The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in San Francisco, CA

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in San Francisco, CA

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Khariza Rae Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000

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

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I recommend Khariza to anyone who wants a photographer who’s easy to work with, thoughtful, and genuinely gifted at what she does!!! She made us feel comfortable from the start and guided us in a way that made us feel like naturals! For our photoshoots, she made sure to incorporate our personalities and ideas into our photos, suggesting poses so the photos looked genuine. Her edits were clean and her album is top notch! She caught all the big moments, but also so many small candid ones we didn't even notice until we saw the pictures. Thank you so much Khariza!
Miguel E., 3 months ago
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Pluvia Studios 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Offer

Pluvia Studios is a wedding photography and videography company that is passionate about strong story-telling. We extract the best elements for our couples and curate an unforgettable viewing experience. Contact us directly to customize your desired wedding photo and/or video package.

Awarded Best of Zola
From start to finish, JayDee and his team at Pluvia Studios were nothing short of exceptional! JayDee's attentive and thorough communication made navigating my sister's wedding preparations an absolute breeze. On the big day, he ensured our entire group felt completely relaxed and genuinely at ease, a testament to his clear vision and the team's seamless execution. The moment we received the notification that our photos and videos were ready, our excitement was palpable. Viewing them filled us with tears of joy and overwhelming love, as each beautifully captured memory transported us right back to the wedding day. I wholeheartedly recommend JayDee and Pluvia Studios to anyone seeking top-quality photography and videography to capture their most cherished moments.
Brianica D., 8 months ago
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Ozan Ulucan Photography 

5.0

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

I am a professional wedding photographer, dedicated to capturing the beauty and emotion of your special day. I offer a variety of packages to fit any budget, and work closely with couples to understand their unique vision. I use a blend of film and digital photography for a timeless and romantic look. I understand that every wedding is unique and that each couple has their own personal style. That's why I take the time to get to know you and your partner. I am passionate about my work and committed to providing the highest level of service. Contact me for a consultation and let's create beautiful memories together.

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Ozan was absolutely incredible from start to finish. He has such a warm and professional presence that instantly made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. Every photo he captured feels natural, full of emotion, and beautifully composed.
Jon, 7 months ago
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Misha Velasquez 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,200

INQUIRE ON MY WEBSITE TO HEAR BACK FROM ME THE QUICKEST! weddings. mishavelasquez.c0m I'm here to find the magic between the big moments, capture the emotion in the room, and the excitement that is building up to your wedding. The day is about your love, your vibe, and how your memories get to last with you, so my goal is for you to stay as present and be as much of yourself as possible. Your wedding day should be FUN, and we will find every way to celebrate. So cheers to your wonderful wedding season; I can't wait to meet you!

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If we could rate a 100 stars, we would. Misha and Zaiah captured our wedding better than we knew was possible and were incredibly easy to work with. Our photos feel magical and timeless, striking the perfect balance between classic wedding pictures with thoughtful creative details and artful documentary images. These photos are stand alone art pieces we can decorate our home with for the rest of our lives, whatever season of life we’re in. We have received endless compliments from friends and family, not only on the photos themselves but also on how incredible Misha and Zaiah were to work with. They brought warmth and intention, gave extra attention to any special circumstances, and somehow managed to create meaningful moments for everyone there. In our final gallery, beyond our own portraits, we found amazing candid images of our family and friends that we now plan to gift to them. It was an unexpected and truly special bonus. Worth every cent and more. We highly recommend adding the film as well! :) Thank you both so much!!! Galen & Mickayla
Galen C., 2 months ago
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Sfilm 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800

Meet Gleb (Hlib) Shabashnyi. He has been doing professional photography and videography, including all aspects of editing and retouching, for more than 16 years. Experienced in a range of genres, from weddings and engagements to corporate events and headshot photography. Focuses on capturing real moments, blending a candid approach with professional - fairytale polish. Whether it’s a wedding, an engagement shoot or a conference, he aims to document the story authentically, ensuring the final product reflects both the mood of the event and the client’s expectations.

