Wedding Photographers in Surfside, CA

Wedding Photographers in Surfside, CA

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Phillipvn Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,500
  • Serves Surfside, 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.

I would HIGHLY recommend Phillip!! He captured such intimate and fun moments throughout the weekend! He made my wedding day an absolute dream come true! His eye for details is exactly what every bride needs on her special day! At the end of our wedding we felt like Phillip was truly a part of our family and we absolutely LOVE our beautiful pictures!
Mallory M., 3 years ago
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Ashley Sara Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Surfside, 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
I searched through local photographers for hours. I was most interested in Ashley because she had the style of photography I was looking for & was very responsive & friendly through email. We decided to meet at a local coffee shop & look through her wedding portfolio. Our personalities instantly clicked. I knew I’d feel comfortable spending the most important day of my life with her. She had so many beautiful wedding photos you don’t see on Instagram. I was so glad we decided to meet. It sealed the deal. On the day of our wedding, she was prompt & pumped! She knows how to make you smile without even trying. I’m so glad we booked Ashley. She’s now my go to photographer & a friend!
Alia & R., 4 years ago
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Kelli and Josh 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves Surfside, 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
I cannot say enough good things about Josh Newton. I have had the pleasure of working with Josh on many projects and in different settings from modeling for styled shoots to specialized marketing material to my own wedding and am always blown away by his artistic eye and ability to write a story through photography. His attention to detail is beyond compare, he is wonderful at guiding posing and creating a comfortable environment for solo modeling, couples and large parties alike. Josh listens, is so kind, is a joy to work with and always delivers above and beyond all expectations. If you want to remember your day like the magical, ethereal dream that it was, I 100% recommend Josh Newton Photography.
Amie Hagen and L., 2 years ago
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Jos & Tree 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Surfside, CA

We are a husband and wife team based in Portland, Or and travel worldwide (we love travel) to capture our couples stories, and capturing the best imagery we can!. We specialize in creative moment driven wedding & lifestyle photography. We are committed to telling our couples stories and supporting them in ways that allow them to be free of stress and to be in the moment.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring Jos & Tree was the best decision we made for our wedding! Being a wedding photographer myself, this was at the top of my list to document all of those special memories from the day. Not only were they the photographers, they also became friends and were so easy to have with us the entire weekend. The photographs are beyond beautiful and we will treasure them forever!
Laura & G., 4 years ago
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Natalie Schutt Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Surfside, 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

You always picture how your wedding will be. The amazing feeling you will have to see everything you envisioned come together into one beautiful day. How much fun you will have getting ready in the morning with your best friends, sisters, and momma’s. And the love in your Husbands eyes when he see’s his future wife walking down the aisle. You picture the beauty of the day both visually and emotionally, and how you will cherish those memories forever. Perhaps one of the most import jobs on your wedding day is given to who you entrust in capturing those moments. I met Natalie through work. I am a wedding coordinator, and I had reached out to her when I started working in the area. I was in awe over her talent, and straight away felt a connection to how she captured such pure and beautiful moments. I knew after meeting her that she would one day be my wedding photographer! Our wedding day was everything that I could of ever asked for. It was such a incredible day with so much love and beauty. Natalie absolutely blew my already very high expectations out of the water. She is so good at what she does. Natalie made taking all of our photos so much fun. She knew when to allow us to have space and be in the moment, and when to direct and take charge. You want to be able to get caught up in the moment on your wedding day and not have to be the one worrying about who to take photos with or what needs to be captured next. She did such a wonderful job at making sure we got all the shots we needed, but allowing us to enjoy and have fun with all of them. From standing on chairs, to driving up hills, to dancing with us on the dance floor Natalie did whatever it took to get the most raw and sincere footage of our most special day. My husband and I cry every time we look through our wedding album and that is a huge thanks to Natalie Schutt Photography.
Dani, 4 years ago
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Next Exit Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Adi and Cat Benner aka Next Exit Photography specialize in authentic, creative, natural, classic, photojournalistic Weddings Photography. Named BEST Wedding Photographer in Los Angeles by California Wedding Day Magazine and published globally in over 100 publications, Next Exit captures the unique personalities of each of their clients. They are celebrated for their joyful, emotional, and bright natural images. Please feel free to reach out for a chat!!

