The Best Wedding Photographers in San Rafael, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in San Rafael, CA

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in San Rafael, CA

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Onyx and Arrow Collective 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I'm April, and I'm here to be your coffee-fueled hype woman on your wedding day! Onyx and Arrow Collective is a wedding photography and videography brand designed to service couples from coast to coast. After 6 years in business, my team and I have been honored enough to capture nearly 900 love stories. We're here to ensure a fun, seamless day while capturing amazing pictures for you and your partner.

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As a wedding planner for over 8 years in Las Vegas I can say I truly love partnering with April and her team. She is a true professional and very passionate about what she does. She is up to date with the newest gear and has a unique and timeless editing style. I highly recommend April and the team at Unwritten...
Emily, 4 years ago
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As the Crow Flies 

5.0

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

*cue movie announcer voice* In a world.... where there are billions of people. You are unique. You have a story and it's like no one else's. Enter character number 2: us We are your professional third wheels and we are here to tell your story. But not just the happy go lucky, awkward " cheese smile" kind... the true raw unfiltered emotion that is part of your life. This life is crazy, and we only have one. Live life to the fullest.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I received the most genuine and passionate experience from As The Crow Flies for our intimate, beach wedding. Lexi made us feel so comfortable and confident in front of the camera. We enjoyed their passion and upbeat attitudes, despite a few snafus on our day. I would recommend them over and over again.
Madison & R., 3 years ago
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Brandi Rollins Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Welcome. "I BELIEVE...connection matters. Photos tell our story and carry our legacy. Melanin matters on camera. Every human deserves to be seen. 8 out of 10 humans say they feel awkward in front of the camera; Laughter is the antidote." ​ It is my loud passion to capture the personality of relationship...within couples, families, communities, and even organizations. And I have been this way since I was a kid. With my hot pink camera in tow, 8-year old me would capture the loud joy of my BIG extended family. Little did I know...they were my training ground in photography. And I am happy to say that my approach to photography hasn't changed.

My fiancé and I are both very shy people, we do horribly in front of the camera, but literally from the moment we met Brandi for our engagement photoshoot she was amazing! Brandi is very good at what she does, truly a visionary! She was able to make us warm up - on a very cold San Francisco morning - she made us laugh, she is so great at telling us what poses we needed to do for our photos to come out great. Our engagement photos came out way better than we expected. We even have a confidence boost after seeing them. We cannot wait until our wedding day. We just know she will surprise us once again with her talent! Do not hesitate to book Brandi as your photographer! You will not regret one second!
Tiffany R., 3 years ago
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Laura Ford Photos 

5.0

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

Hello! I’m Laura Ford, a Midwestern native who has fully adopted sunny Southern California as home. I’ve been living and working in Los Angeles & Santa Barbara since 2013, and have happily kissed winter boots and car ice scrapers goodbye forever!  As far as aesthetic goes, my photos are bright, cheerful and thoughtfully framed. Combining the perfect setting with the right color palate and a bit of art direction for my clients is my superpower. My approach for portraits can be described as editorial, and my goal is to artfully capture the essence of you!  

Awarded Best of Zola
Laura was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, they were attentive, willing to get on the phone with us, and on top of any changes we needed to make. They explored our venue ahead of time to find the best photo spots, guided us through the entire process, and delivered our photos with a super quick turnaround. Laura and her team really took the time to get to know my husband and I, which made the whole experience feel so personal. They were also incredibly flexible and willing to work with all the dynamics of my family. Laura is simply wonderful, and we couldn't be happier with the beautiful photos that captured our special day.
Carolina K., 3 months ago
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Wild Elegance 

5.0

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

Hello hello! My name is Marie and I am the owner and photographer for Wild Elegance. We are a brand for adventurers, for lovers of life, and genuine people who love those little moments between the moments in life and seek out truth over perfection. Your marriage is unique because of the relationships you have with the people you choose to celebrate with. Spending my day with you and your closest family and friends brings me such joy, and creating art out of some of the best moments of your life is something I am truly honored to be a part of for so many.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I absolutely adore Marie, she made our wedding celebration so easy going and I cannot wait to work with her again!
Alexandria M., a year ago
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Keith MacDonald Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