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From the moment we booked Sfilm for our wedding, their communication was consistently reliable and he responded quickly to any questions we had. On the day of the wedding, he was friendly and professional, with an amazing eye for capturing the beauty and timeless moments of our special day. The quality of his work was truly amazing - the photos are absolutely beautiful and he worked quickly to get us our pictures. We couldn't be happier with Sfilm and highly recommend him to any couple looking for a talented, skilled wedding photographer.
Barbie U., 4 months ago
Jazmín Solano Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

Artistic storytelling for the fun, kind and adventurous. Hi friend! :) I'm your neighborhood artist, goofy empath, & lover of dogs and human beans. (Name is pronounced Hasmeen, kinda like jalapeño) My goal is to be a source of joy and vulnerability in your life while helping you feel grounded on your big day and ~even more~ grateful for the life you live and the love you choose. 

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We adored Jazmin and our work with her was so comfortable, joyful, and ultimately resulted in stunning, dreamlike photos. We were seeking low-key, calm vibes for our wedding day, and after meeting with Jazmin, we felt immediately at ease. What initially drew me to Jazmin was her photography, of course, and her adventurous streak and love/appreciation for nature that is reflected in her work. I did not want traditional wedding photos or overly posed editorial shots - I primarily wanted big nature shots, candids, and authentic memories captured. I could tell from her other work on her website, she would be ideal for this. Additionally, I was seeking a photographer who could do film and digital photos, which Jazmin can do (plus polaroids! which I loved). On the practical and professional side of things, Jazmin also really stood out. All of her communication was prompt, thorough, and attentive. There were surveys used to get to know us / our story better and to clarify exactly what we were looking for both the wedding day and our engagement photos. She also met with us on several occasions to talk things through and make sure we were on the same page. This gave me confidence that she not only knew what we wanted in terms of photographs, but she also cared to know as a couple. On a more personal level, Jazmin immediately felt like a friend. She is our people, and we knew we would feel grateful and comfortable having her as a part of our celebration! She is kind, caring, thoughtful, intentional, genuine, and talented - what a combo! On our wedding weekend, she was great company to have AND she nailed it with the photos - couldn't have asked for a better combination.
Maddie M., 7 months ago
Annalee Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

You deserve to look back on your wedding photos and remember how the day felt — all of your nerves, your laughter, and, of course, your overwhelming joy. Together, we'll tell your story how you want it told, striking a balance between creating gorgeous moments with documentary-style gentle observation.

Awarded Best of Zola
Annalee was wonderful to work with. From the initial conversation to the actual day. She had great communication and it was also awesome to see her portfolio grow while we were waiting for our own special day. Annalee was super professional and sweet to work with. She handled all the chaos of our wedding very well and I super appreciate that she was able to take control of getting the shots when things were confusing and overwhelming. It was actually really nice to be directed when theres so much going on! In regards to her work, she has an excellent eye for framing and beautiful color grading. Her vibes come off as someone who really cares about their craft, as well as you, the client! We got our photos back about a month after and feel that literally every shot is perfect. There's a fantastic mix of behind the scenes, candids, staged etc. Our photos just feel very authentic and personal. These photos really help us relive the day (best day ever!) Please hire Annalee, shes absolutely worth it. We'd love to work with her again should the occasion arise!
Anita, a year ago
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Photoflood Studio  

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000

Courtney & Jackson are wedding, elopement & family photographers based in San Francisco, California but available for travel worldwide. We go wherever love takes you. Photoflood Studio is a wife + husband team from San Francisco, California. We are wedding photographers servicing NorCal to SoCal and beyond. Photoflood Studio specializes in wedding, engagement, and family photography. We aim to photograph life + love through an honest documentary approach. Our wedding, engagement and family photography is inspired by the beautiful wilderness, the culture of our coastal cities, and wherever you call home.

