The Best Wedding Photographers in San Mateo, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in San Mateo, CA

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Amanda Ford Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

Welcome. I’m thrilled you’re here. My approach is to make things easy, enjoyable, and fun throughout the whole process. From the moment your inquiry lands in my inbox to viewing your full album, I am here to capture your story make your vision a reality. I strive to capture your raw connection while documenting such an important day. On a more personal note- I love the outdoors for more than just photo-ops. I enjoy skiing, mountain biking, hiking, and especially being on the water. I am a big people-person which is also why I am also a Physical Therapist! This allows me to work with people daily and help make a difference in their lives.

My fiancée and I recently had the pleasure of posing for our engagement photos with Amanda Ford Photography. Amanda absolutely went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and ensure that we enjoyed our photo session. She was communicative during the photoshoot, had great suggestions, was quick to respond to our messages after, and returned edited photos much sooner than expected. I could not recommend anyone more highly than Amanda Ford Photography!
Brad B., 2 years ago
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Andrea Jane Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

My heart beats for photographing a story worth telling, and finding the funny, quirky, moving little moments throughout that narrative. I always have a smile on my face and love, absolutely love to make people laugh. I can recite funny quotes and sing to you the cheesiest of songs. As cheesy as it may sound, I want to be your friend. I want to laugh throughout the whole day with you, making every moment so memorable and being right by your side to capture it. I want to keep in touch with you after, to see where life takes you!

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I have had the pleasure to work along side Andrea on several weddings now. She is extremely professional and has a really great energy. We think along the same as in what shots to get, so she is always right on the same page, which is great!
Patrick, 4 years ago
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Chelsea Green Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,350
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

Hey There!! I’m Chelsea of Chelsea Green Photography, I specialize in lifestyle wedding and couples photography and I love every minute of capturing love and all the things in between! If you’re looking for someone to make you feel beautiful, comfortable and amazing in front of the camera I’m your gal!

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Working with Chelsea was an absolute dream; I cannot say enough good things about our experience with her! She is much more than just a photographer. She is a friend, advocate, and extremely talented individual. She went above and beyond for our wedding - even using her dress to dab sweat off of my forehead! Her prices are extreme affordable and the photos are immaculate! I would absolutely recommend her to anyone for any occasion!
Presley W., 3 years ago
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Marla Manes Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees
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Hi, I’m Marla, and I’ve had a camera in my hands since I could hold one. Travel is what first sparked my love of photography– I felt the need to document every gorgeous landscape in my sights across Europe, Asia, the South Pacific, and here in the States. Once I started taking portraits, though, everything shifted, and I became obsessed with documenting love. I value photos as memories, and they’re extremely precious to me. To me, the ability to freeze a moment in time so you’ll always be able to return to that beauty and joy is nothing short of magic.

Marla is a light of sunshine and would be an awesome pick for your photographer. She is creative and really makes sure she is getting the best shot for your day! Totally recommend!!!!
Gina, 4 years ago
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Dasha Flaneur Photography 

5.0

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

Since 2016, I have been dedicated to capturing the essence of special moments with a unique blend of artistry and professionalism. I specialize in a wide range of events, from dance festivals and performances to intimate private gatherings, corporate events, and galas. My photography style is timeless, classic, and bright, capturing the genuine emotions and vibe of each event. I blend staged and candid images to tell a complete and compelling story and guarantee the best quality possible.

Dasha was the perfect choice for our wedding photographer. Her calm and friendly demeanor made us feel at ease throughout the entire day. She captured every moment with such precision and artistry, from the smallest details to the grandest scenes. We couldn't be happier with our experience and highly recommend Dasha to anyone looking for an exceptional wedding photographer.
Meltzer O., 5 months ago
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Diana and Korey Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,498
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

As many millennials do, we met on one of those phone dating apps (eh hem.. Tinder..) and had an instant connection! It didn't take long for Korey to make things "official" and asked Diana if she would be his girlfriend. Of course she said 'yes!' and it was a whirlwind after that. We adopted an adorable blue nose pittie, moved in together, and started a business! Now here we are, 6 years later - chasing our dreams and building a career together as a MARRIED COUPLE!! (and we also have another pup!).

