The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in San Rafael, CA

The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in San Rafael, CA

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Maya Rose Weddings 

5.0

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

With a passion for weddings, and an unbridled love for dance floors, I will be right by your side to make sure your day is captured perfectly for you to look back on for the rest of your lives. Specializing in weddings, elopements, and couples' sessions, I'm ready to document your day, authentically.

Maya was an amazing photographer who brought our wedding to life. Aside from being incredibly talented at capturing a perfect day, she was also lovely to work with. She made us feel so comfortable the entire time, it felt like she was an old friend i've known for years. She allowed us to be ourselves, giving us no pressure whatsoever. When I got my wedding photos from her, I was instantly in love. I’d hire her again and again!
Alexandra and C., 10 months ago
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Hey Honey Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves San Rafael, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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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Te Dua Weddings 

5.0

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

I started shooting photos and video in Greece, and since moving to the US, I have dedicated myself to shooting weddings, elopements and engagements. I love being able to capture the love that my couples have for each other and the unique energy each couple has. I am always down to shoot in new locations and find the best place for my shoots!

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first contact with Te Dua Weddings, their communication style was quick, relatable and reassuring. The quality of their work was truly elegant, personal, elevated and storytelling. They had a calm presence throughout the day and even helped carry my dress train when I was worried about it getting dirty. It felt like the Te Dua team was there not only as a vendor, but as friends who wanted our wedding to feel personal and seamless. They really cared about us as clients rather than just getting the shot. The video was delivered fast and beautifully, capturing all the special moments of our day. We could not have asked for a better videography team to document our wedding.
Abigail V., 2 months ago
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Harrison Boyd Photography 

5.0

San Rafael, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500

I have been professionally capturing images for over 10 years. During that time, I built a successful promotional marketing company in Canada, received my MBA in Ireland, and moved to the San Francisco Bay Area with my wife. My favorite part about photography are the stories that are captured, the frozen moments in time that each picture highlights. Over the course of my career, I have been asked to tell thousands of stories. With the ability to operate in the United States, Canada, and Europe, I’m no stranger to traveling for a good story.

Working with Harrison is always a pleasure. He is prompt, professional, and delivers top-tier quality. When first starting out he was happy to provide us advice, and has provided technical assistance onsite on a number of occasions. You can't go wrong when collaborating with Harrison on an event, or on anything else.
Photo Booth Marin, a year ago
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Laurie Ann Martin Photography 

5.0

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

I'm a Northern California Wedding Photographer that captures your timeless, romantic, vintage, country weddings. We specialize in rustic weddings in vineyards, Northern California barn weddings, forest weddings and we love photographing cowboy weddings, even better when you bring your horses. Don't worry I do city weddings too so if its in the middle of San Francisco with a trolly car we can create your wedding story for you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Laurie Ann Martin and her team are a fun and professional group to work with. She is detailed oriented and cares not only how the pictures turn out but also your experience. My eyelash came off and I wanted to cry at city hall but she not only made me happy but went to Walgreens to get eye glue lash! That is the type of all hats on board she and her team are. When they had down time before the reception, they even offered to help out non-picture wise wherever they could! She also sends little gifts and surprises but I won’t spoil it. There is one BIG surprise she does at the end but I won’t spoil that either lol. She is fortunately not shy about whether she understands whether things are communicated correctly to her, especially when it comes to the albums - I was quite detailed oriented in what I wanted in my albums and how they were designed _. Her and her teams services are of an immense value and my husband and I had ALOT of fun shooting and videoing with them. Also, the video was really great, really a must. Thank you Laurie and your team!
Tiffany, 2 days ago
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Kristen Campbell Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA
  • Offer

I’m Kristen, your Napa-based natural light photographer effortlessly capturing your wedding with a little humor and a lot of heart. Are you a KCP Couple? Are you kind, vivacious, and have impeccable style? Do you appreciate the finer details? Are you classy, but still enjoy a good sense of humor? Do you love when things run on time? Do you know how to throw a good party? If you said yes to any of these, then I believe this is the start of something beautiful!