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Courtney is the reason why we love Photoflood Studio so much! It's so important to feel comfortable and happy with someone that is going to capture one of the most important days of your life, and Courtney really goes above and beyond to really get to know you as a person and as a couple. She really knows how to make you feel comfortable and to just be yourself. (And I think that's key to a perfect picture.) Another great thing about Photoflood Studio was how professional and thorough they are. They reminded us of things we didn't even know we had to do and always checked in on us and made sure we were on track. Obviously the photos came out great~ but what makes Photoflood so special are the people involved. We were so lucky to have her not just as a photographer but also as a friend to talk to or ask for advice throughout the whole wedding planning process. She is an amazing photographer but also just an amazing person! Also shoutout to Jackson- we love you too! Thank you!
Angie & B., 6 years ago
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Sarah Peterson Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,888

I'm a Bay Area native with over 12 years in the commercial photography realm. I got my start on the beaches of Los Angeles back in 2012 shooting commercial swimwear campaigns for some of the best designers in swim and fashion. That opened the door to countless opportunities with modeling agencies, reality television, and fashion design. In 2018 I made the move back up north to San Francisco where I grew up. With a wide network of friends and family up here, I found myself catapulted into the Wedding and Elopement industry - and absolutely loved it! I'm honored when I get to be a part of one of the best days of a couple's life together.

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Absolutely loved working with Sarah! She keeps things so fun & pays special attention to the little details of the day. Highly recommend for all weddings, family pictures, etc!
Shannon Newman, 4 years ago
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Vincent Po Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,100

Oklahoma raised, Princeton educated, and founder of Portrait of a Young Couple, documenting how couples of all backgrounds and identities across the world live and love. I'd love to be a part of helping to capture you and your partner's love.

From the moment we reached out to Vincent Po Photography, we were impressed by his professional, clear, and open communication style. Vincent made us feel so at ease and confident throughout the entire process, and the quality of his work was truly amazing. The photos he captured of our special day were absolutely stunning, and we feel the value was incredibly high and well worth it. Vincent is not only an incredibly talented photographer, but also an amazing person to talk to and learn from. He truly felt more like a friend than just a vendor, and we are so grateful to have had him be a part of our wedding day.
Nina L., 2 years ago
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JJ Ignotz Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500

I’m JJ Ignotz, a wedding photographer based in The Bay Area. I specialize in capturing real, heartfelt moments and telling your unique love story. My approach blends timeless elegance with modern style, ensuring your photos remain beautiful for years to come. I take the time to understand your vision, so you feel relaxed and enjoy your day while I focus on the details that make your wedding truly special. Let’s create lasting memories and celebrate your love through authentic, stunning photography.

5-Star Review for JJ Ignotz Photography I can’t recommend JJ Ignotz Photography highly enough. JJ has been a trusted collaborator of mine for nearly a decade, photographing high-end weddings and events throughout New York City. Most recently, she captured our own wedding, and I can confidently say—there’s no one else I would have wanted behind the lens on such an important day. JJ is the full package: reliable, incredibly talented, deeply knowledgeable, and an absolute joy to work with. She brings a calm, professional presence to every shoot and has an uncanny ability to catch the real, unscripted moments that make events truly unforgettable. Her eye for detail, composition, and lighting is second to none, and she consistently delivers images that feel both timeless and alive. Whether you’re planning a luxury wedding, a corporate event, or an intimate celebration, JJ brings the same level of care, artistry, and enthusiasm. I’m grateful not only for the beautiful images she’s created over the years, but for the trust and partnership she brings to every project. Five stars, every time.
Ryan C., a year ago
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Living Pictures 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $895
  • Serves San Francisco, CA
  • Offer

Welcome to Living Pictures, a vibrant collective of passionate photographers based in San Francisco. Our team consists of three lead photographers—Barbara, Ana, and Jason—and six talented associates including a videographers & a drone operator, all dedicated to capturing the beauty of personal moments through our lens. At Living Pictures, we believe that every photograph tells a story. Whether it’s a wedding, a couple’s special milestone, or a family gathering, we focus on creating authentic, heartfelt images that reflect your unique journey.

