, knowledge of photography was passed down through the generations of my family to me. I believe in always having fun and prioritizing an stress-free lifestyle which translates into my photography style — vibrant, authentic, and joyful.

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We were thrilled with Sophia Osborne Photography for our wedding photos. Sophia was extremely professional in all of our communications leading up to the big day - she was organized, responsive, and helped us feel at ease. On the wedding day, she captured so many beautiful candid moments with her vibrant, creative style. The colors and lighting in both our portraits and reception photos are gorgeous and realistic. We were so excited when we got our sneak peek photos - they perfectly capture the joy and love from our special day. We can't wait to receive the full photo package and relive more memories.
Miranda F., 7 months ago
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RIVELLE MEDIA 

5.0

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

Rivelle Media is a photography and videography company based in Los Angeles. Every couple, with their distinctive love story, transforms into a canvas where we paint with the play of light and shadow. It extends beyond the grandeur of photographing pivotal moments like vows, rings, and the first dance; it encompasses the art of capturing nuanced glances, shared laughter, and the silent connection that elevates an ordinary day into an extraordinary celebration of love. Published in Vogue, Vanity Fair, Tatler.

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We are incredibly grateful Xenia was our engagement/wedding photographer and couldn't be happier with the results! The photos will speak to her technical talent; her professionalism and dedication to her craft are evident in every shot. It was so hard for me to only select 6 photos. What the images don't explicitly show is that Xenia was an absolute joy to work with. She is clear, transparent, and helpful in her communication. Her straightforward and friendly communication ensured we were always on the same page and felt supported throughout the process. While shooting, she is organized and efficient. We got every shot we hoped for and then some. Her enthusiasm and joy were infectious. She made these two awkward nerds feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. We cannot recommend Xenia enough! We will cherish the photos you took forever!
Steph C., 6 months ago
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Adam Levinstein Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Modern. Timeless. Different. Adam Levinstein Photography is a wedding studio based in Orange County with a passion for timeless storytelling. Founded in 2014, Adam has continued to photograph over 50 weddings per year, capturing special moments for each unique couple! Our goal is to photograph your day’s special moments, personalities, and love story all while allowing you to fully be present and in the moment.

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we loved our wedding photos, wonderful candid shots and Tyler has a great energy that made photography smooth on our special day. We are very happy with our photos! Business has great communication as well. Definitely recommend!!
Kinzie K., 3 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

We are team of traveling wedding photographers and videographers. For 2024, we have 120+ weddings booked in 34 different states. Our shooting style is photojournalistic, natural, CINEMATIC to traditional. Our editing and style depends. Very easygoing and flexible depending on the client's preference. Our team is dedicated in delivering memories.

Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film was an excellent choice for our wedding photography. Their communication throughout the process was thorough, quick, and easy, which put us at ease leading up to the big day. The quality of their work was truly outstanding - their youthful and creative style captured all the special moments of our wedding day in a beautiful and unique way. We are thrilled with the final photos and can't recommend Ledd Lens enough to any couple looking for talented, professional photographers who will deliver exceptional results.
Alexis C., 3 months ago
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Bree Lea Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves San Marcos, CA
  • Offer

I am one of those people who just LOVE weddings. Specifically I love capturing the happiest moments for my couples and being able to make beautiful moments for my brides to look back on. I want the bride to have photos where she feels beautiful, confident, and timeless. My main markets are Columbus Ohio, Palm Springs, California, Hawaii, and Florida, BUT I LOVE and am willing to travel farther. I’m not one of those photographers who just decided one day to pick a camera up and just start doing weddings, Photography has been my entire life, this is my 15th year capturing wedding experiences for my brides. I love telling your authentic story.

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SPEECHLESS!! is really all I can say! Bree did an amazing job with our engagement and wedding photos. I truly couldn’t be happier with how they all turned out! From the very beginning when I came across her page I just knew she was the photographer for me. The detail in her work is truly something special. From the time we met she was more than respectful, friendly and filled with great energy. She is very professional and knowledgeable in her work. She communicated with me throughout the entire time leading up to the wedding and was very helpful with the wedding details and timelines. I knew I had no worries in this department. All of my family and friends can’t stop talking about our wedding photos. She knocked it out of the park! I can’t thank her enough for all of the work she did! A true pleasure to work with! If you’re wanting amazing photos don’t hesitate to book with Bree Lea Photography! You won’t regret it!
Tori E., 5 months ago
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Love Knot Photography 

5.0

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

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

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Isaac came recommended from a friend who did their engagement and wedding photos with him. We were also fortunate to have done our proposal, engagement and wedding photos with Isaac! He is so professional and comfortable to be around. My husband and I dont usually like to take photos, because we are self conscious, but Isaac took care of us. I am so grateful we came across LoveKnot and will always highly recommend them for anyone's special occasion.
Purva and S., 5 days ago
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Hopkins Co 

5.0

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

We are a wedding + elopement duo serving the Nashville area + some other special places that make us happy. We can’t wait to meet you! We started capturing weddings through covid when we were stuck at home and needed to find some way to be creative. Savannah went to school for videography and Jon is an OG drummer turned videographer that has really enjoyed getting to create. If we aren’t celebrating you and your love story, you can find us at the beach, probably eating some yummy food, and missing our fluff ball kitty at home. We are so easy going and love to be spontaneous with our plans.