Awarded Best of Zola
Loved everything about Next Exit Photography! From start to finish, Cat and Adi went above and beyond to make our wedding day perfect. Our album is everything we dreamed of. Best investment of a lifetime, so happy we splurged to be with them.
Cathy, 2 years ago
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Kyrsten Ashlay Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Surfside, CA

I provide a positive, thoughtful photography experience that ensures you’ll get the photos of your dreams and have space to be present with your community. It’s an honor to join you in celebrating your brand new marriage and I make it a point to understand what you value the most. I don’t over edit or correct your photos, but instead capture the natural colors, details, and soft smiles of your wedding as you actually experienced them. The result? Timeless, classic photos that never go out of style or off trend.

Awarded Best of Zola
It has always been a dream to have Kyrsten shoot my wedding and she made all my dreams come true! From the first phone call, to getting the email with the wedding photos, it has been such an honor working with someone who has so much talent! Kyrsten is very quick to respond to any questions or concerns throughout the wedding planning process. She will always communicate and do her absolute best to respond as quickly as possible. When it came time for the wedding she was a complete rockstar! If you hire Kyrsten (which you should) this is what you’ll get: 1. The best photos ever!!! 2. A sidekick and a planner for the wedding. She helps produce a photography timeline and communicates with any wedding planner or vendors to best fit your expectations. 3. She won’t be afraid to step in and tell people what they need to do and she’ll always be there ready to give you a hug and calm you down. 4. Someone to laugh with and who will make you laugh! 5. Someone who will make you look like a natural in front of the camera. 6. She’ll end up being your family photographer for life!
Kyle + B., 3 years ago
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Emma K Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Surfside, CA

INQUIRE ON MY WEBSITE! I've been doing this for 8 years now, & it really does get better with time. There are countless memories of laughter, holding back tears (mostly happy ones), surprises, & moments that my heart didn't see coming. The opportunity to meet couples that become friends is something I will always feel blessed to have. I love building that connection as much as possible! You two together is your own little piece of art. At least that’s how I see it! So with that being said, I don’t want to try & copy someone else’s art. How you interact together should be captured purely.

I'm so grateful I found Emma and her team on Zola. In addition to my wedding, I also had her shoot a boudoir shoot and that was the first time I met her. Since that was totally out of my comfort zone, I was nervous but she immediately made me feel at ease and comfortable. The photos came out great and my husband loved the gift. For my actual wedding, Emma enlisted Solveig and second shooter Shiloh, who were also fantastic. Even though I barely knew them, they jumped right in and everything was so calm and organized. I even got my sneak peeks within a week and a half! I can't wait to see how they captured the rest of my big day. I would definitely refer Emma and her team to anyone looking!
Jess M., a year ago
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Gray Day Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Hi there! Jacquelyn here! Welcome to Gray Day. I am passionate about telling your love story, making memories last forever, and always having a good time! I believe in love of all kinds! Everyone has a different story and I want to capture it! Not only do I want to make amazing photos that will last a lifetime, but I want to have the best time with you and your loved ones! I love capturing authentic candid moments that are REAL. I want your special day to be stress free and fun. I will make you and your partner feel relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera- it'll be like I'm not even there!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jaquelyn takes her responsibility as a photographer very seriously, especially on a wedding day. She is easy to talk to, gives enough direction to make you comfortable and is the type of photographer that wants you to enjoy your day the way you want to. She is not pushy and a complete extrovert! If you want someone that is fun, responsible and easy to work with then look no further!
Gabriela Ochoa, 2 years ago
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Tida Svy Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Ayyy it’s ya girl Tida (like pita)! I’m not just another photographer – I’m your hype girl, your ally, your eyes and your ears on your wedding day. I’ll be there freaking out shouting “YASSS OMG HOT FIRE ALERT” hyping you up during portraits because holy-shit you look amazing AF! I’ll be dancing circles around your guests while I shove my camera in their faces, fixing your hair when the wind gets too cray, and confidently (and loudly) directing your family portrait time. I’m a tiny ball of giant energy and gurl, it shows on your wedding day – TRUST.