Awarded Best of Zola
We found Kristen Campbell Photography on Zola and absolutely fell in love! We reached out to Kristen before we even found a wedding planner or chose a date. From the very first interaction, she exceeded our expectations. During our initial consultation, Kristen made us feel so at peace with the decision to hire her to capture our wedding day. She was incredibly transparent about the details and pricing, and the contract process was simple and stress-free! Every vendor we connected with was SO excited when they found out Kristen was capturing our day, and each of them shared how much they loved working with her. Throughout the planning process, Kristen checked in with us regularly, always professional and genuinely excited for our big day. By the time the wedding week arrived, we couldn’t wait to finally meet her in person. Kristen photographed our welcome party and her warm and friendly personality immediately put us at ease. My husband had never taken professional photos before, but she made him feel so confident and guided both of us with clear, easy instructions. She captured our welcome party beautifully and was so gracious and lovely throughout the evening. After that experience, we were even more excited for the wedding day. On our wedding day, Kristen absolutely blew us away. She was timely, organized, and brought so much joy and positivity to the day. Beforehand, she talked through lighting and timing with us, providing recommendations for the best photo locations and schedule. We trusted her completely and were so glad we did—her instincts were spot on! Wedding photos can take time, but Kristen made the process genuinely FUN. Couples' photos, in particular, were one of our favorite parts of the day because of how relaxed and enjoyable she made it. Family and wedding party photos were equally seamless thanks to Kristen’s thorough preparation and attention to detail—she made sure everything was perfectly organized ahead of time. Our family, friends, and wedding party couldn’t stop raving about Kristen. Her positivity and professionalism left such a lasting impression on everyone. She truly brought so much joy to our day, and we are so incredibly grateful for that. While on our honeymoon, we received our sneak peek photos, and WOW—talk about a highlight of the trip! We couldn’t stop looking through them in our hotel room. Kristen delivered so many sneak peeks, and every single one was absolutely stunning. From couples' portraits to candids, family shots, wedding party photos, and intricate details—each image took our breath away. Kristen captured every moment so beautifully, and we’re thrilled with how perfectly she documented the love and joy of our day. The lighting and style of her photography were flawless, but even more than that, we love how genuine each moment feels in her work. Kristen, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We feel so incredibly lucky to have worked with you, and we will cherish these photos for the rest of our lives. Your work is a priceless gift, and we cannot recommend you highly enough!
Erica, a month ago
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Hailey Hopkins Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hi there! It’s nice to meet you! I’m a lifestyle portrait and wedding photographer here in Santa Rosa, CA and I simply love all things photography. I would say it’s my one true love but that’s not very nice considering I have an amazing husband and three (soon to be FOUR! woah, I know!) incredible kiddos. I can’t imagine life without them. I'm a lover of life and my passion is capturing the big life moments for people that they look at and think, "I'll never forget this...thanks to this photograph!" Ha! Okay, enough about me. Let’s hang out and take some photos that I know you’ll love forever and ever! XOXO

We are absolutely over the moon with our experience working with Hailey! We first worked with her for our engagement shoot, and she immediately made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. That same ease and warmth carried through on our wedding day, where she made us feel calm, relaxed, and exactly like ourselves. Her ability to capture candid moments and genuine emotions is truly remarkable. She turned around the sneak peek photos incredibly fast, and they are absolutely gorgeous—we can’t stop looking at them! We’re so excited to see the rest of the photos. If you’re looking for a photographer who combines a calming presence with incredible talent, Hailey is the one to book!
Evan T., 3 months ago
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Victoria Beardslee Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Im Victoria.. but you can call me tori! I'm a couples and wedding/elopement photographer currently based in Sonoma County, CA but love to travel, so don't be shy if you're out of state. Your special day is about you. The both of you. This is YOUR journey. I am here to capture it all.

Victoria Beardslee Photo was the absolute best wedding photographer we could have hoped for. From our very first interaction, they demonstrated excellent communication and an incredibly detail-oriented approach that put us at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, they executed our vision perfectly, seamlessly capturing all the special moments we wanted to remember forever. The quality of their work is truly unmatched - they delivered the most stunning, high-caliber photos that we will cherish for a lifetime. Victoria Beardslee Photo is simply the best wedding photographer we've ever seen, and we cannot recommend them highly enough.
Catherine H., 3 months ago
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Danny Lewis Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Danny Lewis Photography started with a love of photography, of artistry through still images, and of the magic of capturing moments in time through photography. About five years ago I decided to start my journey into professional photography - intitally starting with headshots, family photos, and event photography. After a few years (and second shooting for a few established photographers!), I decided to also include wedding photography and have been doing so ever since. With our experienced team of second shooters, we love making our couples and clients feel relaxed and smiling while we capture all of their wedding's best moments!

We went with Danny Lewis Photography for our wedding earlier this month, and we were so happy with our photos. Danny captured all the best moments of the wedding and was so easy and fun to work with. I will most definitely be hiring him back in the future for our annual family photos because he did such an amazing job with our wedding pictures. The photo booth was a great add-on, and such a big hit! Danny has so many amazing, cute, funny, cool props for the photo booth. Everyone loved the photo booth, it definitely added a ton of fun to our wedding. Thank you for helping make our wedding so memorable, and thank you for capturing our big day!
Kelsey & T., 3 years ago
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Deanna Delgado Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves San Rafael, 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
Deanna was truly the most amazing photographer for our wedding! Neither my husband nor I had ever taken professional photos before, and to be honest, we’re both pretty awkward and camera-shy. But from the moment we booked her, she made the whole experience feel effortless. She even offered an engagement session, which helped us get comfortable in front of the camera. By the end of it, we were blown away by how beautiful the photos turned out—far beyond what we had imagined! On the wedding day, Deanna was more than just a photographer; she was a calming presence amidst all the excitement and nerves. Her ability to guide us through poses felt so natural—never forced or uncomfortable. She has such an incredible eye for capturing genuine moments, and the photos reflect that in every frame. Deanna didn’t just document our wedding; she became a friend along the way. I can’t express how much we appreciate her talent, kindness, and professionalism. We’re already looking forward to working with her again for future milestones and photo sessions. Thank you, Deanna, for capturing our special day so perfectly—we couldn’t have asked for more!
Christy K., 2 months ago
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Naian Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves San Rafael, CA
  • Offer

Follow us on instagram *naian_weddings We are a husband and wife team and offer video services for your wedding day! We specialize in creating modern yet timeless nuptial images that you will cherish for a lifetime. With over seven years of experience in the industry, we take pride in providing couples with natural and candid images of your day. Fluent in Spanish, English and can handle a bit of Portuguese!