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Savannah and Jon from Hopkins Co. did such a great job with our engagement and wedding photos! We are so excited to see the rest of the pictures and the video - they are a fantastic team that produces high-quality work. They kept us on task and worked well with our chaos, always there capturing the special and fun moments. We highly recommend Hopkins Co. for their professionalism, creativity, and ability to make our day even more special.
Ashton M., 2 months ago
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Gemini Sun Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Gemini Sun Creative is an intimate wedding and elopement photographer serving Northern California, NYC, Upstate NY & Philadelphia. Owner, Daniela Monzi, specializes in elopement and intimate wedding photography. With each couple she works with, she strives to show off the unique traits of their love story in every photo. Her passion for her work is most deeply connected to the process of telling people’s stories through photographs. Most of Daniela's work centers around the human experience, our shared existence, and the quest for revealing the truest form of each person that she documents.

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Our day with Dani was like a dream come true. When my fiancé proposed in the breathtaking Lake Garda, I was completely swept off my feet. Dani’s talent shone through in every shot—each photo was a stunning capture of our joy and the beauty of the day. I found myself in tears looking through them, so perfectly did they convey our emotions. Dani had this incredible knack for giving just the right amount of direction while letting everything feel so natural and candid. It was amazing how she made us feel at ease, despite the excitement, and her presence made the whole experience flow effortlessly. Dani's warmth and skill turned what could have been a whirlwind day into a series of perfectly captured moments. I can’t recommend her enough to couples who want not just gorgeous photos but a truly heartfelt and memorable experience.
Natalie C., 5 months ago
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Oury Memories 

4.8

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

I have been a photographer for 8 years. Throughout my time as a photographer I’ve captured clothing, models, and memories. I shifted from corporate shootings to families and weddings because it gave me this warm fuzzy feeling when I edited my couples and families photos. Don’t be afraid to reach out to me and ask about my photography style, my editing style, or my favorite restaurant! I highly recommend scheduling a free consulting session!

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I would absolutely recommend grace and oury memories. She was so responsive and organized with making sure we got all the perfect shots. She also was extremely patient when it came to our kids and knew how important they were to be in some shots as well. She kept everything running smoothly and I appreciate that so much. We are so excited to see our photos and have no doubt that they will be so beautiful. Thank you cso much for helping to make our day so wonderful!!
Amy and K., 3 months ago
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CH Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

CH Photography is a wedding photography company based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Having picked up his first camera over nine years ago; owner Chris Benavides turned his hobby into an abiding passion. It's changed the way he sees the world, instilled an embrace with the beauty around him, and inspired him to convert the ordinary into magic. Allow Chris and his team at CH Photography create a wedding collection you will love.

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Chris Benavidez deserves a perfect five star rating - and deserves all the five star reviews he has received in the past and will receive in the future. Wedding photos are forever, and it's impressive how a one second press of the shutter can lead to a photo which expresses a lifetime of love, memories, celebration, and laughter. Chris makes sure to capture those moments. He is responsive, attentive, detail oriented, timely, and most of all, charismatic. He has an amazing personality and really wants what's best for the couple, and I believe that is expressed in the photos he creates. He will shoot in any location you wish, will take any angle of shot that you wish, and will make sure you are happy with the end result. And trust me, you will be! You know how you always look at your grandparents wedding photos or your parents' wedding photos, or even a friends wedding photos and say "wow thats a good picture"? You will get a thousand of those good pictures with Chris. He will create a set of photos that perfectly captures your special day, and you shouldn't look elsewhere for a photographer. Oh! And he gets on the dance floor with the couple to capture those great moments where everyone is celebrating your love haha! Choose CH Photography and don't think twice about it. He is incredible. Thank you Chris!! - The Dions
Nicholas and J., 6 months ago
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Jesse Madison Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,695
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

We are an award winning husband and wife team that captures photo and video in a way that is beautiful, authentic and timeless. We are the type of people who have fun with our couples but also arrive 15 min early to each event to review the space and prepare for shooting. Many brides want stunning photography but do not want to be constantly over posed. That is where we shine as we subtly direct you through natural poses and provide subtle tips on how to get more flattering looks. Your photos will look absolutely stunning with special attention to softening your skin tones that make your photos stand out in a way only a true professional can.