I've been a wedding planner for over 10 years and let me just tell you- coming across someone as genuine, kind and talented as Tida doesn't come around everyday. She is a pure joy to work with. She is organized and on top of everything before the wedding and on the day of. And her work! Pure magic. I always look forward to getting galleries back from Tida. You will not regret hiring her!
Emilee Sutherland, 4 years ago
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Lauren Allen Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Lauren, head of Lauren Allen Photography, has been a part of the wedding and fashion industries for over six years. She picked up a camera in high school and hasn't put one down since. She began modeling for bridal lines such as Vogue Italia & Versace's Bridal & uses that experience to assist her couples in posing. Her goal: to create a wedding photography company that provides modern, classic and editorial wedding photography styles with a personal, energetic, one-on-one touch.

Lauren was amazing to work with!! She did our wedding and engagement photos and they turned out better than we could have imagined! Not only did she make us feel comfortable taking the pictures but also hyped us up. She was super willing to answer any questions I had and gave us such an ease of mind on the wedding day because we knew we were in good hands. Would definitely recommend Lauren and hope to use her again!
Ally & A., 2 years ago
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Jonathan Moore Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Surfside, CA

My name is Jonathan Moore. I am a Los Angeles based wedding photographer and available worldwide. I'll get right to it: The very last thing I want is for you to think of your experience with me as a "photoshoot." I think that posed "prom" photos are totally lame and reflect absolutely nothing unique about you or your partner. After all, you are not actors pretending to be "in love," so why should your images reflect that? At the core, your images should ultimately remind you of why you fell in love in the first place. This is what we're celebrating!

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Jonathan was awesome! Communication was easy and we met with him and did a tour of the venue to align on exactly what we wanted. He was super helpful on the day but didn’t get in the way at all! The photos were absolutely amazing, we seriously couldn’t be happier with the output. He really captured who we are and how we feel About each other without any awkward posing which I personally hate lol. Thanks so much!!!
Sarah & M., 2 years ago
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Maiara Martins Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Hi, I’m Maiara (you can call me Mai if you want) Your photographer! Aswell a wife, a best friend, a dog cuddling master, a chocolate lover, and I'm all about traveling! I'm actually from Brazil, and besides English, I also speak Portuguese and un poquito de español, and I’m here to tell your story. I found photography through my parent's film cameras back in the 90s when I was still a kid, and I love it for its capacity to freeze moments in time, to document love in all of its wild and wonderful forms.

Awarded Best of Zola
I don't have words to thank her for the things she did for us. I appreciated every click, every moment. She helped me with absolutely everything before and during my elopement. Even when we were in completely different zones. She understood exactly how my husband and I wanted our memories to be told and eternalized. She will always gonna be in our best memory!
Nevy and W., 2 years ago
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Shot By Alexandra Marie 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Hi, my name is Alexandra Marie and I LOVE capturing love and freezing your memory forever. Getting to know you guys and hearing how you met is one of my favorite things ever. I understand the importance of preserving your memories and making them last a lifetime.

We hired Alexandra and her Sister Michele for a wedding their package came with a complimentary engagement session. We met Alexandra for the first time. Our first impression is as soon as she started talking she made us feel at ease. She took charge of the session, posing and directing us in many ways. My husband isn't the type to want to do photos ever and she had him smiling the entire time. By the end of our engagement session, it felt like we had known her for years. Fast forward to our wedding day, everything was going wrong. When Alexandra arrives she notices my face and right away goes and takes charge. She directed all the vendors to where they needed to be she made sure no one bugged me as I was getting ready. The entire night they were capturing everything without being asked. they made sure that we had pictures with almost every single guest. they took almost 4000 photos and provided them all to use edited within 3 months. They didn't charge us extra most of my friends were surprised when I shared that with them as most photographers charge extra after so many edits. I highly recommend them both they make it so easy to talk to and the booking process was really easy. I am forever grateful I had them capture our day. Gave us so many memories to look back on
Jessica F., 2 months ago
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Jessica Marie Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Surfside, CA

I am a North Carolina photographer... & yes I am willing to travel for your next session! I am a wife, mother of 2, and a proud Pitbull Mom. I have been passionate about photography since my children were young. I am finally at a place in my life where I can share my passion with others and hopefully capture their most treasured moments in time.