Awarded Best of Zola
Natalie and Pedro are the absolute best!! Not only are they both so kind, friendly, and personable, but so professional, patient, and organized. From the start of the planning process, I felt at ease with Natalie. I appreciate the fast communication, along with how open and upfront she is about everything, I really didnt have to ask her any questions. I am not photogenic at all lol and was so nervous about taking photos, but they made me feel comfortable and relaxed. I appreciated the directions they gave and how my husband and I could be silly and have a fun time whiIe taking pictures. I highly recommend having both Natalie and Pedro, you can never go wrong with 2 photographers! I got my sneak peeks yesterday and I am in total awe of the photos, I literally cried at how stunning they are. I cannot wait to see them all. You want Natalie and Pedro to capture your special day. Thank you both SO much!! here are engagement and wedding photos.
April S., 8 days ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Rafael, 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).

Awarded Best of Zola
She is so incredibly sweet and made us feel so good on our wedding day. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful! I am so grateful I found her!!
Hannah H., 6 months ago
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Joyce Li Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I’m so excited for your special day! This is not just another transaction to me - I’m here to support you every step of the way. You want to have a Star Wars themed wedding? I’m here for it! You wanna elope in the Dolomites in Italy? I’ll all in! I want you to have the best experience and I’m here to empower you to do what feels most like you, because I care about you.

Awarded Best of Zola
We chose Joyce and Wesley for our wedding photos and Ari for our videographer and we are so happy we did!! Joyce was super attentive and responsive with emails and was always available to talk or help out with anything. On the wedding day she was more than willing to help us and make us feel comfortable. We are in awe of how amazing our photos and video turned out and couldn't have asked for a better team!
Aimee, a year ago
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Liza Lavine Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves San Rafael, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Liza was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the initial contact, her communication was speedy, easy, and incredibly helpful. Liza was so efficient in ensuring we got all the photos we wanted, and the final results were simply stunning - exceeding our expectations in every way. The value she provided was excellent, with her services being reasonably priced given the incredible quality of her work. We could not be happier with the experience and cherished memories Liza helped create for our special day.
Jennifer G., a month ago
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Fit the Frame photography 

4.7

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

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).

Awarded Best of Zola
Memo_Media is an amazing photographer who captured our wedding day beautifully. He has a great eye for photography, and every single one of his shots was amazing! We were lucky to have him, especially because he was familiar with Sacramento and the hotel venue for our reception, so he knew and planned all of the shots ahead of time. We'd definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a modern, classy aesthetic and for someone who will make the photos on your wedding day easy and fun!
Elizabeth and K., 4 months ago
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Bonie Weddings 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

At Bonie Weddings, we specialize in capturing the genuine, unforgettable moments of your big day, from the first kiss to the final dance. Our team of photographers and videographers is committed to telling your unique love story with a timeless style that you'll cherish for a lifetime. We understand that wedding planning can be overwhelming, which is why our in-house planning team is here to streamline the process. With clear communication and personalized support, we handle the details so you can focus on enjoying your special day with less stress.

Bonie Weddings was a great choice for my husband and me for our wedding photo & video shoot. We heard about Bonie Weddings through Zola and saw some great reviews from real couples. We decided to book an in-person consultation to ask a few questions about their services for my wedding. First off, their turnaround time is amazing that is 18 days and they offer the best prices and additional value to our couples. Secondly, their team made us feel so comfortable. I don’t know how to explain it, but they were so professional and took their work seriously.
Kelsey, a year ago
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Sarah Fischback Photography 

5.0

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

With a sparkling new ring on your finger & your dream venue secured - it's time to choose who you will entrust to capture the moments you will cherish forever. My name is Sarah and I am the head photographer at SFP. I have a love of working in natural light & creating bright, timeless & true tone images.