When you’re building the dream team for your wedding day, we can be entrusted with your vision. We recognize that we’re tasked with a major responsibility: preserving the spirit of your day. We are aesthetic driven, inspired by nature and design, and obsessed with creating a brilliant collection of photographs that reflect your unique style. Our work is done best when you have the freedom to immerse yourself in the experience of your day. Let us give you that peace of mind.

Awarded Best of Zola
Keith MacDonald Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the very first interaction, his communication was clear, transparent and made us feel comfortable. The quality of their work exceeded our expectations - he captured every shot we had envisioned, even when we unexpectedly had to shoot our first look in rain and sneak the bridal party photos in during then too. Keith made us so comfortable during our photo sessions, helping us feel at ease despite our natural discomfort in front of the camera. Keith has a true talent for seeing through that and capturing us exactly as we had hoped. He is a one-of-a-kind photographer, and we are thrilled with the beautiful memories he was able to create for us on our special day. I would recommend Keith to absolutely everyone and would book him again in a heart beat.
Eliza S., 6 months ago
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Regina K. Popova Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

My mission is to bring the luxury of high quality wedding photography to a more affordable price. To serve my couples completely to ensure that they have a stress free and fun wedding day. Everyone should receive the images that they dreamt of on their wedding day, and I believe that when your wedding starts off on the right foot, so does your marriage. And that? That should be a luxury that is available to everyone.

We highly recommend working with Regina! She is beyond talented and just the sweetest person with a huge heart. She made us feel at ease when taking photos both at our engagement shoot and wedding day. We feel so happy and grateful that we were able to have her on our big day. We felt like Regina really captured the day beautifully and knew just the things to do (and would go above and beyond) to get the best shot for us. We recommend her whole heartedly to all our friends and family!! She is truly the best and we feel like we walked away with not just the best photos but with a friend as well.
Jaqueline and J., 4 years ago
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Phillipvn Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Phillip Van Nostrand is based in New York City. With a strong background in photographing weddings, commercial, and lifestyle projects, he is an expert in capturing bright, cinematic lifestyle imagery. He travels abroad once a year and has photographed 30+ countries. Phillip has been published in the New York Times, Dwell Magazine, Fortune.com, Brides, Vogue, Fast Company, Huffington Post, Forbes.com, Parade Magazine, and was a Master Class speaker at WPPI in 2016, 2017, and 2019. His client list includes Airbnb, Jose Cuervo, Ok Cupid, Louboutin, The New School, GE, Venmo, The Points Guy, Core Power Yoga, Condé Nast, and more.

Hiring Phil as my wedding photographer was the best decision i made for the wedding. He is so easygoing and my husband was like “ I would like to hang out with Phil after the wedding”. Not to mention his ability to capture emotions at the best angle, which makes me want to print out all his photos!
Savannah L., 4 years ago
Fitz Carlile Photography 

5.0

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

The kind of work I do within the wedding photography genre is very distinct - every image stands on its own as a thoughtful composition as if from a cinematic art house film or high-end commercial/editorial shoot. My color grading is immediately identifiable and unique - developed through years of studying color theory - uncommon today in a sea of 'presets' that other photographers purchase on the internet for they have no knowledge of how to build their own. My compositions are often quirky, surprising, different. I always attempt to show a point of view that's uncommon and fascinating to the viewer.