My partner and I booked Jessica for our wedding, and the experience was nothing short of amazing. We did our engagements, bridals, and wedding. The photos were beautiful and just what I wanted. Jessica is professional, communicates well, and truly wants to create the most incredible experience for you as her clients. She was reassuring and gave us some amazing guidance on poses. We ended up booking many more sessions with her!
Kelly + S., 6 months ago
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Studio Vieren 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Studio Vieren is a photography studio based in Southern California providing our services to those celebrating life's big and small moments. Studio Vieren is built on celebrating who YOU are, what’s important to YOU, what YOU love, where you’ve been and where you’re going.

Awarded Best of Zola
I've had the pleasure of working with Tara at multiple events and I have nothing but love for this human! As a DJ, I can say that it's important to have a vendor team that work together and communicate well. Tara is everything you could ask for in a wedding photographer and such a sweet person. I tell all my couples, when shopping for your photo/video vendor, book the person you wouldn't mind hanging out with all day...because that's truly what has to happen! I know any couples booking with Studio Vieren will not only have wonderful photos but have a wonderful experience on wedding day. Much love!
Austo Entertainment, Inc., 9 months ago
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The Hendrys 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Surfside, CA

We're a Scottish duo living our best lives in Los Angeles! We appreciate unpopular TV shows, all the vegan food, and a good old road trip. But our most favorite thing is our two fur-kids (bunnies!). We are not typical wedding photographers, that is for certain. We go against the usual grain, and that's exactly how we like it to roll. Normal is boring. Well, for us, at least. Not just for the 'wild at heart' and 'free-spirited'. For e v e r y o n e. And we mean it. We don't discriminate. Ever.

We're actually rating The Hendrys one trillion stars out of five because they are "out of this world" amazing photographers and you should stop reading this review and book them ASAP! If you're still reading though, let us break down our perfect experience with them: They were recommended to us by our venue (Valentine DTLA) and we fell in LOVE with them as soon as we saw their website! Their portfolio and "about me" won us over because we were looking for wedding photographers who could capture the in-between moments, do some fun stylized shots, and be just as fun and goofy as we are! We reached out over the website and heard back from them immediately over email. Their super funny, yet professional personality came through and that got us so excited to work with them! They were also open to us asking as many questions as we wanted (especially when it came to the contract), which made us feel even more comfortable! We then got to meet them over ZOOM where we broke down how the day would go, they asked us what kind of pictures we were looking for, and we just got to know each other. We honestly may have become best friends with them as we couldn't stop talking to them about everything and anything for 2 hours. After that, we knew we were gonna be in the best hands, but we could never have ever imagined how perfect they really would be! When it finally came to the wedding day, The Hendrys went above and beyond! They were extremely professional as they kept us on schedule while experimenting with different types of photos (using a Fish Eye Lens, prisms, neon lights, etc.). They knew how to make everything feel super relaxed and fun and just let us do whatever was natural to us no matter what kind of photo it was. While we were losing it over the fact we just got married, The Hendrys just let us take everything in while politely directing us for photos. When we weren't doing staged photos, they were out of sight, but taking stunning photographs of everything that was happening in between. They were like ninjas as they would disappear and then reappear and grab us for the next shoot! It really was so cool! A few weeks after the wedding, we received our photos in record time and they were the COOLEST PHOTOS EVER (which you can see attached to this review)! We cannot thank The Hendrys enough for their hilarious stories, non-stop professionalism, unwavering kindness & selflessness, and being true magicians with their cameras and artistic vision. We couldn't be more grateful for everything that they did and we feel like the luckiest married couple in the world thanks to them! Now quit reading this review and go be the next luckiest married couple in the world and book The Hendrys! They're worth every single penny! - The D'Elia's
Keara G., 3 months ago
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Brisa Stutte Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Hello everyone and congratulations on your engagement. My name is Brisa Stutte and I am Bstutte Photos. Along side of my I have my husband, Mark, who helps me out during any event I work, as well as helping me set things up and to make sure everything is in order to help the day run smoothly. I photograph for many event from simple portrait sessions to Weddings! I tend to be the life saver at weddings, and I go to person to help my bride and groom with anything they may need help with. Please feel free to reach out to me! And I hope to be a part of your big day!

Absolutely the best!! Words cannot describe how much I loved my pictures and not to mention my fiancé and I enjoyed every second of our session with Brisa! She was very professional, and such a sweet person! I definitely recommend her and I will for sure be scheduling more sessions with her in the near future!
Karely M., 7 months ago
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Ella Truelove Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Inspiration for my photography is rooted in my passion for nature, sunshine and capturing special moments in people’s lives. I focus on events such as weddings, engagements, proposals, portraits, and family sessions. I’ve been fortunate to call San Diego home and thankful I get to work with some wonderful clients, vendors and venues around Southern California. I’m excited to hear from you and create some beautiful images together!