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Jesse gave us a great price for our engagement photos, as well as our wedding pictures and video. They were all very professional and fun to work with. We loved the pictures as well as the videos we received. He would respond our texts very quickly, he also was very quick to deliver both the pictures and the videos. We decided to print some of our guests pictures and send them back alongside the thank you cards, and everyone loved them! 10/10 recommended.
Isabella, 5 months ago
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Aladdin Films 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Why do newlyweds choose us? 1) No tax 2) No travel fees in the SoCal 3) You can pay with a credit card and you can make the final payment on the day of the event. And, you have an option to choose a monthly payment plan for your convenience! 4) Our company is insured and we provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI). 5) Exclusive referral program - “$100 FOR YOU, $100 FOR YOUR FRIEND” 6) You’ll get the best quality photo and video products in California from a company that can confidently compete with the nation's top studios. Having international awards in our industry, we hold courses and master classes for photographers and videographers.

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Aladdin films will make a lasting impression on you. They were referred to me by my mother's friend, and the way she described their approach to the shooting and customer service was just wow. My experience was no different, even better I would say. The first thing we noticed was that both photographer and videographer arrived earlier, so they would get enough footage for getting ready photos. The photographer was very professional, he would always point out if we posed in the wrong way, and there was no awkwardness when he took pictures of us. He would always lead us to where the best location to shoot, and which pose is the best. If I had ideas for a picture I would like to have, he would understand me and take the exact picture I wanted! The Videographer was very creative, he used wireless microphones to capture our voices when we were reading our letters to each other prior to the ceremony, and our wows during the ceremony. In the final video, we could hear our voices so clearly, as if we were recorded in a studio. Both of them decided to capture our wedding day as it was, we weren't bothered with extra posing that we did not need, and everything went flawlessly. And the end result was … I can’t express it other than IDEAL. We watched the video with our best man and maid of honor, we were all speechless! Aladdin Films filmed and edited our video in a way that I felt the whole spectrum of emotions that I felt that day. It’s unbelievable. The only advice I want to give to couples that are thinking of ordering their service is to reach out to them ASAP since your date may not be available anymore. We recommended them to my sister and 4 other friends and siblings that will marry this year and the next year. We’re looking forward to meeting you at my sister’s wedding!
Kristy W., a year ago
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Joy Photo and Video 

4.9

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

Joy Photo and Video provides Wedding Photography and Videography to couples throughout the US. Our photographers and videographers are carefully selected based on our high standards of personality/character, style/quality, gear/equipment, and professionalism. We look forward to meeting and working with you!

Joy Photo and Video were wonderful to work with throughout the entire wedding process. Their communication was excellent and they were always on time for our meetings and the wedding day. The quality of their work was amazing - they captured every detail of our special day in an outstanding way. They were so attentive and made sure to get all the shots we wanted. Joy Photo and Video were truly wonderful and we are thrilled with the beautiful photos and videos they provided to help us remember our wedding forever.
Rubid J., 10 days ago
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Weddings by Katherine Marchand 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

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

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

5.0

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

HEY! I'M ASHLEY! Aka, Your Professional third wheel! I am so happy you dropped by! I am a uber bubbly, warm hearted, person who loves to order 3 drinks at Dutch Bros and say its for other people but really its just for me. When I am not spending my lifes savings at Dutch Bros, I am professionally following peeps in love and photographing their stories. I am a lover of true crime and murder podcasts! (But I mean who isnt! I just cant help it!) FUN FACT: I speak switzerdütsch, aka a German slang. My mom is originally from Switzerland and my dad from Jamaica, so you know I am always hungry for adventures (and new places to binge eat at).

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Hiring Ashley was easily one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. She’s bubbly, kind, and makes you feel like you’ve been friends forever. The day of our wedding went by so fast, but every single image she captured brings me back in an instant. She not only captured our love story, but captured our friends and family beautifully. Every silly moment, tender exchange and happy tear was published in our gallery — and for that, I am forever grateful. THANK YOU Ashley & Meredith, our wedding day was all the more special with your talent!
Alyssa K., 4 months ago
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Holly Castillo Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,650
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

I'm a CA based and travel wedding photographer. I've photographed almost 200 weddings, and every single one goes by so quickly. I love my job because even though the day goes by fast, I get to find and capture those small moments, sometimes just a fraction of a second long, so they can be relived over and over in photographs. I have a photojournalistic and editorial style, plus 9 years of wedding experience under my belt, so trust me that I've got it while you are able to fully enjoy your day and be present.

