The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in San Rafael, CA

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in San Rafael, CA

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Garrett Museau Photography & Cinematography 

5.0

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

Garrett Museau Photography is a professional studio based out of Berlin, NJ. Owner Garrett Museau is dedicated to using his talents and expertise in the industry to capture exceptional images of each couple’s special day. He will work alongside his team to gain a genuine understanding of your individual style and taste in order to capture photographs that represent your relationship.

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Garrett and his team were amazing. Couldn't ask for a better Photographer and Videographer. They were compassionate and helpful from beginning to end. I was nervous and he made me feel at ease. I hate taking pictures and he was patient and gave me pointers on what to do and assured me they will come out great. They made it very easy and calming. Would definitely recommend This team for my vowel renewal.
Kimsha D., 5 months ago
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Loren Hansen Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Welcome. I’ve been a make-up artist, chocolatier, a barista, a pet-sitter, a bartender but I’ve always been “that girl with the camera.” (I’ve also been, “that girl who sleeps on our couch” or “that girl who’s booty I saw in the newspaper” but I digress…). Currently, I base my photography business in Petaluma, CA. I grew up in Sonoma County but in my early 20’s I picked up and moved to Manitoba and that’s where I stayed for many years. Upon my return to CA in 2013 I turned my passion for photography into a career. It’s been a journey to call photography my profession, but I’ve always been a photographer and I’ve always been an artist.

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We cannot thank Loren Hasen enough for her outstanding work at our wedding! Loren was incredibly professional, fun, and personable. She seamlessly blended into the background, making it easy to be ourselves without even realizing she was there. The photos Loren took are absolutely stunning. She captured every special moment with skill and creativity, leaving us amazed at the fantastic shots she managed to get. Each photo truly reflects the joy and love of our special day. Loren, your work exceeded our expectations, and we are so grateful for the beautiful memories you've given us. Thank you for being such an integral part of our wedding. We highly recommend you to anyone looking for a talented and delightful photographer!
Alex & Megan, 6 months ago
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Lisa Stone Photography 

5.0

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

If you would have known me growing up, you would have been surprised if I didn’t become a photographer! I fell in love with photography after spending countless hours in the darkroom. Since 2008, I have been working professionally in the photography industry and have shot over 300 weddings and numerous other assignments in almost every genre of photography. Why Weddings? I love problem solving and puzzles, and I’m always up for a good challenge. For me, a wedding is a day full of all of the things that I love. Its basically a whole day of coming up with solutions to make the best photographs for my couples.

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Lisa was the perfect photographer for our wedding! She was patient, meticulous, friendly and professional, and above all, she took amazing photos! While we were preparing for the wedding, she communicated proactively and clearly, and was the perfect mix of flexible and organized. During the wedding, she came early to scout out the venue and find the perfect spots for portraits and group photos, as well as taking breathtaking photos of the venue, and continued to be totally on top of everything throughout the event. We knew as soon as we looked at her gallery that Lisa was the perfect choice for our tastes, and the photos she took for us matched the aesthetics and skill in her gallery completely! We've both been addicted to looking at them ever since. Book Lisa for your wedding - you won't regret it!
Will S., a year ago
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Eichar Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,400
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Lauren and Jamie here. Hi! We love all love. We’re down to earth, creatively driven, ready for beautiful adventures, and in this business for the moments. We're so excited to hear about your wedding plans and to start chatting-- we'll do our best to get back to you within 24 hours. A great way to start getting to know us is over on Instagram where we post and share behind the scenes on stories almost daily: @eicharphotography Head to our website to see our images in full res and to stalk us some more: www.eicharphotography.com Looking forward to your email!

There aren't enough great things to say about the Eichar's that haven't already been said!! We first inquired about an engagement shoot, and Lauren was super responsive with info and location suggestions. On the day of the shoot, she made us feel super comfortable since it was the first shoot my fiance and i had ever done. They sent us photos a few weeks later, and once we saw those, we knew we had to book them for the wedding as well. We opted for their photo and video package and are super happy with how everything turned out! Would definitely book again for futures photoshoots!
Kyle C., 3 years ago
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Russ Levi Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I am an irreverent guy who just so happens to create beautiful-rich-vibrant-uniquely-authentic wedding photography in and around the Bay Area, all over California and anywhere there’s beautiful light.