We truly could not have asked for a better wedding and engagement photographer than Ella! She is so warm and friendly, which made us immediately feel comfortable and at our best. I was worried that I would feel awkward or my smile would be forced, but Ella totally put us at ease, encouraged us, and reassured us that our photos were beautiful. She is very open and excited about the client’s ideas and will give you several options while making professional recommendations, which was so helpful to us. During our wedding, she managed to remember all the specific details and requests we gave her, make everyone feel comfortable, get a huge variety of shots, and let us enjoy our day without being pushy or intrusive (like we have seen at other weddings). She has an amazing eye for lighting, composition and how to position people in a way that will look natural in the photo. We got married almost two years ago and we still have frequent conversations with our guests about how great of a job Ella did. We highly recommend her anytime you need a photographer!
Anya B., 14 days ago
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Pamela Hogan Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Surfside, CA

As a wedding photographer, I bring an editorial perspective and effusive compassion to my work. I am a creative visionary, conceiving grand visions and bringing them to life with authenticity and bravery. I create images that take you right back to your special day, capturing the ephemeral nature of time and showing you in all your glorious light.

Pamela recently took my stepdaughter’s senior photos, and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. From the start, Pamela was super easy to work with—she had great ideas and knew just where to take us to get some amazing shots. We went from the beach to some really cool spots in downtown Oceanside, and each location brought out a different side of my stepdaughter’s personality. Pamela made the whole experience fun and relaxed, which really helped her feel at ease in front of the camera. The photos came back so fast, and they’re absolutely fantastic! If you’re looking for a photographer who’s talented, creative, and just gets it, Pamela is your go-to. We’re thrilled with the photos and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Thanks, Pamela, for making this such a memorable milestone for us!
Hannah, 20 days ago
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Maze Creates 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Welcome! My name is Maisie but I also so by my nickname, Maze! I am a professional photographer based in San Diego, California! I have been in the wedding industry for 6+ years now - I am so proud of the work I create and the connections I form. To ensure I perform at my best, I only take on around 12 weddings a year. I truly cannot wait to meet you and answer any questions you may have.

We were on the hunt for a photographer for what seems like months. I found Maze from a friend and after meeting over the phone, we felt so happy about our decision to wait on hiring a photographer! We are from out of town and decided to have our wedding in san diego - she was extremely helpful in giving us location advice, timeline advice, and so much more. Our wedding day was amazing specifically because of maze and our amazing coordinator. I cannot say enough good things - I will be referring her to ALL my friends getting married soon. Maze we love youuu so much!! Thank you for everything
Johnny & J., 8 months ago
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Hannah Madison Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Surfside, CA
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Hi! I'm Hannah, your So Cal (but traveling) elopement and intimate wedding photographer! I'm so glad you're here. My photography style is a documentary/natural photographer. This means I'm more about documenting your moments and helping you create genuine smiles/moments in photos, opposed to just posing you, i want you to dance and have fun, snuggle into your partner and get those intimate moments. (I'll of course help you figure out what to do with your hands, because lets me honest, even I don't know what to do with my hands in photos. Haha) I love traveling, I love adventure, and I love making friends out of my clients.

Hannah is definitely one of my preferred vendors. Her photos are beautiful and overall she was the most pleasant, fun and easy to work with photographer I have had! Couldn't refer her enough!
The Social Event Planner, a year ago
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James Korin Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Hello Friends! I'm a wedding and portrait photographer based out of Long Beach, CA. Weddings are my absolute favorite type of photography and I love hearing about my couples love stories. My commitment to you is to provide with the best images of your life and a feeling that we are going to be friends for awhile. I will walk you through the whole process from start to finish and I'll make sure you take the time to enjoy your special day.