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This has taken me a little while to get to writing as after wedding day life has been a little chaotic but wanted to express praise where it was well deserved. Holly exceeded my husband and I's expectations as our photographer on our wedding day. Not only was she extremely professional, but she was kind, personable and very helpful. The photos ended up coming out GORGEOUS! We just could not be happier with her and are definitely going to be recommending her to anyone seeking a photographer.
Chelsea H., 3 months ago
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Fatima Elreda Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,600
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

I'm a digital and film Wedding Photographer in Los Angeles, CA. I'm trilingual and multicultural -- and it's my favorite thing about me. I will travel Southern California for your love story, from San Diego to LA, to Santa Barbara. My style is documentary and photojournalistic with a bit of an editorial and creative charm. I do not bend and sway with the trends of the current day, instead I focus on your unique wedding day to capture timeless imagery. As the moments unfold before me, I will help tell your story. I want you to look back on your images and be able to still feel the emotions within them for decades to come, truly.

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My husband and I feel incredibly lucky to have found Fatima as our photographer. When I started my search, I knew I wanted someone who could capture timeless moments, had a passionate and personal documentary style, and she absolutely delivered. From our very first conversation, I knew she was the one for us. Fatima is not only incredibly talented, but she’s also kind, caring, and so professional. She has an amazing eye for what works, and we trusted her completely. Our engagement and wedding photos are an absolute dream—beyond anything I could have imagined. We continue to receive endless compliments on them, and we always rave about Fatima’s work. If you’re considering Fatima, just do it—you won’t regret it! 3
Raquel, 3 months ago
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Amative Creative 

4.9

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Hello there! I'm Andrea, owner of Amative Creative, and every weekend we're so blessed to be able to tell the love stories of so many amazing couples. Like many others in this industry might say, we simply adore weddings. But what makes us a little different is our entire brand is centered around telling love stories specifically curated to reflect your vision and aesthetic. "Amative" means to be prone to love, so as you can see, we want nothing more than to tell your love story! But what makes us truly unique is that we understand every love story looks different. And we personalize every aspect of how we document your wedding day!

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Amative Creative did our wedding and the preview pictures are PERFECT. I am so happy I booked them! The vibe is everything I wanted, and they were super responsive the entire time!! 1000000% recommend!
Jayla G., 4 months ago
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Fox & Fig Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Hello lovely! Let me introduce myself—I’m Sarah. Welcome to my little creative space—I hope you love it here & make yourself at home. My goal as your photographer is to put you at ease and therefore be able to capture your moments authentically and beautifully. As a film and digital photographer ("hybrid" if you will!), I take a big step back to capture your memories with intention, love, and honesty - my promise to you, is to treat your day as if it were my own. Film is my favorite medium to capture wedding days on, as I feel it brings back a level of authenticity, imperfection, and refined elegance that is irreplaceable.

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Fox & Fig Photography is absolutely amazing! From the first time you meet Sarah, you can tell how much she cares about each of her clients. She goes above and beyond to get the shots that you want (including waking up at 3:30am to do a sunrise engagement shoot). Sarah also helped with the day of timeline and discussed the exact photos we wanted. On our wedding day, Sarah and her second shooter captured every detail our day and we cherish all of these memories. We are obsessed with our photos and Sarah as she handles herself with professionalism, grace, detailed, and fun. Hire Fox & Fig Photography and you will have ZERO regrets
Caitlin + S., 4 years ago
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Soda Fountain Photo 

4.9

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

I’m Mysi (pronounced, boringly, “Missy”)! I’ve been at this thing for 12 years and I keep falling more and more in love with it all. Give me intimate micro-weddings, quirky dive bar weddings, raucous South Asian weddings... my team and I absolutely thrive in chaos and emotion. My specialty is catching the moments and those tiny moments in between. ✨✨✨

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Mysi was hired as a photographer for a wedding that I planned. She was very professional, kind, personable, warm, and VERY easy to work with - leading up to the special day of the wedding. She didn't need hand holding at all on the busy day and was a vendor I did not have to worry about at all. And I do not say that for every vendor. She was very communicative with me, understood the wedding timeline, and was very flexible (which, from a planner's point of view, is very important, as not all vendors do that)! She's one of my favorite vendors I have ever worked with and I highly recommend! - Trang, Wedding Planner at Weddings By Trang
Trang, a year ago
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Hey Honey Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Hi! I'm Anna the founder and senior photographer of Hey Honey Photography. I am a Texas-born, California girl at heart. I reside in the San Francisco Bay Area, and have a team of talented wedding photographers with a passion for capturing your life’s biggest moments and all your candid in betweens. Choosing a wedding photographer is more than just hiring someone with a camera to document your day. They should be someone who inspires you, helps ease wedding day jitters, and is your biggest fan, empowering you to be in the moment, while capturing what you want to remember forever, with creativity, boldness, and authenticity.