One of the best decisions we made in our wedding planning process! Communication with Diana and Korey was smooth from the get go. Just take a look at their beautifully organized website and gallery and you'll understand what I mean! (It's also a great place to start looking for venue inspo!) Time tables with when and what things should happen are reviewed at a scheduled check in time. And the attention to detail they dedicate to your vision/pinterest board is a true sigh of relief for any bride in the wedding planning process! Josh and I are also certified introverts so it's hard for us to feel at ease in front of a camera. But each and every member of their team was so personable that it was easy for each smile and laugh to be genuine. Of course it also helped that Diana always had a pose idea ready to try! During our sweltering July wedding, despite 95 degree weather, Diana and her team sweated alongside us and continued to show enthusiasm for getting that next shot at that next backdrop to make sure every moment was captured. AND she had so many preview photos ready a mere TWO DAYS after the wedding. Herculean feat truly All our friends cannot stop complimenting the wedding album as they said Diana and Korey truly encapsulated our day and helped them relive it once more. I am so thankful that we have these memories memorialized through them and can't recommend this magical team enough!
Angelica T., 2 months ago
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Mae Krell Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

Hi! Nice to meet you! I'm Mae and I’m an elopement and intimate wedding photographer ready to capture your love story in its most authentic form! I'm born and raised in New York City and love to travel, and would love to connect with you!

We had a great experience with Mae! She made us feel so comfortable throughout the whole shoot and made sure we got a bunch of great photos in some gorgeous locations. Post-shoot she put in so much effort editing our photos to make sure they were perfect once they were turned around to us which didn't take long at all. Highly highly recommend Mae for any photoshoot needs you might have!
Claire F., 12 days ago
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Alex Kol Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

I’m Alex, a wedding photographer with 10 years of experience. My approach blends classic elegance with a documentary style, capturing both posed and candid moments that reflect the authentic atmosphere of your wedding day. Whether it’s an intimate ceremony or a larger event, I’ve had the privilege of telling love stories through my lens. Clients appreciate my attention to detail and seamless process. From guiding you through natural poses to capturing spontaneous emotions, I ensure that every important moment is beautifully documented, creating a wedding album that you’ll treasure for years to come.

He beautifully captured every special moment of our wedding day. The photos are stunning and exceeded all our expectations. Alex was professional, friendly, and made us feel completely at ease. We can’t recommend him highly enough!
Yoka, 2 months ago
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Bespoken Forever Photography 

5.0

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

Discover The Ultimate Experience In Editorial Wedding Photography We Have Award-Winning Excellence: Our accolades speak for our passion and expertise in transforming moments into masterpieces. Your Tailored Experience: We understand that each couple is unique & our personalized approach ensures that your wedding narrative is told just the way you’ve dreamed.

My husband and I run a freelance Cross fit training studio, and we compete. We are sponsored athletes, which means we constantly need new and fresh content. Tina is usually the first one in the gym setting up lighting and finding the best angles. We never worry about how things are going to come out. The studio manager is always there with answers & solutions. Finally, our sponsors are always super pleased with the creativity & fun added to our finished photos. We can't imagine going with anyone else.
Team Tveito, 10 months ago
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Hugo & Kat Photo & Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,399
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

We're Hugo & Kat, wedding photographers & filmmakers based in Los Angeles. We're a married duo & we genuinely love that we get to pursue this passion together. Our goal is to create a space where you can be completely yourselves. To capture the real essence that makes you, you. Both individually & as a couple.

We couldn’t have asked for better photographers for our wedding! Hugo and Kat were incredibly professional, creative, and made us feel so comfortable throughout the day. Their attention to detail and ability to capture the most precious moments was truly remarkable. Every photo tells a story, and we are thrilled with how beautifully they documented our special day. We highly recommend Hugo and Kat to anyone looking for talented and passionate photographers!
Erik P., a month ago
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Reverie Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,499
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

We’re so glad you’re here! Based in Denver but traveling wherever your love story takes us, we’re dedicated to capturing the genuine, heartfelt moments that define your journey. Our style embraces the natural, dreamlike moments that make life special. We want you to feel at ease while we document the laughter, emotions, and connections you share. Every image is crafted to be true to life, so your memories can be cherished and shared for years to come. We’re excited to capture the moments that will last a lifetime.