From beginning to end, James has been a great communicator. He has a calming energy that is very comfortable to work with when planning a big wedding like what we did. The first time we spoke on the phone we knew James was the guy for us. He is extremely thorough and one hundred percent committed to capturing the vision you see for your wedding. On the day of, his team showed up early and worked tirelessly. They shifted seamlessly, quickly adapting to any issues that arose, and when cold weather threatened our intimate sunset photoshoot, James coached us through blistering windchill with speed and precision. We've already seen a few of the sneak peeks and the photos look wonderful.
John C., 2 years ago
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Sheila Torres Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Surfside, CA

I'm a destination wedding & elopement photographer. I was born and raised in Rhode Island but I spend most of my time on flights documenting beautiful love stories all over the world. As a child all, I can remember was carrying around one of those Fujifilm cameras and taking photos of family and friends. Fast forward to 2017, I decided to take my hobby of photography seriously. Here I am years later running my business full-time & I love what I do. Capturing the raw moments and being the one to capture memories that you will look back on years to come.

We loved Sheila! She was so much fun and our pictures came out perfect!!
Sara S., 2 months ago
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Fitz Carlile Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Surfside, 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.

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Fitz Carlile is a master of light, and can make virtually any setting look like the most romantic place in the world. He immediately puts you at ease. We had to scrap our original wedding plans due to COVID-19, but Fitz remained a willing and enthusiastic participant through it all. Our recommendation to couples trying to plan weddings in this crazy time we've all found ourselves in? Go small. Don't cancel. And your photographer should be your number 1 priority. Photographs are the only concrete thing you'll own to remember your special day, and you will not be disappointed with Fitz. He's a true storyteller and his photos are magic.
Alana & S., 4 years ago
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Valley Images Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Surfside, CA

I have been photographing couples for nearly 10 years and have loved every minute of it. I have enjoyed following them through engagement, wedding, maternity and now family sessions. I have even become life long friends with some of them. I am a mother of 3 and have always loved art, and once I picked up my camera and found a way to tell others love stories, I knew I found what I was supposed to do.

Michelle is always my go to when my clients need a photographer! She is great to work with, easy going and produces amazing photos! She is also my number 1 pick for my family photos!! You will not regret choosing Michelle at Valley Images Photography!!
Shari Wise, 4 years ago
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Jaymel Molina Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Your wedding day is one of the most magical and memorable days of your life. Professional photography helps you capture the moments that make that day so special. Although a wedding is seen as a traditional rite of passage, it can be so much more. With Jaymel Molina Photography, you can preserve those memories in a variety of traditional and contemporary styles. Using state of the art equipment, artistic technique and impeccable attention to detail, our team works with you to make your special day one you will never forget.

Jaymel Molina's work will is stunning, artistic and intimate. He is professional and very easy to work with. You will be glad you hired Jay.
Jen - Walker Land Co., 4 years ago
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American Portra Weddings - By Nick & Rosie Gonzalez 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Surfside, CA
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We are the only husband/wife photographer and planner duo in the Temecula Valley. We love to have a great time while creating our couple's wedding day. We are located in Temecula but travel around Southern Ca for weddings and events. Some of our favorite Southern CA destinations are La Jolla, Newport Beach, Palm Springs, Joshua Tree, and Big Bear. With Temecula being our home, we have a special place in our hearts for wine country weddings. No matter where you're celebrating, let's make it happen. Traveling & experiencing new adventures is our favorite part about what we do. Let's get to know each other!

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My husband and I heard of Nick through a friend, and had an engagement photo shoot and wedding shoot with him. AMAZING! I cannot tell you how many friends and family were raving about my great photographer. Engagement photos: Overall very fantastic! He was flexible taking photos at any location we wanted, and gave great suggestions on which outfits would look best with different backgrounds. His eye for photography, lighting, and posing made our photos turn out even more spectacular than we would have ever thought! Nick gave great suggestions for poses, and got a good combination of candid shots (smiling, laughing, cuddling, etc), as well as professional posed shots. I've worked with many photographers in the past for various occasions, and have never worked with a better photographer than Nick! Highly, highly recommend. Wedding: Same experience as our engagement photos. I wrote up a list of shots I wanted (couple with my grandfather, specific shot in my church's chapel, shot of me holding flower girl, etc), and he made sure all those photos were taken. He (and his second / assistant shooter) were great at coordinating bridal party / family to take photos, but also in letting us have fun with some poses we wanted. His editing time and returning photos is incredibly fast. All photos were edited beautifully, and he was also easy to communicate with. Efficient at answering emails and providing clear details on pricing / hours/ services. UTMOST RECOMMENDATION! *My sister loved him so much at my wedding, that she booked him for her maternity photos a few months later!
Andrea and R., 4 years ago
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Shannon Bryn Photo LLC 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Surfside, CA