I’m so grateful we had Barbara and her second shooter at our wedding! The rain was nonstop, the venue turned into a muddy mess, and I was completely overwhelmed. But these two handled it all like absolute pros—staying upbeat, rolling with the chaos, and even making jokes to lift my sister and mom’s spirits when they started stressing out. Their energy and support made such a difference! Thank you both for being there for us—I truly appreciated it. Can’t wait to see you again for our maternity shoot!
Isabella Chan L., a year ago
Duy Ho Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

My professional background was cultivated in the field of architecture and design. But around 2010, my obsession with photography overcame my passion for architecture and I changed course. Through years of experience as a wedding photographer, I’ve developed a genuine love and appreciation for these emotional events. To me, weddings are emotionally-charged, symbolic celebrations. They often inspire pure expressions, words and feelings from the couple and their family and friends.

Awarded Best of Zola
We found Duy while doing the rounds looking for wedding photographers, and after the fact, I'm confident we found the best person for the job. What I'm most impressed with is the vision he brought to the event based on the time of year, dress code, venues, etc. His direction and attention to detail showed through in the final product, and he was great at listening to one of our half-baked ideas and making it work! Beyond the pictures, Duy's calming presence was helpful throughout the whole experience, from the engagement shoot to the wedding. He's a great communicator and we felt like he was on our team throughout the whole experience. We always felt heard and truly hope to work with him again. Last but certainly not least, he was priced competitively and on the lower end compared to some of the other quotes we received.
Andy F., 2 years ago
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Natalie N Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Hey there! I'm Natalie, a San Francisco based elopement and wedding photographer for couples who want a stress-free wedding celebration. I believe weddings should be focused on you and your partner having a great time. It's your wedding day, you should be enjoying it!

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Natalie was an impressive wedding photographer. She had a lot of great ideas for engagement and first look locations. And when it rained on our wedding day, she was out scouting impromptu first look locations in the rain before our ceremony. We are very pleased with the final product, which included a wide array of shots. She even touched up a few photos after, per our request. Natalie is easy to work with, flexible, and fun! You should book her now!!
Andrea and W., 6 years ago
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Images by Misti Layne 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500

Storytelling photography that brings your story to life. There is a story to everything right? There is certainly one to your wedding and even to a portrait session. The in-between moments can be the best moments! Images tell a story and they are there for me to find. This isn’t one image. It is a series of images that provoke emotion and thought. This happens with trust and openness and I know I can only get this if you trust me and I am open enough for you to do that. When there is this intimacy, I can get to the heart of the images and that is when the storytelling photography happens.

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first introduction call, it was clear that Misti truly cares about the couples she works with. Her prompt, friendly, and personable communication style put us at ease right away. On our wedding day, Misti's photojournalistic approach captured all the real, authentic moments and reactions that made our day so special. The intimate, high-quality images showcase our true selves and all of our beloved guests in such a beautiful, natural way. We are thrilled with the final photos and will cherish them forever. Misti's talent and passion for her craft is evident in every shot, and we highly recommend Images by Misti Layne to any couple looking for an exceptional photographer.
Alice M., 3 months ago
Que Vida! Photo and Video 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Offer

Hello! My name is Mary and my husband is Erick. We started our own multimedia company three years ago, Que Vida! Studio, and quickly discovered that weddings are our favorite event to capture! I love hearing all of your love stories, through your vows, your friend's speeches and what you share with me. I love to capture the expression of that love through my lens and the things that make your relationship uniquely yours. The best way to contact us is directly through our website or Instagram. Hope we can be a part of your special day!

All our family and friends have been giving so many compliments to our wedding photos and videos, which were captured by Mary and her husband so professionally, we loved their guidance, efficiency and patience, and we appreciate their work for witnessing and preserving our celebrations of love!!
Andy, 2 days ago
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Arrowood Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500

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!