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We couldn't imagine having a better photographer for our wedding than Russ. He's such a professional, took absolutely stunning photos for us, and got the photos back to us lightning fast. If he's available for your date, book him fast before he's taken! We had previously used Russ for our engagement photoshoot at SF MOMA and loved the way the photos came out. With the pandemic making a full wedding tricky, we chose to switch to a micro-wedding, with a few onsite guests and more on Zoom, down in southern California (Malibu) and Russ agreed to drive down from the Bay Area to shoot it for us. He arrived early and covid safe in an N95 mask. He's great at putting you at ease all day. We also love that he mostly uses a photojournalistic/candid style that documents everything but doesn't get in the way of your wedding with lots of distractions and staged photos. He takes colorful and sharp photos that really capture the moment and make you look great and feel like a moviestar.
Katie + S., 4 years ago
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Aryk Copley Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,350
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Welcome! My name is Aryk, I’m a self-taught artist who built my skills from the ground up. My experience in photojournalism and street photography combined with my love of fine art are the foundation of my style. My approach to weddings is that of a documentarian and a witness. My couples are folks who value quality and intimacy, and want their wedding day illustrated with a unique album filled with artful candids, punctuated by breathtaking fine art portraiture.

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Aryk is one of a kind. Our wedding was so beautifully captured thanks to them. As a wedding photographer myself, it was important for me to find someone that excelled not just in the technical aspects, but in the overall experience they provide their couples. Aryk always made me and Noah feel comfortable and listened to. They're sensible, communicative, professional, courteous, and always engaged. Always going with the flow, Aryk can adapt to change while still providing excellent results. We appreciated how Aryk's photography method provided us with a one-of-a-kind gallery: a blend of film and digital, all showcasing the genuine emotions I so desperately wanted captured, and in such a beautiful way. Our families and friends are STILL so in awe of the photos we came out with thanks to them. We love you Aryk!!
Annie, 4 months ago
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Bustle & Twine 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Bustle & Twine specializes in documentary wedding photography - telling the story of your day through all the beautiful details, unexpected surprises, and candid emotions as they unfold. We strive to capture every moment of your day while keeping a low profile. Our team is comprised of award-winning professional photojournalists and portrait photographers, and while we were founded in 2014, all of our founding members have been documenting weddings for over 10 years now.

Awarded Best of Zola
Bustle & Twine (Lisa) beautifully captured every moments and details of our wedding. We can truly feel every moment and relive through it every time we look at these pictures. We also received all of our beautiful pictures in a very organized fashion and timely.
Leila and A., 3 years ago
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Meg Cooper Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,950
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

My name's Meg and I'm an elopement & intimate wedding photographer based in Sonoma County in Northern California. When my husband and I started planning our wedding day, we knew we wanted something very different than a traditional, big wedding day. We wanted an experience that was intimate, sentimental, and relaxed. And that's exactly what we created! We kept the traditions that made sense to us, and scrapped the rest without a shred of guilt.

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Meg is truly one of a kind. I met Meg at my best friends wedding in 2022 and immediately fell in love with her. When I got engaged in September 2023, I knew I needed Meg there to capture my big day. When we began the process, it was so easy to talk to Meg about what was important to us, what we hoped to capture, and our concerns (my husband hates photos and was worried about everything!). Meg was kind, compassionate, and understanding and truly worked with both of us to alleviate worries and ensure that we were both captured at our very best. On the big day, Meg was part of the crew. She was calm, cool, relaxed, and absolutely perfect. She kept us on schedule and made sure we took all the photos we wanted to, she was fun and made sure we laughed and relaxed. She found the most beautiful spot for our first look and made sure we had a lot of time together just the two of us before chaos started! For the ceremony and our group shots - it is literally perfect. Meg perfectly captured the beauty of the Russian River and the joy the permeated our big day. I love our wedding shots so much because you can truly see how much love there is. I cannot say enough about Meg - she is a genius at what she does and makes magic with her ability to keep you relaxed on such a stressful day and capture your beauty and joy. She even stayed into the late night dancing to capture our outfit changes, which are some of my favorite shots! We loved our time getting to know Meg and having her there. I truly cannot recommend Meg enough - she will not disappoint!
Jordan B., 16 days ago
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Stephanie Hopkins Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Serving Healdsburg, Napa, Sonoma and the Bay Area Easy and fun, like all weddings should be. (The stress stops here.) If I know you like I think I do, you’re getting married in Wine Country because you know it’s a place you’ll get taken care of. It’s a town full of hospitality and warmth. And let’s not forget the great wine, the perfect scenery, and the memories you’ll have forever because you two came here to say “I do.” You’ll have those moments because I’ll document them for you. And I can’t wait.