Awarded Best of Zola
TLDR: Sarah Fischback photography was perfect for our wedding! She worked with us every step of the way, had contingency plans and made our wedding day perfect. Why/what we chose: We booked her about a year out from our wedding in May 2024. We wanted someone who was local, with a great portfolio, and wasn’t a chain with multiple sites and a huge staff. She was flexible with the contract as we decided what we did and didn’t want. We decided on 1 photographer for 8 hours, 1 photographer for 6 hours & 1 videographer for 6 hours with an 8-10 min video of the day, plus a hard drive of pictures & footage. Leading up: We made payments in 3 installments over that year. We filled out a form which laid out specific shots we wanted, timeline for the day, and choose music for the video. 1 month before the wedding we had a phone call with Sarah directly to discuss all the plans. She answered every question we had and took great notes on a spreadsheet that she shared with us. She also told us that she was pregnant and would be due sometime soon after our wedding so she was planning to have the second photographer stay longer to help out in case she couldn’t do certain things, at no charge to us. The only “problem”: A week before the wedding Sarah texted us that she had gone into labor. This could easily have been one of those stressful last minute wedding issues, but she had an organized, thorough, and thoughtful contingency plan. She had her secondary photographer become the primary, and had another individual as her secondary. She filled them in on the plans of the day and everything was still a go! And Sarah still edited our photos. It was a bummer we wouldn’t have Sarah there, but given how everything had gone so far we trusted her and hoped for the best! Wedding day: The bridal party was met by Sara Fischer (our new primary) at a nearby hotel right on time for all the getting ready shots! Sean (secondary) arrived with Jose (videographer). They started with shots of the venue and groomsmen getting ready. The ceremony started and they just sort of blended in with the crowd, it was great! We didn’t have a wedding planner for making sure we were on time, but the photographers helped with this (not their job but super helpful). The reception went really well too! They worked hard and I hope I gave them a break to have some food as the day really got away from me! One of the other great things was I had a film camera and wanted some film photos and Sean took a bunch with it for me and I really appreciated that (I bought the film, developed, & scanned them & Sarah did edit some of them). Sara, Sean, and Jose were absolutely delightful people to have at the wedding and seemed truly happy to be there. Photo reveal: 2 weeks after the ceremony we got 8 sneak peaks and gave some feedback on coloring and lighting preferences! 8 weeks after the ceremony we got our photos! I honestly love every single photo they took! Absolutely no duds! Our video was 9 minutes long and beautiful! It is amazing to see all these shots of us and our guests, especially from times I didn’t even notice the cameras. Final thoughts: I cannot recommend Sarah Fischback enough. She did so much for us and made our day very special. I know the photographer is one of the most expensive parts of the wedding, but Sarah far exceeded my expectations and it was well worth it!
Camille D., 5 months ago
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Entenmann Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,850
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

The Montana photographer with multiple editing color profiles! I'm a visual storyteller local to Red Lodge MT but I travel all over. I've been to 13 countries! My goal is to deliver photos that will FEEL like you in all aspects, I'd be thrilled to capture your special day! I focus on all the iconic moments AND the heartfelt/tearful moments in between. I've been a photographer for 13 years and have loved every minute of it. This is my full time career and I'm very dedicated to it. I'm very helpful and organized, I will take care of you! You've found "the one" in each other and I'm here to be "the one" to capture your day!

Awarded Best of Zola
If you're looking for a wedding photographer in Montana, Julie is the one. She’s incredibly talented, not only with photography but also with planning and organization. We didn’t have to worry about a thing — she had everything perfectly outlined, which let us focus on enjoying our day. The photos were stunning, and her use of light was remarkable. Julie is also super efficient, keeping the day running smoothly without feeling rushed. I can’t recommend her enough!
Cameron S., 25 days ago
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Elle & Co Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I am a luxury destination photographer based in MICHIGAN, COLORADO & FLORIDA! I am ALL over Michigan and all over the nation! I have a home in Lansing, Holland & Traverse City. I travel all over Michigan capturing my clients from Lansing to Grand Rapids to the west coast of Lake Michigan to Mackinac Island & Traverse City to all metro Detroit! I have a second home in Vail/Summit County, CO as well as Clearwater Beach/Tampa. This allows me to be local to multiple places and states! This career is so much more than just showing up and taking photos. It's emotion, it's detail, it's getting to know my clients and capturing each of them uniquely.

Dani did our engagement photos then wedding photos and also a fun newlywed session the day after our wedding. She has a way of making you feel so comfortable which is really big for us not having photo experience. We will be using Elle & Co Photography for a lifetime! She nails our vision and our photos always turn out amazing. 10/10 recommend!!
Lauren, 9 months ago
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Heather Blackwood Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hey, I'm so glad you're here! My name is Heather and I live in beautiful Foresthill, CA. I love any and all hard seltzers, my Great Dane Fritz, and using my camera to capture all the feels. About my business? Well I'm basically a professional wedding crasher, so you know you will always have fun with me! Oh and I've pretty much cried at every wedding I've ever been to...and yours is no exception. Let's be friends!