Awarded Best of Zola
Fitz Carlile Photography was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding! From our very first call, their communication style was clear, fun, and effective - putting us at ease right away. The quality of their work is truly stunning, with beautiful, interesting, and romantic photos that captured all the special moments of our day. Fitz felt more like an artist than a typical wedding photographer, seemingly inspired by the beauty of our celebration. He did an amazing job of putting me (the bride) at ease in front of the camera and was great at wrangling all of our family members for group shots. We are thrilled with the final results and would highly recommend Fitz Carlile Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
K + D., 14 days ago
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Arrowood Photography 

5.0

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

As a photographer of life, love and beauty, Tara Arrowood does what she loves every day. She captures beauty in all things- people, animals, and spaces. Her main goal? It’s simply to make people happy. She uses her lens to show inner beauty, authentic emotions, and life’s precious/fleeting moments. Making people happy means giving them a different perspective, a different angle from which to see their most cherished moments in life. Tara offers photography and cinematography services for any sized wedding. Tell her your plans and she’ll create a schedule that includes everything to tell your story!

Awarded Best of Zola
I truly can’t recommend Tara and her team more highly. Not only is she an incredibly skilled and professional photographer who always captures that shot of a moment you never want to forget, she’s also a wonderfully kind, funny, and thoughtful person to work with. We first met when she shot engagement and wedding photos for my husband and I, and for years to come we reminisced about how great she was at taking beautiful photos and also wrangling wild, wiggly little kiddos. She even pitched in at our wedding and with a big smile on her face, bustled my enormous wedding dress — her assistant got a great photo of that! We were thrilled with how our photos turned out, as well as our 5 minute cinematic video which felt like the quality of an epic movie trailer of our special day. We were so happy to see her again for another family wedding years later, and most recently she took stunning and personal family photos with our little one. I’m already conjuring up another reason to work with Tara again because in addition to her gorgeous photos, she’s just a great person to be around.
Marianne, 3 months ago
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Ashley Sara Photography 

5.0

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

Hi! I’m Ashley of Ashley Sara Photography! I'm a luxury wedding photographer based in Pittsburgh, but I capture love stories all over the globe! I've been to Germany, Italy, Bahama's, Mexico and countless states in the US, all because two people fell in love with each other, and then with my work. My significant other offers videography and we both are familiar with Super 8 and film so together, we offer everything you could need!

Awarded Best of Zola
Ashley Sara Photo is hands down the best choice you will ever make! She is not only the most incredibly talented photographer, but also the kindest soul. You will be in awe of her skills and want to be best friends with her all at the same time. She made our wedding day 1000x better and we had the best time exploring our venue with her while capturing the most beautiful memories. I look at my wedding pictures at least once per day because they are just that good. I am someone who hates photos of myself and does not enjoy being in front of a camera, and she somehow managed to give me literally hundreds of beautiful photos that I adore. She’s also a pretty awesome hype woman and will give you plenty of confidence boosts. We already have 1 year anniversary pictures scheduled with her and plan to use her for every other occasion we can because who doesn’t need more beautiful photos they love!? To sum this up, just hire her. I promise you will not regret it :)
Allie & J., 5 years ago
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Arjay Moreno Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I am a fine art wedding photographer base in the Bay Area San Francisco, CA. I take pride on crafting timeless, exquisite imagery and story that you will cherish forever. I strive to capture the happy moments, not just an image. You only get one chance to capture those moments and I'll make sure you get it

Awarded Best of Zola
Arjay Moreno Photography provided excellent communication throughout the entire wedding planning process. He is very responsive via text, email and FaceTime appointments, which made coordinating our special day a breeze. The quality of his work and overall value was top-notch - he demonstrated a strong work ethic, highly professional, and respected our wishes. Arjay expertly positioned us for the perfect shots and guided us on how to pose, resulting in stunning photos that we'll cherish forever. His expertise, professionalism, and ability to make us feel comfortable in front of the camera made him a true asset on our wedding day. We highly recommend Arjay Moreno Photography to any couple looking for a trustworthy and talented wedding photographer.
Avegale X., 6 months ago
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Lisa Richmond Photography 

5.0

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

I’ve been capturing weddings, family lifestyle photography and casual portraits for more than a couple decades now working primarily in the Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, Napa, and San Francisco Bay areas, as well as all along the coastlines around San Diego and Coronado and everywhere in between. I’m inspired by outdoor adventures, travel, playful people, live music and amazing light and take advantage of any opportunity to capture raw emotion and natural beauty away from home.