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Katie Beth second shot for me last year and she was a big help! The photos she took were so stunning and complimented my client's gallery so well. Even my bride mentioned how awesome she was. Highly recommend working with Katie Beth!
Rajotte Photography, 2 years ago
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Michael Werner Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

Hey there! My name is Michael, I'm a photographer based in the Reno/Tahoe area but I'm always traveling across the west coast and beyond for my clients. I focus on capturing your memories in an authentic, timeless fashion while also making comfortability and connection my top priority.

Michael captured our wonderful day with so much ease, competence, and humor. Prior to our day, we had a couple chats via zoom and phone, easing any stress and answering any questions I had. He arrived on time on our wedding day and he managed to stay present during that day but not intruding or ever being in the way. The final album was beautiful and had so many great pictures. He’s a pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend him.
chantha t., a year ago
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Give Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,150
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

We're a photo + video team that’s here for all things love - documenting yours and sharing ours. Plus, we give 15% back to your favorite charity as a way to put a little love back into the world. So glad you're here!

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When we started talking about what we wanted out of a wedding, we decided an intimate ceremony was best for us. We wanted to find someone who could capture the little details of our day without the typical "posed" photos. We are so lucky to have come across Josie at Give. We had multiple Facetime conversations with her and from the beginning, we knew she would be great to work with. She was one of those people we just clicked with and immediately understood what we wanted: Her style of photography, her personality, the charitable donations, etc etc. The day of our wedding was super humid (yay Maryland in August), but she did not skip a beat and did not rush us from one point to another - we tried out some posed and "classic" photos but overall she got the "documentary/candid" styles we were looking for. We are so happy with all the photos she took and grateful to have such gorgeous memories to look back on!
Sheila L., 2 years ago
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Rachel V King Lifestyle 

5.0

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

If you are looking for your photographer to create beautiful, fine art images that you can look back on years to come and remember how you felt just by looking at a picture, I think we're a perfect fit! I'm here for the relationships and memories that matter and to capture all of your real moments that make your life so amazing! Working with me is knowing your final product speaks to who you are as a couple (as well as gaining a friend for life). I'm not just your wedding photographer..I'm your forever photographer! Ready for your next step? Check out our packages and message me to chat and start planning!

Rachel was the perfect choice for our wedding photographer. From the start, her communication style was straightforward, helpful, and knowledgeable, putting us at ease. The quality of her work was truly stunning - she captured the unique vibe of our event and venue perfectly, with photos that literally transported us right back to the day. The poses she directed were fun and not overdone, and we were pleasantly surprised to receive even more content than we had originally expected. Rachel and her partner brought such a cool, fun energy to the day, striking the perfect balance of being present without feeling intrusive. Their professionalism and friendly communication after the wedding was also super appreciated. We couldn't be happier with the incredible memories Rachel helped us preserve from our special day!!
Taylor B., 6 days ago
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Savannah Rose Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

Hello! I’m Savannah, the photographer behind Savannah Rose Photography. Photography started out as a fun hobby, but when I was 16 I decided to take a film class in high school and that’s when I realized “this is it”. I have been able to be a full time photographer for 8+ years. I love being able to use my passion for art and photography to help you create uniquely beautiful memories that you will enjoy for years to come. I am definitely guilty of being a bit of a perfectionist which ensures that I do everything I can to give you the best photography experience, whether it be portrait session or on your wedding day.

We have hired Savannah for all of our photography needs from our surprise proposal, engagement session, boudoir, wedding, anniversary, maternity, newborn & family! There is a reason we keep hiring her to capture such important events. She is simply the best at what she does! She captures the emotions perfectly & always delivers the best sessions! She’s great at direction poses and her editing style is always on point! She’s the only photographer we trust to always give us the pictures we want and she makes us feel comfortable in front of the camera. I recommend her to everyone I know and I look forward to our next session together!
Sam and A., 9 months ago
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Shots By Xyan 

5.0

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

Xyan, the visionary behind Shots by Xyan Photography, is a passionate photographer with a keen eye for detail and a heart for storytelling. As both the owner and head photographer, Xyan brings a unique blend of creativity, expertise, and dedication to every project. With years of experience and a genuine love for capturing life's special moments, he ensures that each photo reflects not only the beauty of the moment but also the emotions and memories it holds. From weddings to family portraits, his commitment to excellence and personalized service shines through, making Shots by Xyan Photography a trusted choice for clients.