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I can’t recommend Stephanie enough! She is so much fun to work with and her photos always turn out incredible. She is so easy going and professional. She can make anyone feel comfortable in front of the camera! Absolutely love working with her!
Lauren, 5 years ago
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Melissa Atle 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

After 10 years and over 200 weddings, I know how to fold into a large group of people, how to be there and make it feel like I'm not. I've been documenting weddings for nearly a decade and I love it even more now than when I started. My work is candid, emotional, and comfortable. I love to infuse editorial and documentary moments into my galleries, but mostly I just love to be able to photograph moments as they unfold.

It’s been a year since our wedding and I still look at the photos Melissa captured of us on a daily basis. When we were going through the painstaking process of planning and budgeting for our wedding, photos were at the top of my list in terms of their importance. Enter Melissa—we met a year and a half before our wedding day when she took our engagement photos and it was basically love at first sight. We felt so incredibly comfortable with her almost immediately and by the end of our session, we were bantering and joking around like old friends. Flash forward to our wedding day—not only did Melissa take gorgeous photos of our ceremony, first look, reception, etc, but she was a support system and that is something that is truly invaluable on one of the biggest days of your life. I can’t recommend her more.
Jessie + M., 4 years ago
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Amy Little Photography 

5.0

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

I'm Amy, chief picture taker, head editor, dubious web designer, and volunteer animal hugger at Amy Little Photography. Work is always fun because I'm never far from snacks and never close to snakes. Taking pretty pictures is easy. But documenting the honest, emotionally raw, and laugh-out-loud, because you didn't know that happened pictures is where I really shine. Photographing hundreds of weddings has deepened my joy of authentic storytelling. It's also been a catalyst for my cake addiction so I hope you're cool with being an enabler.

When I was looking at photographer portfolios, what I paid attention to most was how they captured candids. Could the joy, love, and excitement of the days shine through? Literally no one could compete with Amy Little there! She has an incredible talent for capturing the sweet moments that make a wedding special. Then I talked to her, and we instantly vibed. She even made my fiance lighten up and feel comfortable -- a herculean task! On top of that, she made us look and feel stunning. She taught us two awkward penguins how to model and let our true selves show on film. I still don't know how she did it! And on the day of, she not only was solving problems like a boss, she turned her creative eye into some jawdroppingly beautiful creative pictures in the rain. She's a genius, and I couldn't be happier with how the photos turned out.
Frannie U., 4 days ago
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Boris Zharkov Photography 

5.0

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

Hey, My name is Boris and I'm stoked you are here. I'm passionate about creating authentic visual memories for humans who are madly in love with each other, so they can travel back in time and relive the deepest moments of their lives. I can't wait to hear your story!

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We LOVED working with Boris for our wedding photos! He was incredibly kind and thoughtful from the very start. We felt comfortable with him almost immediately, and he was really deliberate about remembering details about us, even just from one conversation. At our wedding, even our guests commented to us about how he somehow managed to be everywhere at once -- he didn't miss a single moment! We got our pictures in a timely manner, and what's more, they are LOVELY! We really enjoyed working with him, adore his photos, and would hire him again in a heartbeat.
Megan + C., 2 years ago
Jana Contreras Photography and Videography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $9,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

We are a destination wedding photographer and videographer husband & wife team who travels to wherever your story is taking place. We are located just north of San Francisco, California. Oftentimes this dream job of ours takes us to places like: Mendocino, Joshua Tree, Seattle & Mexico. We love to document small weddings and elopements in real time, capture couples in their element and ultimately be part of their village. We believe in communicating well and truly getting to know our couples. We do this so we can truly tell your story intentionally. We work as a team to storyboard your story even before your wedding day happens.

Jana took photos for our wedding in San Francisco and we absolutely loved working with her and her husband for the video! Jana and Eli really care so much about their clients and their excellence, dedication and hard work really shows all over. Communicating with Jana was so easy and she really made sure to know what we wanted as a couple and was super responsive whenever I had questions. Thank you so so much Jana and Eli! You guys have the biggest hearts and our wedding day was extra special because of you both!
Jasmine & J., 2 years ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