You can't go wrong with Heather. She and her team handled our engagement photos and shot our wedding. Both sets of pictures are incredible! She captured amazing moments of our wedding--and they match our memories perfectly. Heather's photos are stunning, but also feel authentic. Beyond her photography and editing abilities, she made us feel very comfortable. My wife and I aren't used to professional photoshoots (we are humble folk), so having someone so kind and down-to-earth made those experiences fun. Heather felt like someone we'd want to have at our wedding anyway! Hire her, have fun, and frame those prints.
Adrian J., 6 months ago
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Kaitlyn Carter Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I am a travel photographer based out of Louisville, Kentucky. I have always been the friend with the camera admiring those around me. I am truly captivated by people simply being people, always finding beauty in human connections and the REAL. My goal is to be a calming presence, help the day run smooth, and ensure everyone in front of the camera feels COMFORTABLE. I lean toward documentary style photography emphasizing what makes your love unique.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kaitlyn Carter Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our first interaction, Kaitlyn was responsive, easy-going, but also very professional, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, her calm and friendly presence was so comforting, and she captured every moment beautifully - from the small, intimate details as we were getting ready to the larger, posed family shots. The quality of Kaitlyn's work is simply stunning, with a documentary-style approach and gorgeous natural lighting that perfectly encapsulated the passion and love of our special day. We are thrilled with the photos from our engagement session and wedding day and couldn't recommend Kaitlyn Carter Photography more highly.
Marina G., a month ago
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Julia Goldberg Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hi! My name is Julia and I am a wedding and elopement photographer based in San Francisco. Photography is not just a job to me, it is truly my passion and my absolute favorite thing to do. I love getting to know each and every one of the couples that I photograph to fully understand their personality to deliver photos that are perfectly unique to them! I will help you along every little step of the way of planning your elopement or wedding. I am always available for a chat!

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved our experience with Julia. She was very good with her communication from the beginning. She started out with making sure she knew what we wanted from the shoot and then made sure we knew what things to bring so we'd be prepared for the shoot. Julia has a naturally open personality and it was fun to talk to her during the shoot. To finish it off, the pictures she gave back to us were absolutely gorgeous! 10/10 experience all the way through :)
Savannah H., 2 years ago
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Jade Lin Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Jade is an accomplished and award-winning professional wedding and portrait photographer. With a contemplative approach, Jade's work is not only elegant but also encapsulates the essence of each moment. Her photography style is a seamless blend of photojournalism, creativity, and a fine art touch, resulting in captivating images that tell a unique story. Alongside her talented team, Jade is thrilled to capture precious moments and craft enduring memories for her clients. With Jade Lin Photography, you can trust that your special moments will be transformed into timeless works of art.

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My husband and I had a wonderful experience working with Jade. She was professional, attentive, flexible, creative, knowledgeable, personable, passionate about her work, warm, and just a lovely person to work with. We found her portfolio on Wedding Wire and really liked her style of photos. When we reached out, she was very thorough and clear in the packages that she offered and always responded quickly. Based on the price and her photos, it was an easy choice for us to book her as our wedding photographer. My husband and I chose to get married at San Francisco City Hall, so we also wanted someone who had lots of experience at this venue and Jade did not disappoint. After we booked her, she scheduled a planning meeting with us one week before our wedding date. I loved that she enjoyed getting to know us as a couple and our love story and gave us tips on poses and where to get my bridal bouquet. On our wedding day, Jade arrived early and greeted us, super excited to photograph our wedding. She was very knowledgeable in where to go for the best photos and suggested many poses for us to try. She was also very attentive to our needs and energy levels and checked in with us often as it was a busy day. It took about 2 months for us to receive the photos and we are in love with them. They captured our sweetest moments and brought us right back to our wedding day. Lastly, you can tell how passionate Jade is as a photographer by the way she talks about photography and capturing wedding moments. Thank you, Jade, for your hard work and dedication to our wedding photos. We will enjoy them for a lifetime and we hope to work with you again in the future! :)
Amy H., a year ago
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Michael Teddy Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves San Rafael, CA
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“Imagine By You, Captured By Us”. Welcome you to Michael Teddy Photography. Where we specialize in capturing your moments that last a lifetime. We strive to deliver stunning images that tell your unique story. With a passion for capturing the essence of special occasions, Michael Teddy Photography brings a unique and artistic approach to every shoot. From the initial consultation to the final delivery of your images, Michael Teddy Photography is committed to providing exceptional service and breathtaking photographs. Every image is carefully edited to perfection, highlighting the beauty and emotion of each moment captured.

Michael did an amazing job of taking picture of our family. Thanks to him, we have beautiful souvenirs of this milestone. Thank you again, Michael!
Celine A., 6 months ago
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Azaria Chavira Photography 

5.0

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

Hi! I’m Azaria. I am a Northern California-based Travel Wedding and Elopement photographer. How did I get here? I grew up in small-town Nebraska with a love for adventure and photography. I got to explore those passions when I got married, my husband joined the military, and we got stationed overseas. I used that opportunity to travel and see many countries. When we returned stateside, I pursued my passion for photography by getting my degree at Brooks Institute of Photography.

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Azaria not only delivers a beautiful product, but she is a beautiful person inside and out. Her talent behind the lens is undeniable. My husband and I booked her for a wedding vow renewal in the California Redwood forests. Originally we went with her because she knew the area and could help navigate us during the day (plus her instagram was proof of her skills!), we ended up getting so much more. She recruited her husband David to stand in as our "officiant" (even though we're already married), and the care and attention to detail he took made the ceremony so much more sacred. It was his energy that truly led the vows. Azaria spent all day with us and creatively had us posing and positioned behind the most spectacular scenery. She thought of all the things I didn't: maps, cell service, comfy shoes, jackets, and more. She truly gives her whole energy to your event. We had several zoom meetings leading up to our travels she makes herself available for all ideas or questions. I was surprised when she told me how many clients she works with annually because my husband and I felt like we were the only ones- her attention to detail and talent are outstanding. I'm grateful to have had her shape and capture our day.
Elizabeth, 4 months ago
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Splashes Of Time Photography 

5.0

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

Splashes of Time Photography is a local studio providing wedding photography to newly engaged couples. Owner and Master Photographer Eric Andrew founded the company with the goal to create timeless images that will be cherished for a lifetime and for generations to come.