Xyan Photography captured the essence of our venue beautifully. Their attention to detail and creative eye resulted in stunning photos that truly showcased the beauty of our space. Working with them was seamless, and we couldn’t be happier with the final results. Highly recommend for any event!
Grace, 8 months ago
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Heather Martinez Photography 

5.0

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

I started my journey as a portrait & fashion photographer, primarily in London, England working with modeling agencies before moving to America with my husband 6 years ago. I would describe my style as modern, moody, and timeless. More so after raising my two boys, I began changing my photography direction toward couples & their unique love stories. I strive to capture each raw moment that truly captures this memorable day for you both. With an editorial background from the likes of Vogue, I also incorporate romantic poses that truly make each couple shine. This guarantees beautiful imagery to look back on for years to come.

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Working with Heather is such a treat. She is kind and creates such a peaceful atmosphere. She has an incredible eye that will make anyone look like a Vogue cover. Her work is timeless yet stunning and will capture your special moments with care and ease.
Beléne Garza, 2 years ago
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Wayward Wanderess Photography 

5.0

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

Hi! My name is Jacqueline and I've been in the photography industry for almost a decade. I believe that when I pick up my camera, I am there to tell a story. On your wedding day, I am there to document a new chapter of your love story. I capture all the intimate moments of your day, and then some!

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Jacquie's creative eye adds such an innovative depth to every project we have ever worked with her on. Not only is her work brilliantly rich, warm, and inviting her personality matches. She makes every work environment a bright and inviting one. Our favorite part of working with Jacquie is her openness to the creative collaboration aspect of it. Working off of one another to create captivating images that help promote our independent beauty brand. She is clear in communication and works to have every aspect of a shoot be efficient. Her level of professionalism and ability to adapt to on the spot change is admirable.
Serenity Scott Apothecary, 2 years ago
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Sunbeam Studio Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

I’m a Colorado-based wedding and elopement photographer, and I shoot everywhere from Europe to locally in Denver! My favorite thing about photography is capturing the candid “in-between” moments, real emotions, and when people bring their dogs to their shoots. I work with my clients to create memories that last beyond their wedding day, and deliver photos that capture the fun, romantic and timeless moments so you can re-live them for years to come.

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Kelsey gifted us a truly wonderful wedding day experience the moment she arrived at the venue. She was kind, professional, lively, and made us forget that a 'stranger' was creating some of our most treasured memories. Kelsey was so easy to connect with and made the entire experience a fun and beautiful part of our special day that as a result produced our incredible, moment capturing photos. We are forever grateful for having Kelsey be our photographer, and would highly, highly recommend to any friend or family member.
Nicole W., a year ago
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Alyssa Rados Photography 

5.0

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

Hi there, I'm Alyssa! I am so glad you are here! I am an old soul that yearns to travel the world. I thrive off of human connections, prefer to live life to the fullest, laugh as often as I can, and am all about providing the best experience to my new friends. I am a hopeless romantic, name any romantic movie and I have definitely seen it. I just LOVE love... which is why I am your girl to capture your authentic, unique love story!

Working with Alyssa was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! From the engagement pictures (that she got back to us in less than 24 hrs) to planning out every detail in the timeline to capturing the most beautiful photos on the big day, Alyssa was absolutely amazing! And everyone who interacted with her at our wedding agreed! She captured all the photos I was hoping for and then found time to grab more that I didn’t think we’d be able to get. She was game to take a trolley ride with us and just let us soak in the whole day while capturing every beautiful moment! I can’t recommend her enough!
Shelly, 2 years ago
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Grace Dreim Photography 

5.0

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

Like with anything I do, I’ve put much heart, work and energy into photography. Yet, the most rewarding part are still the emotions, and happy messages I get from my clients. Nothing charges and empowers me more. On your wedding day, you shouldn't have to worry, cause I am there to help you in every way possible. I make sure your dress is all nice and fluffed in every picture, that there is nothing in your teeth, I catch every fly away and I am there to be your hype girl.