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Hiring Eivan’s for our wedding was a great decision! Our photographer Gregory I was professional and FUN! He kept us smiling throughout the day with his quirky personality! My fiancé does not care for photos so I’m happy we had someone working with us who could make him comfortable. He made sure to get multiple images even if it was just “one more”, it was never one more! We had actually hired a different photographer and we replaced him with this company. Worth the stress and money! If I had any tips for the company, it would be to have your photographers give a 30 minute warning before their contracted time is up. Weddings are so busy for the bride and groom, it is very easy to lose track of time. I think clients would appreciate a little heads up just so they can try and capture any photos they may have missed. Other than that, I have ZERO complaints. Such an amazing experience! 10/10 highly recommend :)
Melanie T., 2 months ago
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Sound Originals Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Sound Originals Photo & Video is a team of EMMY award winning storytellers. Our photography and videography packages are tailored to you, customizable and perfect for every wedding. We offer engagement photography, wedding photos, highlight films, wedding coverage and more.

We had a wonderful experience working with Sound Originals for our wedding photographer vendor. Our photographer did such an amazing job, he took so many beautiful photos, it's difficult to pick our favorite, lol. Which, is definitely the kind of problem you want to have. The entire process was so easy, it really removed a huge stressor from planning/the wedding day. We had so much fun working with Steve. I highly recommend Sound Originals for wedding photography needs!
Bobbilyann C., 4 months ago
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George Street Photo and Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves San Rafael, CA
  • Offer

George Street Photo and Video has one story to tell: Yours. With over twenty years of experience, our award-winning team has been lucky to capture thousands of weddings for our couples across the United States. Specializing in both wedding photography and videography, we offer affordable and customizable packages starting at $1295 that are designed to suit your unique vision and budget. We even offer a fun style test to help us match you with a photographer that aligns with the vibe of your day.

George Street Photo and Video were the perfect photographers for our wedding day. Their communication throughout the planning process was timely, respectful, and they were quick to problem-solve any questions we had. On the day of the wedding, they used their drone to capture breathtaking aerial footage of the farm land and our guests enjoying themselves outside. The resulting photos and videos were absolutely amazing - we can relive our special day through their incredible work. George Street's professionalism and the quality of their services provided incredible value. We are so grateful to have found them to capture our wedding memories.
Jordyn, a month ago
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Khariza Rae Photography 

5.0

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

A San Francisco based photographer for joyous individuals who value inclusivity and authenticity. With a documentary style approach, I am dedicated to preserving memories in a way that is fun and easy-going, making your comfort a top priority. I strive to capture meaningful photos in a way that feels true and unique to who you are.

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Khariza and her assistant did a 10/10 job! From the very beginning, their communication was clear, easy, and simple, making the process extremely smooth. The quality of her work is incredible - their photos are sharp, classic, and super classy. Khariza did a great job of making us feel comfortable and confident throughout both photo shoots, and she expertly directed our family members during the City Hall shoot to ensure we got all the right shots, even when other people at City Hall were in the way. We are thrilled with the final results and couldn't be happier with our photographer choice! We recommend Khariza for all your photography needs!
Jon S., 3 months ago
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PictureMeThisByLacie 

5.0

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

Just like you, I have felt awkward in front of the camera. I’ve had photos taken of me that I didn’t like. When you go on a session with me, I will not only make you feel comfortable, but I will make sure you look good! I will give you prompts to keep you moving and laughing. I’m sorry but there are some angles, and poses that are not flattering for everyone. Like, please don’t take a photo of me from below! Hello double chin! What I’m saying is, I got you!

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Lacie was absolutely phenomenal to work with throughout the entire wedding planning process. From the moment we jumped on a phone call to see if they were a right fit, I knew they would be. Her enthusiasm, understanding, outgoing way that she relates to people is an energy that you want on your big day. Our engagement session was incredible, she moves so quickly but efficiently, as to ensure you get all the shots you want, but is very mindful of time. Our wedding day was COMPLETE because of Lacie. In addition to her positive attitude, she helped smooth the timeline of events during the day when exterior factors were impacting the photography, and problem solved so wonderfully on the spot. She stepped in to help in moments that were above and beyond what we hired her for, and for that I am truly grateful. Her photography style is versatile and beautiful, specifically catered to your preference. I can't imagine a better photographer for our wedding and we are so grateful!
Lily M., 3 months ago
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Drzazga Photo 

5.0

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

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

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Carly & Kasey went above and beyond my engagement/wedding photo expectations. They do more than just take a simple picture, anyone can do that. They truly know how to capture a moment that we can cherish forever in a way I never knew possible. I am forever grateful for choosing them to photograph such a special day. Best decision I made that day (besides marrying my husband of course)!
Carley, 4 years ago
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Sophia Osborne Photography 