Awarded Best of Zola
This post is delinquent by a couple months, but we wanted to share our memorable experience utilizing Lisa Richmond Photography. I saw Lisa Richmond's art for the first time in the fall of 2014. Lisa photographed our dear friend's wedding in Winters, CA. So, when Linda and I became engaged in 2015, we knew immediately who we wanted to record our engagement and wedding day on 9/23/16. Luckily, Lisa was available!Prior to meeting Lisa for our engagement photos, we had chatted on the phone a couple times so Lisa could get an idea about Linda and my love story. She was very easy to talk with and we had several good laughs before meeting in person. I told Lisa that neither Linda or I cared to have our pictures taken so I wished her luck with that! Lisa knew we planned on getting married at a winery and she suggested we bring a bottle of wine to open during our engagement shoot. After sharing some wine and stories together, she started working her magic. Lisa made the shoot fun and effortless so the pictures looked natural. Her use of light and her timing are phenomenal. She caught our relationship and personalities digitally!Finally, our long-awaited day came! When Lisa arrived at our wedding, we greeted her as a friend and not just a photographer, since a friendship formed between all of us. Lisa captured every moment of our special day and more. She roamed the vineyards with us to obtain the perfect sunset moments, and she was knocked around on the dance floor like a pinball by some guests getting their groove on...just so she could seize our moments! We were delighted by Lisa's artistic eye, professionalism, and her great personality. We will definitely utilize her for future gatherings as well as share a glass of wine when possible! We highly recommend Lisa if you want to beautifully capture your special occasion.
Kelly Roberts, 3 years ago
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Christin Sofka Photography 

5.0

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

Hi! I'm Christin, a destination wedding photographer based in Chattanooga, TN. Specializing in timeless and artful imagery, my expertise goes beyond just taking photos; it's about crafting a visual story that reflects the joy, love, and unique spirit of your celebration.

I have had the pleasure of working alongside Christin Sofka Photography many times. Her talent, attention to detail, care for the client are just some of the many qualities that make her a preferred photographer to our clients. She is organized, timely, and truly walks along side you each step of the way for your big day. Not to mention, amazingly talented at her art. We highly recommend hiring Christin to capture your big day!
Wild Magnolia Events, a year ago
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Kelli and Josh 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Kelli and Josh are a sought-after international photographer team specializing in a unique combination of editorial and photojournalistic photography. Their expertise in each of their skillsets give them a timeless yet beautiful look to their photography. They have photographed weddings and events in over 42 countries across the world and have been named by BRIDES magazine as one of the top wedding photographers in Houston.

Awarded Best of Zola
It was truly an honor working with Kelli and Josh. They were so fun, and professional! They made my hubby and me at ease on our big day. I was so truly blown away by the quality of my pictures and how they were able to capture the day through the lens of the camera. Please please do yourself a favor and work with Josh and Kelli. They are truly dream photographers and it was truly an honor to have them capture our photos.
Kaitlyn Y., 3 years ago
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Dream Capture Photos 

5.0

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

We are William and Hannah Ingle, your husband and wife photography team at Dream Capture Photos to capture your wedding day! We aim to deliver photos that are dreamy, candid, and timeless. If we can capture that nostalgic moment you can look back on for all the days ahead, then we have done our job right! The emotions and beauty of your wedding day make it special, and we want to deliver that through our lens; for all the years to come. We understand how important your wedding day is to YOU, so we also know the importance of making it stress-free so you can soak it in. We make you feel comfortable so your photos turn into genuine moments.

