Weddings by Katherine Marchand


Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $4,000

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $1,000

Packages

Prices start at $500


About Weddings by Katherine Marchand

Weddings by Katherine Marchand

Owner & Lead Photographer

I'm Katherine, a wedding photographer based in Oakland, CA. With over a decade of experience and features in Vogue, Brides, The New York Times, and more, I know how to create wedding photos that don’t just look stunning — they feel like you. No trendy filters, no forced poses, just authentic moments that reflect who you are. I believe the best moments aren’t staged. They unfold naturally, in the quiet glances, the belly laughs, and those unspoken connections shared with your loved ones. My goal is to capture those raw, in-between moments that truly make your wedding day yours!

Think of me as your photo fairy godsister - specializing in transforming even the most "meh" moment into a work of photographic art that is both artistic and organic. Not to brag, but I’ve made a crowded getting-ready shot at a Holiday Inn with 2 feet of space between the bed and the window look like a Caravaggio-esque portrait


Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Online proofing
  • Printing rights
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital
  • Film
  • Hybrid

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Digital rights
  • Online gallery
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images
  • Slideshow
  • Wedding album

Weddings by Katherine Marchand packages

The Lowkey Eleopement

2 hours

Peak pricing $1,250-1,800

Off-peak pricing $750-1,500

Description

Perfect coverage for elopements at city hall or casual affairs. This is best if you are going down to the courthouse or celebrating with your closest loved ones with an intimate gathering. This package will have you fully covered for coverage of the ceremony, family photos, plus portraits of the two of you. We can always create something custom if you are having additional locations or a celebration somewhere.

What’s included
  • 2 Hours of Coverage with Katherine as photographer
  • At least 350 high-resolution photos edited by hand
  • 8 hours of additional editing and retouching work
  • Sneak peek photos within 24 hours
  • Full gallery delivery within 3 weeks
  • Online gallery with 1 year of cloud storage
  • Up to 1 pre-wedding Consultation Meeting
  • Exclusive 80-Page Wedding Planning Guide

The Classic Wedding

8 hours

Peak pricing $4,500-8,000

Off-peak pricing $2,500-5,000

Description

This kind of coverage is best for one-day weddings without the need for weekend coverage. Recommended for weddings of 80 guests and up, 1-2 locations, and smaller bridal parties. I'll arrive about 1-2 hours before your First Look or Ceremony and document every moment of the day through the first hour of the dance party. A second photographer and additional hours can be booked depending on logistics.

What’s included
  • 8 hours of coverage with Katherine as photographer
  • At least 1800 final photos in high-resolution
  • 3 rolls of 35mm Film (150 photos in color + B&W)
  • 20 hours of additional editing and retouching work
  • Sneak peek photos within 24 hours
  • Full gallery delivery within 8-10 weeks
  • Online gallery with 1 year of cloud storage
  • Up to 4 pre-wedding Consultation Meetings
  • Exclusive 80-Page Wedding Planning Guide

The Destination Weekend

12 hours

Peak pricing $8,000-10,000

Off-peak pricing $5,000-7,000

Description

The whole shebang! This coverage is for couples hosting wedding weekends at a destination or beloved local spot. Strongly recommended for wedding with 150+ guests and multiple locations. You'll have us capturing every moment from your rehearsal dinner through the excitement of getting ready until the last song plays on the dance floor, plus custom designed Italian-made leather heirloom albums to remember it all and pass down for generations.

What’s included
  • Full Day Coverage with Katherine as photographer
  • Second Photographer from the team
  • 2-3 hours of Rehearsal Dinner Coverage
  • At least 2500 high-res photos edited by hand
  • 30 hours of additional editing and retouching work
  • Sneak peek photos within 24 hours
  • Full gallery delivery within 10-12
  • Online gallery with 1 year of cloud storage
  • Up to 4 pre-wedding Consultation Meeting
  • Location Scouting and Visual Moodboard
  • Exclusive 80-Page Wedding Planning Guide

Engagement Session

2 hours

Peak pricing $750-1,500

Off-peak pricing $500-1,000

Description

Not your mother’s engagement photos! This is for the couples who want their pre-wedding session to feel effortless and authentic in a spot that means something to you. Whether you’re a little camera-shy and want those unfiltered, candid moments because all your photos are on an iPhone—or you’re fully prepared with three outfit changes and a perfectly curated Pinterest board — we’ll make some serious photo magic together, capturing your vibe exactly how you imagine it (and probably even better).