5.0

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

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

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We were thrilled with Sophia Osborne Photography for our wedding photos. Sophia was extremely professional in all of our communications leading up to the big day - she was organized, responsive, and helped us feel at ease. On the wedding day, she captured so many beautiful candid moments with her vibrant, creative style. The colors and lighting in both our portraits and reception photos are gorgeous and realistic. We were so excited when we got our sneak peek photos - they perfectly capture the joy and love from our special day. We can't wait to receive the full photo package and relive more memories.
Miranda F., 6 months ago
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Hopkins Co 

5.0

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

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

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

5.0

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

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

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Dani and I have known each other for 15 years, which is wild within itself. I’ve watched her photography journey for a long long time. Which is why the second we got engaged I KNEW we would hire her. We had an engagement shoot, as well as an “our day” vow shoot. Let me tell you, my husband and I are very much “guide us and we’ll follow” people. We’re indecisive, we’re go with the flow people, and that’s not always easy to work with. Dani from day one has guided us and taken care of EVERYTHING. From giving us options/ideas and brainstorming, to nailing the plans in place once we decided what we wanted to do. We had our vow day shoot in the Dolomites in Italy. Sebastian and I have never traveled like that together and Dani literally planned everything including what hike we were taking and timelined everything out. Which is exactly what we explained we needed and were looking for when working with her. She took everything we wanted and what we explained we wanted each experience to be like, and she nailed it. Nailed the photos. Nailed the locations. Nailed being an all around fantastic and easy person to work with. She also stayed in contact with us throughout the entire 2 years we have been planning together. She was our cheerleader, our planner, our listening ear, without a doubt I would recommend her to everyone and anyone. Not to mention these photos are to die for, and everyone is obsessed!
Margaret, 4 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

We are team of traveling wedding photographers and videographers. For 2024, we have 90+ weddings booked in 29 different states. Our shooting style is photojournalistic, natural, CINEMATIC to traditional. Our editing and style depends. Very easygoing and flexible depending on the client's preference. Our team is dedicated in delivering memories.

Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film was an excellent choice for our wedding photography. Their communication throughout the process was thorough, quick, and easy, which put us at ease leading up to the big day. The quality of their work was truly outstanding - their youthful and creative style captured all the special moments of our wedding day in a beautiful and unique way. We are thrilled with the final photos and can't recommend Ledd Lens enough to any couple looking for talented, professional photographers who will deliver exceptional results.
Alexis C., 2 months ago
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Holly Castillo Photography 

5.0

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

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

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Holly Castillo Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the beginning, Holly's communication was quick and easy, making the planning process stress-free. On the day of the wedding, she was very laid back and intuitive, seamlessly capturing all the special moments without us even noticing she was there. Holly's expertise and talent were evident in the stunning photos she delivered - we were blown away by how beautifully she documented our day. We loved working with Holly so much that we've continued to use her for our yearly family photos ever since, and wouldn't want anyone else to capture these memories for us.
Tori and J., 4 months ago
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Ron and Trinity Studios 

5.0

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

Clean. Simple. Minimal. Keeping a candid nature in capturing the rare and truest emotions of our couples. We believe that itself is perfection. The sight of a simple, yet bizarre snapshot of priceless moments makes it best and natural.

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We were thrilled with our experience with these wedding photographers. Their meticulous research into venues that perfectly suited our personality added a unique touch to our special day. Their professionalism and easygoing nature made the entire process seamless and enjoyable. The result was not just stunning photos but also a stress-free and memorable collaboration. Highly recommended!
Alex, a year ago
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RIVELLE MEDIA 

5.0

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

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

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We are incredibly grateful Xenia was our engagement/wedding photographer and couldn't be happier with the results! The photos will speak to her technical talent; her professionalism and dedication to her craft are evident in every shot. It was so hard for me to only select 6 photos. What the images don't explicitly show is that Xenia was an absolute joy to work with. She is clear, transparent, and helpful in her communication. Her straightforward and friendly communication ensured we were always on the same page and felt supported throughout the process. While shooting, she is organized and efficient. We got every shot we hoped for and then some. Her enthusiasm and joy were infectious. She made these two awkward nerds feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. We cannot recommend Xenia enough! We will cherish the photos you took forever!
Steph C., 5 months ago
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By Evening Photography 

5.0

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

We’re Andrew and Marijo (pronounced mary•joe), a husband and wife team! Our style is bright, vibrant, nostalgic with a mix of candids and cinematic images. We love getting to know our couples before their big day! It helps us create more personal work that reflects your love. We hope you know that your love is special, and that we can see that it is. And that’s always how we’ll tell your story.