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From the moment we started planning our wedding, Anna and the team at Hey Honey Photography were an absolute joy to work with. She was an excellent communicator even through COVID and our wedding date shifting multiple times. We could not be happier with our wedding photos, we are absolutely obsessed! All of our images came out so beautiful, Anna captured the day even better than we imagined. She not only photographed every detail, she also surprised us with a very sweet card and a sneak peek of our photos with some beautiful polaroids she took that brought us to tears. We absolutely loved working with Anna, she was very professional, sweet, and her work is amazing. We also used her services for our engagement photos and they came out beautifully as well. We highly recommend Hey Honey Photography!
Cory R., a month ago
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True Light Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

My role isn't just about capturing stunning images; it's about being your anchor, guiding you through the whirlwind of emotions and joy that comes with your special day. I specialize in capturing both the poised elegance and authentic moments, all while harnessing the natural light that defines my business name. Whether your wedding is a lavish affair or an intimate elopement, I'm equipped to handle it all. From climbing mountains for the perfect shot to capturing the charm of a luxurious venue, I'm dedicated to turning your vision into reality.

So, so thankful we went with Calea as our wedding photographer. She was the first person we interviewed and the last. As soon as we spoke with her I knew it was going to be a perfect fit. She’s professional, she’s fun, she’s knowledgeable, she’s helpful, and absolutely amazing at what she does. I am incredibly happy with the way our photos turned out and how she captured our day. She showed up to our wedding a half hour earlier than her scheduled time to make sure she was all situated and familiar with the venue and made sure we stayed on track with all the photos we wanted to get throughout the night. She was such a positive part of our day and meshed perfectly with our families and friends. We had so many people at our wedding compliment the photographer and her presence at our wedding. She flew under the radar while capturing crucial moments and interacted with our guests and family when needed. She made it fun! She laughed, she cried, and she truly felt like family while she was there with us. Her passion for her work is clear and she truly gets to know the style and vibe of her clients! Thank you Calea, we will always look back on our photos with such love and joy in our hearts thanks to you!!!
Alyssa B., 5 months ago
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Stephen Tang Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,100
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

While some photographers emphasize their gear or trendy post-processing, I take pride in subject-photographer interaction - the relation I build with clients, picking up on nuances in pose and expression while we shoot, anticipating the viewers' response - because ultimately, that's how photographs that matter to us are created. I'm a native New Yorker who found myself relocating to Los Angeles and making it my home. Wherever you'd like to have your wedding, it would be my pleasure to be your photographer.

Awarded Best of Zola
To say that I love and trust Stephen's work is an understatement. I live in New York City with some of the most talented photographers in the world available for hire, and my first choice wedding photographer was to fly Stephen Tang to NYC from Los Angeles. I wouldn’t trust or want anyone else for the job of capturing our wedding. We have worked with Stephen before, and I just love his style of work. I also fell in love with his studio work after seeing another couple's engagement photos and wanted similar pictures for our own. Stephen knocked it out of the park. Stephen exceeded our expectations with the wedding photos. We have everything we requested and much more than we realized we needed. It was so fun to relive our wedding through the pictures. The only potential downside of my wedding pictures was I realized that I forgot to take a picture with my grandfather. I felt pretty terrible about it. I received my pictures from Stephen and cried because there was a beautiful candid of my grandfather and I. It was so much better than a posed photo. It captured the essence of who we are. You get what you pay for with weddings. Your pictures are your memories. They live on for generations. It was important to us to have the best photographs, and we knew we could trust Stehen to capture the event beautifully. Stephen went above and beyond our expectations and worth every cent. It won't be 2,000 photos and duplicates of the same shot. He’s going to give you a beautiful, curated story of your wedding. Stephen was also very helpful with looking over my timeline and telling me what was realistic. His experience allowed me to set expectations for what I'd receive, and he did nothing if not exceed them. Wedding days are beautiful. They are intimate, but they are also stressful. I’ve been to weddings where the photographer brings an anxious energy. That’s not Stephen. He’s calm and confident. He also takes charge in a non abrasive way. On my wedding day I needed that. I needed my photographer to be a calming influence and I’m so grateful that I had exactly what I needed. Stephen Tang.
Katherine Foronjy C., 5 years ago
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Liza Lavine Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

I am a wedding photographer based in Providence, Rhode Island. My love for photography began over a decade ago and has been an integral part of my creative journey ever since. With a solid foundation in fashion photography, I bring a unique perspective to capturing weddings. Five years ago, I shot my first wedding, and it was an unforgettable experience. Being part of such a special day and bringing joy to my couples is incredibly important to me. I am passionate about capturing the most intimate and significant moments of your wedding day, ensuring that each photograph tells the unique story of your love.