Grace was an absolute gem of a human on the day of my wedding and leading up to it. I can't get over how stunning the photos are just from the sneak peek gallery. She has such an eye for unique shots and is amazing at directing you as well as your overly-stimulated new husband. We coordinated a ton of surprise aspects and were able to pull them off with Grace's help. She also ended up fixing boutonnieres, ensuring my hair looked amazing before each shot, and worked so well with our videographer, planner and all other vendors. I can't wait to see the full gallery and can't recommend her enough!
Brenna B., 2 years ago
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The Double Shot Project 

5.0

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

We are a photo/video team that travels coast to coast to document your love in a candid, nostalgic, journalistic style. Whether it's a high-scale wedding in the city or an intimate elopement in the desert - we are here to capture your story in an authentic and beautiful way! We believe in building genuine connections and friendships with our couples because that trust shows through in the photographs and films we create together. What's most important to us is preserving your memories in a way that you remember what it felt like in that moment.

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My wife & I highly recommend working with The Double Shot Project for your Engagement & Wedding photos! Spencer & Coral are incredible & so fun to work with!! They were made to do this! Their vision & ability to capture the moments & create an atmosphere unique to each couple is beyond what we could have even imagined. They were in constant contact & available for all of our questions before our big day. If you’ve come across them on your search for photographers, look no further. Guaranteed you will not be disappointed. Thank you Coral & Spencer for helping Lauren & I to relive our day in such stunning detail. You are THE BEST!!!
Cory & L., 3 years ago
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Sienna Turecamo Photography 

5.0

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

With an editorial and fashion-inspired approach Sienna shoots each event with both film and digital mediums, reveling in the artistry and emotion of each moment. Serving inspired events that crave more than just your everyday wedding images, but photographs that stand by themselves as art. Sienna is based out of Washington D.C. and New York City and travels worldwide. Sienna has been named an inspiring female entrepreneur, has been published in BRIDES, Business Insider, People and she has been a featured artist on PBS's television series Artistic Encounters, along with many other publications.

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Sienna captures such beauty using film to photograph the event. She is a lovely person inside and out! She truly creates art with her photography. I have worked with Sienna many times and have seen her talent and professionalism. She has become more than a vendor I like to work with to a friend. You would be lucky to have her photograph your event!
MaryAnn Blooms, 3 years ago
We Do Weddings 

5.0

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

Welcome to "We Do Weddings," where love meets artistry, and moments are forever preserved. We're Jared and Quinn, not just business partners, but a couple who share a deep passion for capturing the most cherished memories of your special day. Our journey into the world of wedding photography and videography began as a shared dream—a dream that brought together our love for storytelling, our appreciation for timeless elegance, and our fascination with the candid, unscripted moments that make every love story unique.

We had our engagement photos taken by We Do Weddings and had a great experience. My wife and I weren't set on a good location, but Jared and Quinn had a couple of suggestions and Freestone Park turned out perfect. They also arrived early and had a couple spots in mind to shoot at, which I really appreciated since it was a warm day and that expedited the process. The shoot was casual and surprisingly fun. They worked quickly but we never felt rushed. They gave great direction (including some pictures of what they were looking for at times) which turned out great. We just got the photos back and my wife and I were blown away. They turned out beautifully and we are so happy with them. The entire experience was a joy and the end result was exactly what we were hoping for.
Jessy & B., a year ago
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Maggie and Hank Production 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

We appreciate your interest in our work; knowing that photography & cinematography are one the most important elements of your LOVE DAY. We are honored that you have come to visit us; as there are so many companies and even couples who do either or both photo and video, we are super excited to be able to spend time with you and your lovely family and friends on your beautiful day to bring different style and elements while capturing your true emotions. We strive to be your one choice for both photography and cinematography! We accept and thoroughly enjoy weddings all over the World.

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Working with Maggie and Hank was a dream! They were helpful with helping to create a timeline of our day and they were very thoughtful and thorough with their suggestions. We always felt comfortable working with them even though my husband and I aren’t necessarily the most comfortable in front of the camera! I would absolutely hire them again for future life events
Emily P., 2 months ago
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Cayleigh Ely Photography 

5.0

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

I love mexican food, cats (and dogs!), and iced coffee. Books are my best friends, and I also double as a yoga teacher when I'm not doing photography related things. I have a weird obsession with fuzzy socks and I prefer movies over TV shows. Now on to the typical things you want to know about my journey in photography...I got my first camera in 2009 and basically haven't put it down since! I studied photography at Savannah College of Art and Design and started my freelance photography career when I graduated in 2016!