What’s included
  • Evening/Morning Session - Locale(s) of Your Choice
  • Anywhere from 1-3 hours of shooting time
  • At least 250+ high-resolution final photos
  • 1 roll of 35mm film for the nostalgia feels
  • 5 hours of additional editing and retouching work
  • Online gallery with 1 year of cloud storage
  • Sneak peek photos within 48 hours
  • Full gallery delivery within 3 weeks
  • Outfit & Location Consultation

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  • Best guide and photographer for City Hall!

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    Priscilla T.Nov 14

    Working with Katherine was wonderful! We had really admired her work through Instagram and she was extremely friendly and proactive from the beginning. We wanted a photographer who was very familiar with civil ceremonies at City Hall and was able to capture the day in a classic and genuine way to capture the joy of the big day. Katherine sent frequent emails with updates and tips on how to prep for the day and we had a preliminary call where we were able to make a schedule and plan out the day since we also had a wedding photoshoot afterwards in Golden Gate Park afterwards. During the day of, Katherine was on-time, flexible with when the other people in our group arrived, and guided us through the whole morning with when to check in, where to take photos, etc. She gave us some prompts of how to pose but overall she let us be natural and encouraged to be comfortable in front of the camera. The ceremony was captured beautifully by her and she took great group photos. We then went to Golden Gate Park, and she helped us take some cute coffeeshop and park photos, even with some bonus tennis court and piano pics (two of our favorite hobbies!). We received a sneak peek very promptly with an awesome of photos (100 of them!) and a huge full gallery in about a month with lots of gorgeous film photos. There was a huge heat wave that weekend in San Francisco, and Katherine made the whole experience so pleasant and working with her felt like working with an old friend. She is so personable and I have been highly recommending her to my friends and family already! I would definitely recommend working with Katherine :)

  • She’s the best!!

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    Sammy C.Oct 6, 2024

    Katherine is incredible to work with. She took our photos for our elopement in the San Francisco, California courthouse and she made the process so smooth!! We had no idea where to go, where the best picture spots were, etc- but Katherine had it all laid out, she even told us where the best spot to park is. She is so easy going, makes you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and took the absolute best photos. Seriously- she exceeded our expectations and I am in LOVE with our photos. Thank you for everything, Katherine!!

  • 10/10 Photographer - BOOK HER!!!

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    Jamie-Rose W.Oct 1, 2024

    I cannot say enough incredible things about Katherine. Taking photos can be intimidating and overwhelming, but Katherine made our engagement photoshoot so much fun. She truly made it a day in our wedding journey that we will look back and cherish forever. Katherine has a gift for making people feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. Not only does she make you FEEL great while you are taking photos, but her photography skills are truly unmatched. Our photos came out better than I could have imagined and we have received so many compliments from friends and family. Photography talent aside, Katherine is very professional, thorough with all of her communications, and so passionate with shines through her work. I would highly recommend her to anyone!

  • 1000/10

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    Melissa K.Sep 22, 2024

    A long overdue review for a seriously talented photographer. We had the privilege of working with Katherine for our November “minimony.” She was so easy to connect with and made us feel amazing, beginning to end – she exudes Cool, Calm, and Collected! You’ll see in her portfolio she has captured weddings of all sizes, but it’s obvious she brings the same energy, attention, and love to all. I could go on for hours about her skill, artistry, style, and creative eye, but I’ll just say this: she has IT. She captured the essence of our day and beautiful photos of us that 100% feel like us. They will be loved and treasured for years to come. It was an absolute joy to have Katherine as our photographer and I cannot recommend her enough!