If it's your first time here, welcome! My name is Shannon Montgomery, and I am a California and travel photographer that specializes in traditional+timeless weddings and elopements. I am always up for a good hike, enjoy rainy overcast days, and will always stop to pet any dogs in reach! Working in the garden, getting to visit any possible farm animal (but especially cows), and walking barefoot make me happiest. I love seeing the beauty in things that have endured the test of time, seen across the challenges and storms, and still stand in their own kind of beauty today.

We hired Shannon for our wedding this year and it was one of the best decisions we made! She not only kept everything on time but she became a friend on that day as well. She captured every picture we wanted on our photo listed and delivered the most beautiful pictures from our day. She is professional, hardworking and the nicest photographer we have met.
Courtney+Josh, 5 months ago
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Shaun Baker Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Shaun Baker is San Diego’s Premier Wedding Photographer. Shaun grew up studying film/television and the art of story telling. “I love people and I am fascinated by the way we interact. I love the stories that each of us carry around. That’s what makes us all great. I have a need to capture the individuals raw emotions and give it back in a beautiful way. “When the camera is in my hand, normalcy is the furthest thing from my mind. It is normal for me to be in a tree, on a rooftop, or laying on the ground during a wedding so I am always in the best position to get the most creative shot possible. I'm always striving to exceed expectations.

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My family has always cherished photos, so I placed a lot of importance on hiring an ace-level photographer for our wedding. And the first time I came across Shaun’s photos online I literally gasped out loud at his stunning work. He truly captured the couples’ and guests’ emotions—and he did the same for ours. Shaun and his partner Annie, of course, took the pre-planned photos we had asked for, but the joy was in the unstaged moments they captured. The photos of our mothers hugging with tears in their eyes, of my grandma dancing and whooping with my friends at the reception, of my now-husband kissing my forehead during our first dance…. they captured moments and emotions we didn’t see or realize were happening that day the first time around, and their work is priceless to us. They put our families at ease with their humor and professionalism, and it was fun to watch them come up with creative ways to capture moments, but it never felt intrusive. Shaun and Annie also completed our photo editing in a fraction of the time that was agreed to in the contract, and sweetened the (short) waiting period with a handful of sneak-peek photos, as well as a 10 minute video slideshow of some of the best photos set to music. It was a lovely way to share memories of the day with friends and family who couldn’t make it and wanted to feel a part of the event. We would recommend them to anyone.
Michaela, 2 years ago
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Sienna Plus Josh 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Surfside, CA

We are Sienna plus Josh, adventure elopement photographers [who also eloped!] in 2011 and we have been shooting weddings and adventuring ever since. We are here to help you navigate the path of forging your OWN path. Going the adventure elopement route is intimate, authentic, and empowering...with a day that is truly reflective of your relationship and defines the two of you! One of the best things about eloping is that you get to throw away the rule book and write your own. Whether that is spending your wedding day on a mountaintop in Oregon, among the waterfalls in Iceland, or the warm desert of California.

I have been lucky to style a few elopements Sienna Plus Josh have photographed. They are so kind and professional, always putting their nervous clients at ease- in the end creating an incredible gallery. Their work speaks for itself, but as someone who has met them personally they are a joy to hang out with as well.
Anne Timss, 3 years ago
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Michelle Lanning Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Surfside, CA

An expert on wild and beautiful locations on the West Coast (California, Oregon, Washington, Hawaii) I am a full time photographer with a passion for creating timeless and candid art about your life. I service all of Southern California, Northern California, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii regularly, and will travel anywhere you want me to go to document your love!

We have had the pleasure of working with Michelle a few times now and each time she delivers a stunning and quality product. She is punctual, a clear communicator, and flexible in a dynamic outdoor space. We appreciate her professionalism and obvious love for her craft. She puts our couples at ease and is a breeze to work with. Thanks Michelle!
Ojai Labyrinth, 7 months ago
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Lani's Vision Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Surfside, CA

I'm not a regular photographer, I'm a cool photographer. Telling stories all up and down the coast of California. This girl (me), is a bomb mom of two trying to teach them to do what they love. As for me, that's telling your story. I've always loved the thought of traveling, observing and telling others stories. That's where you come to play. What's your story? Are you marrying your high school sweetheart? Are you traveling to your favorite place in the world to express your love? Is it just going to be you two? Do you both have a big family? Let me know. I'm here for it!