Eric is a brilliant photographer and I wouldn’t have wanted anyone else to photograph our wedding. From initial contact, to pre wedding check ins and then on the day itself, Eric was professional, friendly, responsive and super helpful. On the day itself he was great at putting us at ease, coming up with some interesting shots as we came across things and also really receptive to our suggestions.
Michelle K., 4 months ago
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Luz Castro Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hi, I'm Luz! I am 31 years old. I love to travel, I'm from Colombia, the country where born this brand, I started 7 years ago working for clubs and national artists in concerts and shows, By 2018, I had already worked with more than 5 artists and several weddings on board and the creation of content for clubs and restaurants brands. that required our services eventually. I want to offer all our clients the best experience and the best result depending on the needs and above all understanding the point of view of each new project.

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She is the best photographer and amazing person The most important thing about her is that she loves what she does and puts all her effort so that her work turns out perfect.
Brenda Mejia , a year ago
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Angela Sue Photography 

5.0

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

Angela Sue Photography provides Bay Area brides and grooms with a romantic and timeless wedding photography experience that celebrates the legacy of their love story. We believe in love. Unconditional and relentless love.

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Angela Sue Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. They were precise and thoughtful in their instructions and communication, which put us at ease throughout the day. Their work is very intentional and detail-oriented - they showed up promptly and made us feel like our day was their top priority. For example, Michael and Angela had memorized the names of our family members in advance, which made the group photos seamless and efficient. We couldn't have asked for better photographers to capture our special day. The photos are airy, bright, and perfectly capture all the details and couple shots. Angela and Michael made us feel comfortable in front of the camera and blended in seamlessly with our wedding celebration. There is no one better we could have had for our wedding photography.
Brenna S., 5 days ago
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Paola Blanco Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,100
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hi, I'm Pao, the storyteller behind the lens for your wedding and engagement session. Originally from Colombia, I now reside in San Francisco with my husband and my cat. I approach each session with excitement and joy, putting my heart and love into every moment captured. My passion lies in preserving special moments and creating a comfortable and enjoyable experience for couples.I am dedicated to ensuring that your wedding and engagement session is not only memorable but also a reflection of your unique love story. I look forward to working with you to create beautiful and timeless memories together.

I highly recommend Paola Blanco, she is very patient ,creative, professionalism and easy to talk to , she has a great eye for detail !
Majo’s Bakery, a year ago
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Perez Family Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

From our family to yours... Wherever God leads us, we will travel to capture your precious moments. We believe that each photoshoot is a divine appointment, and we are honored to be part of your journey. We are Robert and Justina, a husband and wife photography team with three wonderful children: a 4-year-old boy, a 14-year-old boy, and a 17-month-old girl. Often our kiddos travel with us to photoshoots (not weddings, haha ) , making it a true family affair. Family is everything to us, and our business reflects that passion. (As far as weddings, usually one of us shoot the weddings).

The Perez family are one of th3 beat decisions we made for our special day, They were so professional, Kind, attentive, and captured the best moments, we couldn't be happier.
Carmen M., 5 months ago
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Nicole Serna Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Plant lover, dog mom, croc rockin', beach cruisin', online shopping photog. You might catch me watching Emily in Paris while snuggled next to our giant lap dogs Lulu and Buddy or traveling the world to inspiring places with my husband (and best friend) Audie. I studied photography at the Academy of Art University in my favorite city by the bay, San Francisco. I continuously develop and modernize my knowledge and experience by utilizing my member resources provided by the Professional Photographers of America (PPA) Association.

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I found Nicole kind of serendipitously on Instagram - she had commented on a post mentioning that she would love to shoot a wedding at our venue so I sent her a DM to inquire about her services. She was very attentive to answering all my questions and scheduling a call to discuss our wedding and her services. We found her pricing to be very competitive and edged out the other photographers we had been considering. We were excited her package included an engagement shoot and thought it was a good opportunity to build rapport and feel more comfortable having our photos taken before our wedding day. We live a few hours away from our venue and her location but she graciously offered to travel to us for our engagement shoot! We could tell she put a lot of effort into scouting out locations and making the most of our shoot, and she turned our photos around to us so quickly! It was just a few weeks before our wedding so it had us feeling excited and confident that our photos would turn out great. Our wedding day went very smoothly and Nicole was very organized and did a great job! She even came up to me during the wedding to let me know that we might want to reshoot some photos of my dad lifting my veil. I thought that was so considerate! Just like our engagement shoot, I could tell the time and effort she put into scouting out locations and getting all the photos we had asked for. There were a few photos on my shot list that we did not get to do, which obviously we had hoped to have, but I understand my wedding was a very short timeline. We were blown away by the sneak peeks we received just 24 hours after our wedding! And Nicole managed to turn our entire gallery around to us in just 3 weeks. We had friends who got married 6 weeks before us and they were still waiting on their gallery! The gallery is easy to share with friends and family, easy to download and well organized! We really appreciate Nicole for capturing our day so beautifully and giving us photos that we can look back on and love forever! We would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a wedding photographer and hope to be able to use her services in the future to capture more seasons of our lives!
Erica, 9 months ago
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Nicole Blumberg Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