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We highly recommend Cayleigh Ely Photography after working with her here at our wedding venue at Hidden Creek Farm Weddings and Events. Cayleigh is a sweetheart and works with our brides and grooms and their families to capture some of the most special moments in their lives. Her photography is amazing and her demeanor so professional. You won’t be disappointed with her work and will enjoy having her by your side on your wedding day.
Luana, 3 years ago
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Sabrina Autumn Photography 

5.0

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

Together with my fiancé, we offer both photography and videography in the Tampa Bay Area and beyond. Over the past 7 years we’ve developed a unique style and laid back approach that’s more “coffee with friends” than awkward posing with strangers. We have documented over 150 weddings and love what we do!

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I have worked with Sabrina on a number of occasions and Sabrina is not only a joy to work with, but arguably the best photographer I have had the pleasure of working with. Her work ethic is unmatched and she is as passionate about her craft as she is invested in her clients. For any professional portrait or event photography, Sabrina is always my #1 recommendation. I highly recommend Sabrina to anyone looking for a talented and/or experienced photographer!
Roger, 3 years ago
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Julia Scarborough Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

Someday, years from now, someone close to you will ask about your wedding day - someone that may not have been able to be there, or a new friend or family member who you have welcomed into your life. As you sit on your couch and reminisce while sipping on a cup of coffee, rather than just telling them about your wedding day - I want you to be able to show them. Photographs have an amazing ability to freeze special moments in time. I want to do that for you.

Julia was a complete joy to work with for our engagement photos and then wedding! From the day we met I knew my (then) fiancé and I would be able to relax and be comfortable in front of her camera. She was so much fun to work with and had us in beautiful but still comfortable poses/positions. Her and her husband shot our wedding and they were so patient throughout hectic family photos. We can't recommend Julia enough!!
Jillian S., 5 months ago
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His Light & Co. LLC. 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

Hi, we’re Chris and Audrey! A husband and wife photographer-videographer duo located in sunny Pompano Beach, South Florida who loves to travel the world. His Light & Co. was first born out of a desire to share God's love with couples as they begin a new chapter of life together. But shortly after opening our doors, we also developed a deep passion for capturing wedding films and images that are as unique as our couples’ love stories.

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Oh where do I even start, Chris is an absolutely AMAZING photographer, but that is not why you should book him. Him and his team are FULL of absolutely amazing human beings who want nothing more than perfection and happiness on your big day! I can attest to this as Chris became my photographer, DJ, and coordinator day of my wedding. Everyone at my wedding gave Chris amazing reviews and LOVED his vibe and energy. Chris and his team will go ABOVE & BEYOND for you and your family! I cannot say enough good things about why he should be part of your biggest moments and plus his photographs speak for themselves!!
Kaitlyn L., 3 years ago
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Samantha Turco Photography 

5.0

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

With over 10 years of industry experience, my strengths clearly lie in wedding and portraiture photography. Whether you're a recently engaged couple looking for someone to preserve your journey from fiancés to newlyweds through photographs, an expectant Mama hoping to capture your maternity glow or simply wanting to document you and your loved ones during whatever special season of life you're in, I would love to hear from you, I specialize in all types of portraiture but I am renowned for my wedding and engagement photography above all else. Whatever your photo needs are, I would love to chat and find out if we're a good match.

I work alongside Sam on a lot of weddings doing makeup and as a makeup artist I’m always dying to see how my work looks in professional photos and Sam kills it EVERY TIME! She is talented, professional, efficient, organized and so much fun to work with. She has such an eye for capturing the love and joy in your special day. You will not regret having her as your photographer!
Maria, a year ago
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Joni Bilderback Photography 

5.0

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

Hi, I'm Joni! I've been photographing couples for over 10 years now and I just can't seem to get enough of it! My warm, bubbly personality always seems to keep EVERYONE in good spirits throughout the wedding day! I’m a calming force when things start to get stressful and ready to keep the energy up to dance the night away together! Sometimes wedding days don't go exactly as planned. I’m extremely flexible and prepared to provide expert, judgment-free guidance to help you pivot and get right back to having the time of your life!