If you are looking for genuine warm amazing photos look no further! Hannah and Will are absolutely AMAZING! They did both our engagement photos and our big day. My husband can get uncomfortable in front of a camera and pictures can be hard to capture. Hannah and Will made us feel so comfortable and captured some of my favorite pictures of my husband. Throughout the entire process they had amazing communication, they were super organized and didn’t let the weather affect their work either! I would choose them to photograph other important milestones over and over again.
Sara A., 7 months ago
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The Bomani's 

3.7

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

A husband and wife photography team. We love going on adventures, whether it's a rock-climbing trip, surfing, or just trying a new take out place. We also love cute puppies and, of course, photography. We started our wedding photography business in 2019 when moving back to California after several years living in Sweden. Since then we have photographed many amazing couples! We can't wait to meet you and hear about your story!

Quanti- Thank you from the bottom of my heart for capturing our beautiful day. As a bride you think you know what pictures you want to see but boy was I wrong. You captured some of my favorite moments from our day and some I didn’t realize I would cherish. Thank you for loving what you do and for helping others see their day through your eyes.
Stephanie & N., 3 years ago
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Kiersten Franks Photography 

5.0

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

Heyyy there! I’m Kiersten, the founder and creative force behind the lens. Born and raised in West Virginia, this beautiful state is what I call my home. I’ve developed a love for traveling across the United States, and I’m excited to expand my adventures internationally in December 2024. I’m passionate about capturing that best friend type of love—the real, raw, and candid moments that make your relationship unique. On your wedding day, my focus is on documenting your authentic selves, from those emotional first looks to cozy moments during golden hour. And I’m all about the pops of color!

From the very first moment I met Kiersten, I knew she was the perfect choice to document our wedding. Her warm and engaging personality made us feel completely at ease, allowing us to truly enjoy every moment of our special day. The way she captures the essence of a moment is nothing short of magical. Her romantic style effortlessly highlights the love and joy shared between us and our guests. Each photograph tells a beautiful story, filled with emotion and grace. We were especially impressed by her ability to capture candid moments, turning fleeting seconds into cherished memories that we will treasure forever. Her attention to detail and genuine passion for their craft are evident in every shot. Whether it was a quiet, intimate exchange or a lively dance floor scene, she managed to capture every moment. In addition to how talented she is, she brought a sense of calm and joy to the day. Her friendly demeanor and approach made us feel like we were in the best hands possible. We couldn't have asked for a more dedicated and compassionate photographer to be a part of our celebration. If you're looking for a photographer who will not only deliver stunning, romantic images but also add a touch of warmth and personal connection to your wedding day, we wholeheartedly recommend Kiersten. She is truly one of the sweetest souls.
Heather, 7 months ago
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New Ending Productions 

5.0

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

The reasons people choose us over our competitors are: 1) Our communication is the best in the industry 2) No hidden fees, no travel rates(if booked before 2025), the quote you receive is the total amount. 3) We offer a very flexible payment plan, where you choose the dates you wish to pay on! We serve clients across California and throughout the entire U.S. 😁

Honestly Jose saved our lives! Previously to hiring him and his team, my wife and I had gotten scammed by a photographer. I was scared and of course super stressed about finding a new photographer I could trust and I could rely on. From the beginning the communication with Jose was amazing and this is so important with any wedding vendor. He captured our wedding so beautifully and that’s all we really want when hiring a wedding photographer. He even sent sneak peeks like two days after the wedding! And our pictures were ready so fast! I highly recommend New Ending Productions for your wedding and all your photography needs.
Laura P., 7 months ago
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Natalie Schutt Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hi you guys, my name's Natalie, & I'm so glad you're here! I’m a joy-filled, Southern California surfer girl who is in love with capturing weddings.  My style? It’s timeless, romantic, adventuresome, & personal. I’m dedicated to capturing fine elegance + raw beauty all the while keeping it real + being authentic. Your job is to be in love & live in that excitement with each other. My job is to make it easy + enjoyable for you two to be yourselves, 100%, as I frame and capture those once-in-a-lifetime moments in a way that only my mind can. Congratulations to you both! Looking forward to getting to know each other! xx Natalie