Awarded Best of Zola
Lani has done a numerous amount of shoots for us but the most special was our wedding pictures. She really captured all the love that was in the air that day. So blessed to be able to look back at all the photos and be taken back to our special day. Her style is AMAZINNNGGG. She's super sweet, has clear communication, answers any questions you have, and is very good at keeping you updated on your albums. Thanks lani for all the beautiful work you've done for us.
Joana + M., a year ago
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Shutter & Sound 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Hi! Courtney here (that's me on the left!). Shutter and Sound is the brainchild of renowned wedding videographer Ryan Geldermann. Ryan began his wedding videography career in 2010 in Los Angeles and quickly became recognized as one of the top videographers in the U.S.. After relocating to DC and still receiving countless inquiries from all corners of the country, Ryan decided to recruit and train a few talented friends so he could continue offering the quality wedding videography he’s known for in SoCal and eventually over 10 cities. Shutter and Sound is a very small group of filmmakers dedicated to turning your big day into a work of art.

My husband and I loved working with Shutter and Sound for our wedding!! They went above and beyond when capturing our venue and all the special moments throughout our wedding day. The videographers were very personable and easy to work with, and were confident in their vision. All of the deliverables came even sooner than we were expecting which was a nice surprise, and I've watched our videos sooo many times since we got them back. Truly a great experience! I'd recommend Shutter and Sound to anyone looking for quality footage that really tells a story. :)
Alanna A., 4 months ago
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Butterfly Photography NNY 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Hello and welcome to my page. I am so thrilled you are here. I am a story- telling photographer located in the 1000 islands New York. I photograph weddings in Alexandria Bay, Clayton, cape Vincent, Chamount, Sackets Harbor and Watertown

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My experience with Butterfly photography is really good. Our first consultation was so informative. She really wanted to get to know us and what we like/ don't like with photos. At our wedding day she came prepared with different props for our rings and detailed shots. She had so many ideas for the family photos and she got them done very quickly. Which I was shocked because we have such a big family. Her and her assistant are amazing at what they do. I would recommend this photographer to anyone who is getting married in the Thousand Islands NY
Willow, 2 years ago
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Addi Miller Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Welcome, and thank you for considering Addi Miller Photography for your special day. I'm Addi a wedding photographer based in Temecula area, serving San Diego, Palm Springs, Riverside, OC and Los Angeles. I offer a variety of packages tailored to meet your needs, from intimate elopements to grand celebrations. Each package includes pre-wedding consultation, full day coverage, and a beautifully curated online gallery. Detailed pricing and package information are available upon request. Let's connect and discuss your vision for your wedding day. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you and create custom collection of memories.

Addi Miller Photography was such a wonderful photographer. She went above and beyond with our wedding day. She even helped my MOH setup. She was so kind and she got all the shots we wanted. I will be hiring her for my future photo sessions that’s how professional and comfortable she made me my husband and Family feel.
Adrianna Ynigo, 5 months ago
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John Schnack Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,995
  • Serves Surfside, CA

Even under normal circumstances, planning a wedding can be a challenge. But in our current environment, it can be downright overwhelming! That’s why it’s important to choose a wedding photographer who can not only capture moments you’ll remember forever, but one who can also help you navigate the uncertainty you may be feeling. I want to be your trusted partner in this process. Whether you’re pivoting to an elopement or smaller ceremony, or if you’re forging ahead with a larger celebration, you’ll receive the same white-glove service that is a lynchpin of John Schnack Photography. We’re all in this together, and I’m here to help you!

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John is second to none.. His attention to detail is like nothing we have ever experienced. We did not have to worry or think about a thing with John. I am so grateful to have had him at our intimate family wedding, he feels like part of the family and made us so comfortable while capturing our most intimate moments. I have used John for so many engagements over the years and look forward to many more. His professionalism and artistry simply cannot be matched.
Lisa and N., 4 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Surfside, CA

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

A Surfside, CA wedding photographer ranges from $200 to $20,000 and averages at $2,800. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in Surfside, 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 Surfside, 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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