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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, a year ago
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Jonathan Costello Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000

Jonathan Costello Photography has specialized in wedding, engagement, elopement, event, portrait, lifestyle, and adventure travel photography for over 25 years. Based in San Francisco, California and available worldwide, my goal is to offer you a seamless, joyful, and easy experience. I am incredibly fortunate that I've been able to capture the sweetest moments in people’s lives and in the most beautiful settings.

Literally, Jonathan is the best. Not only did he capture exactly what we wanted—the candid joy, pure happiness, and beauty of our wedding day in Sausalito—but he also made the entire experience so lovely and fun. From the start, Jonathan and his second shooter were so cool, kind, and easygoing that we instantly felt comfortable. Honestly, we now want to be friends with them! Their energy made the day even more special, and their ability to capture both our BIG LOVE moments and our more intimate glances so perfectly and authentically is unmatched. They were there from the moment we were getting ready all the way through to our final dance at the reception. A 12 hour day and they never once made us or our guests feel like they weren't 100% enjoying being there to capture our celebration. If you want INCREDIBLE photos and an amazing experience, book Jonathan. You will be so happy you did!
Stephanie W., a year ago
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hazel photo 

5.0

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

For some unknown reason I have loved weddings since I was a kid. That’s the first thing. But then… I got married. And that is indescribable. So… if you happen to be here because you have met someone special, and you are making moves, CONGRATULATIONS! You really are in for the ride of a lifetime. So… my first photos? Yup. They were from a wedding! Unfortunately they took the human knee as their subject because I was short, because I was five years old. One auspicious day I brought a camera to a friends’ wedding. I partied. I had a fabulous time. Afterwards they told me I should have said something, my photos were better than the hired pro.

We hired Paul for our San Francisco wedding and it was easily one of the best decisions we made. In addition to beautifully (and creatively) capturing the energy and excitement of the day, Paul was also an absolutely pleasure to work with at ever step of the way. Our wedding was in San Francisco this past August and had approximately 65 people in attendance. To say that we had high expectations for our wedding photographer was an understatement: we wanted someone who would be able to capture the dynamic energy and emotion of our big day in a natural, joyful way. I am happy to say that Paul exceeded all of our expectations and then some. We initially reached out to Paul in February through his website and we scheduled an introductory phone call. At that time I was chatting with a few different photographers in the Bay Area but was impressed at Paul's thoughtful questions regarding our vision of big day as well as the logistical considerations (venue locations, lighting , size, etc). From our first meeting at his lovely home, Paul was kind, thoughtful, considerate which made us feel like we were in good hands and helped put us at ease during the craziness of the planning. He asked us to consider which moments would be most important to our wedding and helped us think through the logistics of the day. Paul was also helpful in planning some of the big day itself: we had scheduled a city tour with our guests to occur between the ceremony and reception but were unsure where to go in the city. He recommended locations that would be both enjoyable for our guests and would make good backdrops for photos. In addition to the city tour, the day itself had a lot of moving parts which could have been really challenging to photograph (indoor ceremony in City Hall, outdoor brass band parade in full sunlight, indoor reception with low lighting in small antique store). Paul and his second shooter were well prepared and able to shot gorgeous photos in every location. Paul was also very mindful of which moments would be most meaningful to us. For example, we had mentioned that we specifically wanted lots of dancing photos from the reception and so Paul made sure a remote flash lighting system was set up in the reception venue which made for some fantastic dance floor shots. We had also said that we wanted to make sure we had a lot of candid photos of our friends of family and so Paul made sure to mingle among our guests, putting them at ease and getting natural, candid photos of our loved ones. After the wedding, Paul was able to send us our sneak peaks only after 24 hours (!) and the full gallery a short time after that. At this point, I was already very impressed but what happened after that really blew me away: Paul emailed me a few weeks after the wedding to me to ask if he could photograph some details from the wedding that he wasn't able to get on the big day (handkerchiefs from the brass band parade, wedding invitations, etc). He told me that he felt that those details were important in telling the story of our wedding and he wanted to make sure they were captured. I realize that it would've been easy for Paul to simply send the photos he already had but the fact that he found it was important to capture all the small details really speaks to his thoughtfulness, professionalism and excellence. We can't thank you enough, Paul!
Sasha & A., 6 years ago
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The Uncommon Weddings (Video + Photo) 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,097