Joni was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding photography. Her communication was efficient, timely, and kind throughout the planning process, which helped keep things running smoothly. On the big day, Joni brought a wonderful energy while capturing countless beautiful, timeless photos that we will treasure forever. She has such a talent for making couples feel comfortable in front of the camera. You can tell photography is her passion! Joni helped ensure the day flowed well by directing us for photos while making the process fun. We were thrilled when she delivered a full wedding album to us in just a few short weeks after our wedding. The turnaround time was unbelievably fast! Overall, Joni is a gem and we couldn't be happier that she was able to photograph our special day.
Olivia B., 5 months ago
Samantha Halsey Photography 

5.0

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

I started photography as a second shooter with another local photographer and I fell in love with it. I love every aspect of my job, from meeting new people to editing photos. There truly is nothing better than getting a message from my clients about how happy they are with their images and how much it means to them. I have traveled to Colorado, California, New York, Florida, Alabama-- All over for weddings! I LOVE to travel for my work. So if you like my work, but realize I'm not close by, still reach out and let's talk!

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I am over the moon to share how amazing Samantha was as the photographer for my wedding! From the moment she arrived on the day of my wedding, she brought such positive energy and creativity. Samantha has an incredible talent for capturing the essence of each moment. She made everyone feel so comfortable, which resulted in the most natural and beautiful photos. Her friendly and supportive presence made the whole experience even more enjoyable. If you want a photographer who will make your special day unforgettable, Samantha is the one to call! Thank you, Samantha, for your phenomenal work and for capturing memories we'll cherish forever!
Alyssa O., 5 months ago
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Zandra Barriga Photo 

5.0

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

I specialize in documentary approach centered around emotion. Whether you’re having an intimate elopement, adventurous mountaintop ceremony, or a huge late night wedding bash, my goal is to capture it in an understated and beautiful way that represents you and your story. My overall goal with every single wedding I photograph is a combination of documentary style photography (so that you get to relive your wedding as it happened every time you look through your gallery) and however much hands on direction you want (so that you get the kind of portraits and detail shots that you’ll love forever).

From the moment we first spoke with Zandra Barriga, we knew we had found the perfect photographer for our wedding day. Her empathetic, engaging, and authentic communication style immediately put us at ease and made the entire process seamless. Zandra's talent is truly remarkable - her photos captured the essence of our special day with a level of excellence, consistency, and professionalism that exceeded our expectations. She went above and beyond, adapting to any situation with grace and ensuring that every moment was beautifully documented. Zandra's work is truly unforgettable, and we will forever choose her as our photographer for any occasion.
Lina B., a month ago
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LizzieWPhoto 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

I'm a wedding and engagement photographer who has collaborated with couples from all over the world. I offer a relaxed and conversation-based style of wedding photography because I believe that the best images are the result of communication.

I can't explain how happy we were with Lizzie... the photos she took were absolutely beautiful. I was really impressed that she listened to exactly what we wanted - we definitely didn't want these fake posed photos you often see from weddings and she was perfect at fulfilling that and producing the most natural collection of memories. She really hung back in the background so you never felt you have a camera in your face all day and yet the final results were breathtaking. I haven't had the time to print them yet but I can't wait to have a collage up in the house. We were super impressed by the speed of receiving them all after the day too - within 3-4 weeks max we had already gotten the collection and I must admit I cried when receiving them since they are so beautiful! Sometimes I have some memory issues due to my health and having our wedding day documented so thoroughly and beautifully I can look back anytime and be reminded of how perfect that day was so I am so grateful. Honestly I would recommend Lizzie to anyone. If you are already looking into her site and wondering out of all of the people out there, whether she would be the right photographer for you... just go for it and it will be the best decision you make, I assure you.
Lynzie, 2 months ago
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Pozan Productions 

5.0

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

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

Esra is amazing, she was recommended to me from a friend that used her for their wedding and events. I booked her for my engagement photos and fell in love! She is such a good and very professional. I ended up booking her for my wedding and my family photos for the last 3 years. I will continue to book her for all my photography needs!
Kimberry, 15 days ago
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Sweet Lime Photography 

5.0

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

Hey, how cool of you to end up here. I promise not to bore you with a bunch of flowery language or over-the-top promises. I love to document real moments. Weddings, elopements, couples' shenanigans - you name it, I am here for it. I do this with a healthy dose of humor, a dash of sarcasm and a whole lot of heart. So if you're looking for someone to capture your story in all its imperfect glory, say something, let's make it happen.