Natalie is such a joy to work with! She is incredibly kind, alongside her talent for photography. She works well with vendors, families and couples. We had the privilege of teaming up with her for a wedding in Malibu last year and the photos are stunning. I'd definitely recommend this sweet human to anyone looking for a talented photographer!
Aubrey H, 5 years ago
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Sasha Photography 

5.0

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

Photography is deeply embedded in my past. Over 30 years ago, my family and I came to the United States from the former Soviet Union, where my grandfather had been a professional portrait photographer for over 50 years. I bring positive energy, and connect with and delight your guests and vendors. I have photographed in destinations as distant as India, Paris, London, Aspen, Mexico, New York, Los Angeles, North Carolina, even a wedding on a cruise ship! But, San Francisco is the city I know like the back of my hand – a city that I believe is the best photo studio in the world. I am an expert San Francisco City Hall wedding photographer.

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Sasha is wonderful to work with and a creative genius when it came to capturing our special day. He knew how to work all the right angles and find the perfect lighting. The weather rapidly changed the day we were shooting so we had to suddenly switch locations. Sasha was extremely patient and quick to find a new location in San Francisco. He was able to beautifully capture our love for one another in the city where we were first met. Our photos turned out better than we could have ever imagined. Trusting him throughout the process and letting him work his magic with his creative energy was fun and we were blown away by the results. Highly recommend Sasha and look forward to working with him again!
Ashley & S., 3 years ago
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Eszter Timea Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hi, it's nice to meet you! I am Eszter, Wedding and Portrait Photographer, located in San Francisco Bay Area. Fueled by equal parts of hot chocolate with whipped cream and passion, I spend my days capturing images that make you stop, smile and ask time to please slow down. Life is beautiful, just like your story and your love and I can’t wait to capture it in images you will treasure for years.

Eszter was incredibly easy to work with, and when I initially reached out to ask if she was available for photos mentioning that we were doing a small and rather non-traditional wedding in the backyard, there was zero judgment. She went with the flow and put my mind at ease that she would work with whatever was in place. I spoke to a number of other photographers who had so many requirements and made it feel like they were doing you a huge favor, whereas Eszter really made us feel like she wanted to be a part of our day and capture each and every moment. Never did she try to sell us expensive add-ons outside of our budget, and she was incredibly responsive. Eszter is such a pleasure to work with, my entire family was thrilled to have her taking photos - she made us all feel at ease. And to top it off, her photos are beautiful! She captures the lighting, the expressions and candid moments, and also helps you pose naturally. I would highly recommend and hope to work with her again for future photos!
Sydnee & M., 3 years ago
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Tiana Hunter Weddings 

5.0

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

I’m a San Francisco wedding photographer with a style that combines emotion and photojournalism to create beautiful and intimate wedding photos. My focus is on seamless storytelling that highlights beauty and brings the spirit of the event into every detail. I’m inspired by connection and absolutely love photographing weddings. My style is modern, romantic, and authentic. The moments captured are candid using editorial and documentary techniques. I have an eye for charm, humor, and the little things that make someone look drop dead gorgeous. I capture you in your best light and bring you back to these magic moments for years to come.

I am so freaking glad we worked with Tiana. Not only are the final products of what she creates absolutely magnificent, she has such a calm, caring and professional demeanor that really helps in the moment. I worked with her first for my wedding, and I am so glad I did. She was really able to capture the magic of the moment, and I am utterly obsessed with the photos! She had great suggestions when I needed them on how to pose and what to do (which helps me so much b/c I can feel so awkward in front of the camera!). She gently but firmly helped us stay on schedule for our sunset portraits, which I appreciated b/c I would have forgotten or skipped it if up to me. I also then worked with her for a portrait session with my housemates, and this is really significant, because I’ve never really done a full shoot like this before (aside from the wedding) and she was amazing to work with on that as well. Tiana was able to capture the dynamics and sweetness between us, and again, that sweet, calm, and fun demeanor of hers really put us all at ease that showed in the photos. If you’re on the fence, don’t hesitate! She’s worth it.
Jasmin P., a year ago
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Jodee Friday & Co 