First off, congratulations on your upcoming wedding!! We are a husband and wife team capturing weddings since 2010. Our work is based in the vibrant San Francisco and picturesque Napa areas. We believe the best photographs are Timeless, authentic and focus on the joy of your day. Our goal is to document your special day as it unfolds, preserving your unique attributes and charm while keeping it easy and beautiful.

Nicole Blumberg is a phenomenal wedding photographer who exceeded all our expectations. From the moment we first met her, Nicole's warm and professional demeanor put us at ease. She took the time to understand our vision and brought it to life with an artistic flair that left us in awe. On our wedding day, Nicole was a calm and reassuring presence. She captured every moment with such precision and creativity, blending into the background while also guiding us to ensure the best shots. Her attention to detail and ability to capture genuine emotions made our photos truly special. Flash forward 8 years later, we have trusted Nicole to capture our growing family. We highly recommend Nicole to anyone looking for a wedding photographer and beyond who will deliver stunning, heartfelt photos that you'll cherish forever.
Kristen C., 5 months ago
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Charby & Co 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

At Charby & Co, we believed your love story is too important to not be captured how it feels. While we prefer to be sharing your stories, here's a little bit about us as your husband and wife photo+video duo! Jasmine is a California born and bred photographer with over 7 years of experience shooting weddings. While on lockdown in March of 2020, she met a photojournalist from Minnesota named Jacob. After years of watching Jasmine in the business, Jacob joined as a wedding videographer to put his experience as a storyteller to work. We now travel as a couple to capture love across the states, no travel fees wherever your wedding is.

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Where do I begin, Charby & Co is the most amazing photographer to work with. As me and my husband were planning our elopement we had no idea where to begin. We came across Charby & Co and I told her about the vision I had for our wedding elopement. She was very professional and she stayed in touch with me for months leading up to our big day. She was very insightful of the location we picked, and she had many recommendations for places near by during our stay. Charby & Co exceeded my expectations when it comes to her amazing, talented, beautiful work! I will forever be grateful that she was my photographer for one of the best days in my life. The entire experience was breathtaking and she made me and my husband so comfortable in front of the camera. She truly made our elopement so special and our pictures speak for themselves. The gallery of amazing work that was captured on our beautiful day, was a complete dream come true!! Charby & Co is truly one of a kind, and her work is extraordinary.
Chardonae S., 10 months ago
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Garrett Saler Photography 

5.0

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

As your wedding photographer, a significant part of my role is to consider the fine art aspects of the galleries I create. Things like choosing the best light to fall over your wedding gown, balancing compositions, blending color, and layering textures to create dynamic and beautiful images. But it's much bigger than that. Photographs tell our stories, reveal emotion in ways that words can't, and offer the gift of visual legacy. An artfully told story transcends time. Beautiful photographs require exceptional artists. And you deserve exceptional art.

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Garrett did phenomenal! He was very professional as well as his second photographer. Garrett was everywhere we needed him to be and everywhere we didn’t know he needed to be at. We are glad we chose Garrett photography to service our wedding.
Aaliyah & V., 3 years ago
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Picture This Wedding 

4.8

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Picture This Wedding is a wedding photography & Videogrphy and company based . They have been in business for more than a decade, so they know that planning your dream wedding is no small undertaking. The process can feel pretty stressful, but they have the talent and experience required to put your mind at ease. Their team is comprised of many talented photographers, each with their own style. Picture This Wedding can match you with the member of their team who is just right for you. They cover weddings all across the country and around the world, so they are ready to follow wherever love may lead.

Fantastic! Picture This was so great to work with! They went above and beyond to make our photos just as we wanted them, down to the last detail. Keith and Renee were amazing photographers, and Luke was an incredible videographer! Our wedding video came out incredible! And on top of it all, the wedding album they created is gorgeous. Thanks for capturing our special day!
Mrs. P., a month ago
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Carlos Rosales Photography 

5.0

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

Carlos Rosales Photography is a wedding and lifestyle photography company operating out of Salinas, California. Owner and lead photographer Carlos is a talented storyteller that strives to provide exceptional service to every couple he works with. He creates one-of-a-kind collections that allow his clients to relive their joyous day again and again for years to come. His work is vibrant, intentional, and evocative, encapsulating the essence of every event.