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Liza was very professional, and exceeded my expectations!! She went above and beyond on my wedding day and made sure she got all the shots I asked for! The photos came out so good and when I asked her to fix some things on the photos she did it right away! 10/10 would book her again!
Carolina, 5 months ago
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Gabbie Burseth Photo 

5.0

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

Gabbie Burseth grew up documenting everything and saving mementos in empty Christmas boxes. After studying at the Grady School of Journalism at the University of Georgia, she discovered an affinity for weddings and their accompanying treasures. Her philosophy as a wedding photographer is to observe with as little interference as possible — no faking it, no do-overs, no “for the camera”. Her biggest desire is for couples to be present at their wedding, not stuck in a photoshoot. Her work is punctuated by rich and vibrant color, the timeless quality of analog film, and a sense of humor found in fleeting moments.

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Gabbie is a literal gem. Her work is incredible and she fit into our day so seamlessly and made us feel so comfortable and celebrated, all while capturing every sweet moment!!! Would absolutely recommend working with her.
Madelyn L., a year ago
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Ashley Carlascio Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

My approach to wedding photography is one part editorial and one part sentimental candids. I want to capture all the details you have chosen to have on your wedding day and all the guests you have invited to share this moment. You will have a fun & joyful experience and receive natural-looking, artful photos that look like they belong in a magazine. My edit is a bright, true-to-color crisp edit. I care deeply about skin tones looking true to life, and my edit is centered around that.

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We cannot say enough wonderful things about Ashley! From start to finish, she exceeded every expectation we had for a wedding photographer. Her photos are absolutely stunning—she captured every moment beautifully, and the emotions shine through in every shot. Beyond her talent behind the camera, Ashley is an amazing person to work with. She made us feel so comfortable and at ease in front of the camera. Her kindness, professionalism, and calm demeanor brought so much positivity to our day. Ashley is also incredibly organized and helped make our wedding day run so smoothly. She kept everything on track without ever feeling rushed, allowing us to fully enjoy each moment. We can’t wait to work with her again for future milestones in our lives. We cannot recommend Ashley enough!
Shauna J., a month ago
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Love by Justina 

5.0

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

HOME STATES: California & Massachusetts | Hey, I'm Justina! in the dead of winter I'll be that person walking around with my iced coffee in one hand and airpods blasting underground hiphop or melodic punk all while thrifting for vintage treasures at your local savers. you'll also find me at creative meetups in boston, playing apex legends or catching up on reality when I'm able to find free time.

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first conversation, Justina demonstrated a professional, personal, and friendly communication style that put us at ease. Her positive energy, timely responses, and focus on details throughout the planning process was greatly appreciated. We loved Justina's artistic and unique approach to capturing cinematic and unique moments that truly reflected our vision. When an unexpected situation required a substitute photographer, Justina quickly found a great alternate photographer, shared every details for a smooth transition, and still completed all processing and editing. This led to us receiving a stunning gallery of photos. We couldn't have asked for a more communicative and valuable photography team to be a support our special day!
Liliana D., 3 months ago
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Bedrosian Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Hi, I’m Peter Boyadjian, owner of Bedrosian Photo. We specialize in wedding photography and videography, capturing authentic moments and genuine emotions instead of stiff, posed shots. Our style blends the storytelling of photojournalism with the elegance of fine art, ensuring your special day is documented naturally and beautifully.

Bedrosian Photo was an excellent choice for our wedding photographer. Peter arrived early and stayed an hour late, and his communication was perfect throughout the process. I love his editing style, with plenty of posed and candid moments captured beautifully. He was not controlling at all, and made sure we took all the important photos we wanted while letting us enjoy our wedding day. We are so grateful for Peter's outstanding customer service and incredible photography skills. Bedrosian Photo truly helped make our special day even more memorable.
Tim & H., a month ago
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Aspen Sage Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

My name is Saige and I'm a photographer from New York and residing in Colorado mostly. I love traveling and doing adventuring photography, I've been on the road for about 7 years exploring and traveling and photographing weddings for about 10 years. I graduated from Colorado Mountain College with my photography degree back in 2015. I Love to travel and am a perfect match for the laid back couples!

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Aspen Sage Photo was a pleasure to work with for our event. Their communication style was easy going, clear, helpful, and flexible throughout the entire process. They were creative, open to our ideas, and produced beautiful photographs that captured the essence of our special day. Aspen Sage made things super easy and we didn't need to worry or think much about the photography - they handled everything seamlessly. The final product turned out absolutely gorgeous, and we are thrilled with the memories they were able to preserve for us.
Jobeth, 2 months ago
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Fit the Frame photography 

4.7

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Born and raised Originally from the island of Hawaii, moved to Sacramento, California in 2011. I've been shooting photography ever since highschool and have officially started my business in 2018 focusing mainly on weddings , portraits and brand photography. Currently 27 years old, I have shot over 200 weddings (first shooter and second shooter).