Awarded Best of Zola
If you are looking for a photographer and/or a videographer I highly recommend you hire A+M Badillo Images! Marijo is so professional and easily the sweetest human you will ever meet. Her and her husband Andrew are so talented, we had them do our wedding photos and video, as well as our engagement shoot, and my husband and I, could not be happier with how everything came out! We had too many amazing pictures to choose from to post/send out to family members! I highly highly recommend choosing them for your wedding, their communication and professionalism is unmatched and the way they make you feel comfortable in front of a camera is still amazing to me. My husband and I are terrible at taking pictures together but Marijo knew exactly what to say and helped us look like pros! So so happy we chose them to capture our special day :)
Mikaela T., 3 years ago
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A Perfect Impression 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,195
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

A renowned wedding photography studio in the San Francisco Bay Area, has been capturing beautiful wedding moments for over two decades. In partnership with Wedgewood, our classically trained photographers and videographers cover around 100 weddings annually. We excel in not just photography but also in coordinating and assisting, ensuring a seamless and memorable wedding day for each couple.

Our wedding was on Thursday 02MAY2024 and you guys were absolutely amazing and easy to work with. You were friendly and made us feel comfortable and and allowed us to just be us with our friends and family. If anyone is wondering if they should pick these guys for your wedding I would 10/10 recommend this company, I promise you won’t regret it! Thank you guys again for sharing our special day with us and making it even more perfect :)
Jai J., 7 months ago
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True Light Photography 

5.0

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

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

Calea was amazing from start to finish! I live in GA and got married in OR. All I saw was her IG and a brief conversation to book. I could not be more impressed with her and her work. I put all my faith into her from across the country and she did not let me down. Calea is so easy to work with and she is up for anything! Calea had sneak peaks to us immediately and a full gallery delivered in less than 2 weeks! My husband was skeptical at first but when he saw her work, he was absolutely blown away and how phenomenal she is! Calea also isn't afraid to be the voice if you are uneasy with telling others what they need to do. We had her at our Venue the day of the wedding. The next day we took a trip to Crater Lake and she captured my vision perfectly!! I have recommended Calea and True Light Photography to all of my friends and family!
Sarah S., 5 months ago
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Jonathan Tung Photography 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

No matter who you are or where you came from, everyone has a story, and stories were meant to be told. I tell stories through photography. Weddings are incredibly meaningful and intimate. I’m not just someone with a camera who shows up and takes pictures. I believe in truly connecting and engaging with my clients so I can best understand how I can tell their story. With a bright, clean, and vibrant photography style, I help bring my client’s vision to life through beautiful photos that can be cherished forever.

Jonathan did an amazing job with our photos. The whole experience from a meeting before to consult about how we wanted the day to go, to easy to follow direction and advice on how to get the best possible pictures on the day. Jonathan is competent and quick but also laid back and helped us take the stress off what is already a very stressful day. And then the photos turned out truly special. Even on an overcast day he was able to create some beautiful photos that will last a lifetime for us. He had ideas for poses and framing but also gave us space to do what felt natural. We would LOVE to work with him again. Cannot recommend him enough
Barbara H., 6 months ago
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Love by Justina 

5.0

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

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

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

5.0

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

I'm Piero, owner of Pierrot and lead photographer, it has been amazing capturing so many weddings, each of them perfect in every way, with so many stories to tell, so many memories that I'm so grateful that I have captured. I adapt to my couple's wishes so they get their own experience, their own vision. My style is Traditional+Documentary, and with some jokes and funny cues, I'll get those genuine smiles for your shots.

Awarded Best of Zola
Piero was our wedding photographer and I was blown away by the photos he sent us of our wedding the very next morning. From the beginning he was super easy to work with and made sure to respond to messages and questions promptly. He was punctual, kind, professional, and kept our wedding party on task the day of our wedding. His vision for our photos were awesome and turned out stunning. He scaled all the photos perfectly and made sure not only the background of the photos looked good but also the poses of us and our wedding party photographed well. I love the candid shots he got too. They were beautiful! Everyone was saying how amazing the photos turned out! I am so, so thrilled with them and my husband and I will cherish our wedding photos in the years to come. Thank you for everything, Piero! You have a gift and thank you for sharing it with us! -Brydie & Doug
Brydie & D., 5 months 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?

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