Working with Carlos for our wedding was amazing. He’s cooperative, the photos came out amazing and he even gave us a ride to the reception after everyone forgot us at the church. He captured a wide range of shots from the ceremony to the party. We also really appreciated the final product, the editing was great and the shareable link was appreciated by the whole family. Overall my wife and I are super pleased and highly recommend his services.
Isaac and A., a year ago
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Luke is the Blacksheep Photography & Video 

4.8

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I'm a photographer that absolutely loves working with people of all types. I've photographed just about every situation you can imagine - and I use that experience to create memorable images that stand out from the rest. I consider myself extremely easy to work with and I strive hard to make sure that the photography and videography part of your wedding is something you don't have to worry about.

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We were thrilled with Luke from Blacksheep Photography & Video! His communication was timely and friendly leading up to the big day. On the wedding day itself, Luke brought a professional yet personable presence. He made sure to capture all the special moments we hoped for, even asking if there were any specific shots we wanted. The end result is a gorgeous collection of photos that capture the joy and love from our special day. Luke's photography is amazing and thorough - he finds and captures so many touching details. For any couple looking for a talented, friendly photographer to beautifully capture your wedding memories, we highly recommend Luke at Blacksheep Photography & Video!
Melanie G., 5 months ago
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Prest1ge Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Ever since I can remember, I've been captivated by the power of a single moment to tell a whole story. As a wedding photographer, I get to capture those fleeting, special moments that make each couple's love story unique. With over 4 + years of experience, I blend artistry with technical skill to create images that are not only beautiful but deeply meaningful.

Caleb captured so many great moments from our wedding day! He helped the day to run smoothly, was easy to work with throughout the day, and went out of his way to get the shots we were hoping for! We are so excited to have his photos to look back on and cherish for years to come!
Heidi S., 15 days ago
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Steph Liz Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hello All! I'm Steph... A wife of almost 15yrs to the love of my life, a mommy to 4 wonderful kiddos, and a very passionate photographer that absolutely loves to capture life's most memorable moments! Elopements and weddings are my favorite to capture, they are life's greatest and most special moments that a couple will share together. These moments will be remembered for the rest of the couple's life, their love and commitment to one another, and embracing their future life together. Capturing those moments for each couple to look back at, and re-live those special memories, brings me such happiness.

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Highly recommended Steph! She was super sweet and funny. She guided us very well showed us how to pose! Will definitely be rebooking with her.
Yesenia, 2 years ago
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Natalie Renee Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Northern California wedding photographer inspired by real moments between people who love each other and dreamy lighting. There is nothing I love more than capturing emotion and details in all the magical moments. I want to deliver photos filled with emotion, fun, and laughter. I bring lots of love and energy with me to make you feel comfortable so you can have fun in front of the camera. I work to build a true friendship with you to create trust which aids in gorgeous photos.

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Natalie is a very talented photographer! She is great at giving her clients directions to make them feel comfortable in front of the camera. She delivers high quality images in her galleries and makes clients feel extra special by adding them to the blog on her website. I have had the opportunity to second shoot with Natalie on multiple occasions and I would highly recommend Natalie Renee Photography to anyone looking for a great experience!
Sharp Shooter Photography, 3 years ago
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Mikaela Leian Photography 

5.0

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

Hi there! My name is Mikaela and I am a Southern Idaho photographer. I absolutely love everything about photography and I am obsessed with getting the best shots and producing the best work! I strive to be affordable in todays market. I absolutely love to tag along to all of your life events! I love when I am able to capture everything major in your life! From engagement, to your wedding, to your gender reveal, baby shower and birth! I absolutely love LOVE! I am the photographer who might cry at your wedding because I can just see how happy you both are and even if I may not know you, Im your biggest cheerleader!

Mikaela is a wonderful photographer who makes her clients feel comfortable in front of a camera. She has wonderful vision that translates to beautiful shots. She is quick with communication and easy to work with!
Thueson Floral Co., 3 years ago
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Helena Wong Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $7,200
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

My name is Helena, pronounced Ha-Leen-nuh (don't worry I get it all the time haha) I am a San Francisco native and ex-Silicon Valley techie who decided to take leap of faith (during the pandemic) to pursue my dreams of being a full-time Wedding Photographer. This journey has been SO wild, but I don't regret a minute of it. When you hire me, you hire not only a photographer, but a planner and a cheerleader as well ;) If you like dogs or cats, coffee (oat milk lattes FTW), thriving plants, outdoor adventures, dancing, and sunsets, I think we'll get along great ;)

Helena has given us the greatest gift. No words can express how amazing these photos turned out. We are in awe and are overjoyed that we decided to hire Helena. My husband and I were unable to move forward with our destination wedding due to the pandemic but after working with Helena we have absolutely zero regrets. Helena was not only professional but SO much fun to work with. My husband is not the most comfortable in front of the camera- but her animated approach and prompting made us both feel so at ease. She captured our intimate moments and our personalities so perfectly. Her eye for capturing the light and landscapes resulted in stunning images you would think are unreal. She is a true artist. I cannot wait to frame and hang these photos in our home. Highly HIGHLY recommend. You will not regret choosing her to be a part of your big day.10/10. Five stars!
Stacey L., 4 years ago

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About wedding photographers in San Rafael, CA

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

A San Rafael, CA wedding photographer ranges from $400 to $20,000 and averages at $3,000. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in San Rafael, 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 Rafael, 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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