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If I could use one word for Memo it would be AMAZING. He truly captured everything I had in mind and then some! He was so great with the poses he wanted us to do and they truly came out beautiful! All my guests had nothing but great things to say about him and his work. He is great with communication, very organized, and got my pictures back to me super quick! I’m so glad I trusted him to capture mine and my husbands beautiful day, I would recommend him to everyone :)
Carmen B., 3 months ago
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Four Cubs Photo + Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA
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I’m Barry Daley, a photographer and videographer dedicated to capturing the magic of your most unforgettable moments. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in creating timeless, heartfelt visuals that celebrate your unique love story. Your wedding isn’t just another event to me—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, and I’m here to preserve every genuine smile, happy tear, and joyous laugh. My relaxed and personal approach ensures you feel comfortable, so the moments I capture are as authentic as your love. Let’s create stunning photos and films that you’ll cherish for a lifetime, reliving every beautiful detail of your special day.

Awarded Best of Zola
I worked with Barry on different occasions and I would say he is the best of the best with photography, the professionalism he shows while doing his job is amazing! You will not be disappointed.
Suheili M., a year ago
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Roberta Nicole Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Luxury wedding photography in California and worldwide... You want your photos to be as unique as you are. You want photos that capture the intimacy and emotion of your day. I have spent the past decade developing my approach to wedding photography, learning how to be unobtrusive, when to take the lead, and when to take step back and anticipate the moment. The resulting experience is one that allows you to be in the moment. The resulting images are authentic, beautiful and timeless.

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Roberta is AMAZING! Our wedding venue includes the photographer in the package, so we reached out to her to see if she could do our engagement photos, without a wedding package. She was so flexible, able to meet us at our chosen location and even let us reschedule last minute because of rain. She made us feel so relaxed even though it can be awkward acting couple-y in public in front of a camera. Our photos turned out perfectly, really capturing our love for each other. I am particularly impressed with her use of lighting and ability to capture the movement of my hair. I would highly recommend her for your big day or other photo needs! Update: Because of COVID, we chose to host a small, intimate wedding rather than working with our original venue. We loved Roberta's work for our engagement photos and asked her to photograph our mini-wedding as well. She helped us work out a timeline that made sense for such a small ceremony and captured our special day beautifully.
Caitlin & B., 3 years ago
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Danya Izarraraz Wedding Photographer 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Congrats you're in love! And I'm stocked to document it all! My name is Danya Izarraraz, a local Palm Springs, CA wedding photographer available to travel all around the globe to document love stories in the most realistic non-posey way, my main goal is for you to relive your wedding day through your gallery. Documenting your party from the inside is my go-to! You'll catch me dancing or singing along on the dance floor with camera in hand. I love to remind my couples that it is your wedding day and you get to do whatever you want so whether an elopement or a festival-style wedding, I'm there!

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We had an amazing experience working with Danya for our elopement, she's laid back and easy going while also providing us with direction when needed. She had a lot of experience shooting around Palm Springs and had suggestions for places that would fit our vibe and schedule. Our photos turned out sooo beautifully and the sneak peeks came back super fast. Highly recommend!!
Erica B., 7 months ago
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Jess Onesto (formerly Cheers Babe Photo) 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Jess is a wedding photographer serving couples from Los Angeles to New York City. She specializes in documenting moments with honesty and optimism to showcase her couples’ love for each other, love for their people and their love for a damn good time. “My work is bold, enduring, and honest.” With more than a decade of experience as a photographer and a background in fine art and film photography, Jess approaches each wedding with intention and a sense of novelty. She works in both digital and film mediums and her work has been featured in publications including Martha Stewart Weddings, Destination I Do and Brides.

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Since receiving our wedding photos from Jess, several of my friends and family members (including 2 professional photographers!) have asked me for her contact info because of how amazing her photos are!! When we started looking for a wedding photographer, we knew that we needed to find someone with a great eye for candids, who wouldn't make our pictures feel too staged, who had a fun/funky vibe like us, and who could handle wrangling my extremely large family (full of very opinionated people) for family photos, and Jess handled everything with ease! I feel so lucky that we found Jess, and I cannot recommend her more. Jess made everyone feel comfortable throughout the entire wedding day, and even gave guidance to family members who are normally awkward in photos (e.g. suggesting ways to pose to make them more comfortable). Jess went above and beyond throughout the entire planning process, checking in with us, getting to know us, and even coming to a venue walkthrough so she could get a sense of the space! I am so grateful for all of the work Jess put into our wedding, and the photos turned out better than I could have ever imagined. I rarely even like photos of myself, but I honestly am so in love with the ones that Jess took that I jump on every opportunity to whip out my phone and share them with friends!
Natalie M., 6 months ago
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Davis Group Photo + Video 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Meet Ellen, a Southern California native and seasoned visual storyteller: I've been photographing events and portraiture since 2017 and specialize in destination weddings and elopements. For me, the best part about being a photographer is getting to witness my client’s once in a lifetime memories being created and knowing that my work will allow future generations to experience those memories as well. I take on all types of creative photo shoots when I'm not shooting weddings.