5.0

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

Capturing vibrant, authentic, and effortless images for my couples makes me giddy!! My approach is all about reading the room and playing off your vibe. If you’re up, I’m bringing the energy. If you’re having a sweet tender moment, I’m calm and patient. I’ll keep you on time while also allowing space for you to live in the moment. I love making real connections with my couples and letting your personalities shine through the images. I’m super conscious of the fact that this is YOUR wedding day! So I love a good candid and aim to make y'all feel comfortable in front of the camera so you can enjoy the day knowing the moments are being saved.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am truly thrilled to be sitting here writing this amazing review for Jodee. Where do I even begin? I met Jodee while working at a wedding and her personality just blew me away. On the day of the event we were working she was all smiles and nothing but her being the sweetest person ever! When it came time to make the big decision of who I wanted to be, my wedding photographer Jodee instantly came to mind. I loved her style of photography true to color and she captures those moments you will cherish forever. As my fiance and I are officially a year out from our wedding I wanted to take our engagement photos somewhere magical. I called Jodee and let her know that we were thinking of Yosemite National Park. Jodee was nothing but excited to shoot in this location and this is when all the fun began. Let me just tell you Jodee is great at reaching out and keeping in contact with you for all your needs. When it came time to booking our reservation at Yosemite Jodee handled everything from making the reservation to finding out all info regarding parking and food and locations. This task was not easy given the circumstances currently during COVID Yosemite has changed their rules currently and it was a much different process to go to the park unlike in the past. Jodee was quick to jump on the computer and read about everything we needed to make this trip successful. She had a whole schedule that made our time there truly memorable. I can truly say that when we arrived it felt like everything was normal again and we were amongst nature and we felt free. When the big day came Jodee showed up early and scouted the area before we got there to find the best possible areas for our shoot! We had planned for one whole day of shooting till sunset and a beautiful sunrise shoot too. Jodee was game for everything! We had four outfit changes and several different locations for our photoshoot from Taft Point, Glacier Point, and El Capitan Meadow just to name a few. Each location was more magical than the other. Did I mention how easy it was to feel comfortable around Jodee too? It felt so seamless and easy we never felt like we were posed or uncomfortable she also knows the tricks to make you laugh. During that time it was so great to get to know more about here and her career and how she got started in photography. I am so grateful that I found Jodee and after our engagement shoot I am only more excited to see what magical photos she captures on our wedding day. I cannot stress enough how amazing this woman is. She will go above and beyond to make sure you’re the happiest person on your special day. Thank you Jodee from the bottom of my heart I cannot wait to book you again for all our future adventures. Can't wait for the big wedding day but I needed people to know how passionate you are about all your shoots. You truly outdid yourself! We love you, Chelsea & Colton
Chelsea & C., 5 years ago
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Mycah Bain Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,950
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Capturing your beautiful & intimate moments is why I do what I do. Whether it's the brush of a hand, a first look, or an inside joke whispered at just the right time... I am constantly seeking to capture those beautiful moments. Those real, stunning and timeless moments that make up YOUR relationship. However, I pride myself on being more than a wedding photographer – As someone who has been an intimate part of over 200 weddings, I vow to be your number one hype woman, your timeline planner, your moment of zen, your personal cleavage taper, your family wrangler, your time pauser, and your memory keeper.

We’ve had the pleasure of working with Mycah many times! She is so responsive, easy to work with and FUN. The quality and creativity of the photos are always amazing and we love how she captures personality so well! She really knows how to bring out the confidence in each client. I recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer!
Lady Vamp Artistry, 4 years ago

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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.

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