Loy at Sweet Lime takes some great photos. He was a joy to work with and helped set the room up by providing a suggestion that none of the restaurant staff, or us, had thought of which ended up working swimmingly. The day of the wedding, he was present but also not too if that makes sense. He was kind enough to send us a couple preview shots while we impatiently/patiently waited. The photos are well worth the wait. I would be happy to recommend Sweet Lime Photography. You will not be disappointed in his service.
Jay C., 8 days ago
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Jose Almeida Photography 

5.0

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

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

Jose is fantastic! He has so much experience and very professional. Before our wedding day, he always had quick and clear communication. We loved his artistic eye and dramatic style of photography. He knows how to give good direction for those that aren’t used to posing or being photographed, and was always looking for the next shot. He definitely lets you be you and can still get amazing shots. We were surprised at how quickly we got to preview our gallery. After the wedding day, I realized that there was so much I didn’t get to document personally to remember the details from that day. But after seeing some of the shots, Jose had made me so happy to see how much he documented from the day! I highly recommend Jose :)
Anica C., 3 months ago
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Fits & Stops Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees
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I’m a sucker for a story, especially a love story. Ever since beginning a love affair with photography in Scotland, I’ve worked to capture striking photography for hopeless romantics. From traditional weddings to elopements, I’m game to capture creative and sentimental moments in timeless color.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so glad we found P.J. from Fits and Stops Photography. From the early planning stages, he was attuned to our needs and photographic wishes. Prior to booking him for the wedding, we did an engagement photo session with him. We were very happy with his professionalism, creativity, and fun personality. He had the photos to us quickly and we were so happy with his work that we booked him for our wedding. He created a custom wedding photo package tailored to our photography needs. We planned a relatively small wedding at a family’s vineyard, but then the global pandemic happened. In the months and weeks leading up to our wedding P.J. was incredibly flexible, understanding, and accommodating. As our plans continued to change weekly and then daily, P.J. remained positive and supportive. Because of the pandemic, we had so many stressors and challenges, but P.J. was never one of them. We knew no matter what we still wanted to be married on our original date and even if no one could attend, we wanted P.J. there to take photos. Literally days before our wedding, we finalized a plan to do an elopement ceremony deep in the forest. It required a long drive to the mountains, a bumpy ride on a dirt road, a hike into the woods, and a short climb to a rocky overlook. Not exactly what P.J. thought he was getting into when we booked him for a vineyard wedding months ago, but he was 100% on board with our new plan and so excited for us. It meant a lot to us to have all his positive energy and enthusiasm with us on our wedding day. Though our wedding did not go as we thought it would when we planned it many months ago, our wedding was beautiful and P.J. did a fantastic job capturing the elopement ceremony. The day after our wedding he sent us a few photos to share with our family and friends sheltering in place around the globe. His photos meant so much to those who were eagerly waiting to gather for our wedding, only to be devastated when we had to alter our plans. Many people commented they felt they were right there with us as they looked through P.J.’s photos. We couldn’t be happier with our photos and our experience working with P.J. We look forward to the day when we can all gather safely in celebration and we hope we can have P.J. there to capture all those special moments with our family and friends.
Jaslyn and K., 4 years ago
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Becka Payauys Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves San Mateo, CA for additional fees

Hi! I’m Becka, my husband, Aaron and I are traveling wedding and elopement photographers based in Northern Illinois! We love spending time with people, being outdoors, and we are always down for good conversation!

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring Becka was the best decision we could have made for our wedding! She took care of every detail and was so easy to work with. The way she made us feel so at peace throughout the process of wedding planning was so unique and special. During pictures, she made the experience so personal and fun we barely felt like we were posing. Our pictures turned out better than we ever could have expected! She is so talented! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a wedding photographer and already have to so many people!
Sidney N., 3 years ago

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About wedding photographers in San Mateo, CA

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

A San Mateo, CA wedding photographer ranges from $200 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?

95% of photographers in San Mateo, 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 Mateo, 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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