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I hired Ellen for our wedding and engagement shoot and I’m so thankful I did! I always hate the way I look in photos and Ellen made me feel comfortable, confident, and taken care of! And when I received my wedding photos I couldn’t stop looking at how beautiful all of our photos came out! I loved the sneak peeks she sent us while we on our honeymoon too! I can’t wait to work with a Ellen in the future for more milestones!
Savanah C., a year ago
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Jessica Yahn Photography 

5.0

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

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, and I am so happy that you are considering including us to be a part of it. I commit to a limited number of Weddings per year to ensure that your day remains a priority. Photography is all about connection and your photographer will be one of the biggest and longest-lasting connections you’ll share with any of your wedding vendors. I strive to create beautiful portraits, but also a lasting relationship with my couples. When you book with us, you are not just a client, you become part of the JYP family! I am honored to have the opportunity to laugh…to cry…to share your love story.

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100/10 recommend her to be your photographer. My husband and I meet Jessica 5 years before we actually ended up setting a date and getting married. Somehow when we finally decided to put a date on the calendar we reached out and Jessica still remembered us like we just talked recently. Working with her has been so easy and smooth sailing. She is crazy organized and very responsive along with an open mind and helped with some accommodations to make our day super special! I will definitely be booking for family sessions and more with her!!
Kennedy C., a month ago
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Jones Media | Photo & Video 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Jones Media is a wedding photography and videography company that is dedicated to capturing the love, emotion, and joy of your special day. Founded by a team of passionate and talented photographers and videographers, Jones Media strives to deliver exceptional quality and service to every couple they work with. With years of experience in the wedding industry, the team at Jones Media understands the importance of capturing the intimate moments that make your day unique.

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From the moment we first reached out to Jones Media, they were wonderful to work with. Their friendly, prompt, and helpful communication style put us at ease throughout the entire wedding planning process. On the day of our wedding, Alison and Chance helped things flow smoothly and made the photography portion of our day super painless. The quality of their work was incredible - they truly captured all the special moments that made our day so unique and memorable. They take the time to learn what editing style you want and make sure you like the outcome of your photos. We are over the moon with the photos and couldn't be happier that we chose Jones Media to be our wedding photographers. They made it such a wonderful experience that we will cherish forever.
Bethany E., 3 months ago
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Dean MacKay Photography 

5.0

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

I'm a wedding and fine art photographer, and hopeless romantic, based near Joshua Tree, California, shooting unforgettable couples all over Southern California, western Nevada and Arizona. I can also be found in New York City and New Jersey, Maine, and all along the New England coast, as well as Seattle, Denver, East Texas, Philadelphia, Central Pennsylvania and other destinations! My style is mix of photojournalist, traditional, and an ever evolving creativity for your bridal portraits, to produce images that are beautiful, timeless, and artistic. I love to mix in a little black and white, too.

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Dean MacKay Photography was an incredible choice for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, their communication was clear, punctual, and consistent, which put us at ease throughout the entire planning process. The quality of their work was truly stunning - personal, detailed, and capturing all the special moments of our day. They were communicative and thorough, providing a level of service that felt like they were a friend of the family. The personal touch and great value they offered made them the perfect fit, and we are thrilled with the beautiful photos that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come. Dean photographed both my bridal shower and my wedding. I felt at ease knowing he was taking the photos. I truly wanted and his editing was immaculate. Everything was delivered on time, and as I was delivered photos, he kept me in constant communication when the rest would be delivered. I cannot recommend enough. I no longer live in California, but would happily pay to have him fly to photograph any event I may have in the future.
Hannah, a month ago
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Marry Me Studio 

5.0

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

Being in the production industry for more than 10 years, we've been through a lot, we've seen a lot, and we've captured a lot of beautiful moments on tape for our past clients who have become a part of our family.

One thing that really stands out with them is the way they are doing sunset shots. Besides knowing the exact time for perfect sunset photos, the process was effortless. I was worried about how these pictures would come out, because I wanted them so badly, and Marry Me exceeded all my possible expectations. There are not enough words in the dictionary to describe what I felt the moment I saw those photos. Book them as soon as possible, you won't regret it!
Aaliyah F., 8 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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