Lights, camera, candid! We're not in the business of creating over-edited Hollywood blockbusters and photos. Nope, we're all about capturing the essence of your special day with a refreshingly authentic touch. We bring the realness, the candid moments, and the relaxed vibes that make your wedding video and photo a true masterpiece. So, if you're ready to ditch the drama and embrace the beauty of simplicity, we're the dream team you've been searching for!

Sway and his team at The Uncommon Weddings are AWESOME! They were extremely communicative, professional and fun! My husband and I are both a bit camera shy and they did a great job of capturing everything but not overwhelming us. Oh and our video is so beautiful it brought us to tears. Highly recommend going with them for your wedding!
Shahde T., 2 years ago
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Hannah Leigh Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,500

I fell in love with photography while I was living in Nairobi, Kenya for a few months. When I returned to Penn State, I decided to change my major to photojournalism! I started a portrait photography business in college and continued after graduation. Now, a full time wedding photographer living in San Francisco, I couldn't be more thankful for that trip to Kenya! It led me to my passion and has allowed me to live it out!

We had the pleasure of working with Hannah for our City Hall ceremony day. She was a great communicator and kept us in the loop in regards to timing/location. The way Hannah navigated City Hall was truly incredible - we are still blown away how she got so many photos in one hour! People see our photos & think we rented out the space - but nope, Hannah was somehow able to get all of our photos with no bystanders in the background! She felt like an old friend, and any nerves we had for a) getting married or b) doing such a personal shoot with a stranger disappeared immediately. Thank you, Hannah!
Tracy S., a year ago
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Jenna Rae 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6

i believe in capturing your day as it unfolds. documenting what is happening not dictating it. making sure those little detailed moments don’t go unnoticed. there is so much beauty to be told when you just let things happen as they will. i study what is in front of me, in real time — the people, the emotion, the light when it hits a certain way and then encapsulate it for you. i am deeply rooted in my feelings and want my images to reflect that as well as reflect the emotion of the day. my hope is that you can look back at your images and relive every loving moment.

Jenna is a true artist and amazing at what she does! The photos she shot for our wedding were way beyond your standard affair and belong in a gallery. She is extremely professional and kept a low profile throughout our big day. Jenna captured not only the obvious moments but also the sweetest in between candids we could never have anticipated and didn't see until after we got our photos back, like a grandmother's hug or the groomsmens' teary eyes during our vows. Hire Jenna for all your photo needs- you will NOT be disappointed!
Emily + M., 4 years ago
Jim Lee Vision 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000

Hello, I’m Jim Lee — a fine art wedding photographer specializing in authentic documentary storytelling. Over the past 12 years, I’ve photographed 200+ weddings across 50+ national and international destinations, capturing refined compositions and genuine, emotional moments. Recognized as one of Junebug Weddings’ Best of the Best 50 photographers worldwide, I create timeless, cinematic images that preserve not only how your day looked, but how it truly felt — beautifully, honestly, and uniquely yours. It means so much to me to get to help you celebrate your relationship in a way that feels true to who you are.

My wife and I were browsing IG during wedding planning when we saw Jim's photos of another wedding at our selected venue. Viewing those pictures, my wife and I just loved the angles and composition of Jim's photos and knew that Jim would be hard to beat. Something I didn't realize before I got married was how much time you spend with your photographer on your wedding day. I think I probably spend more time with them than I did with my actual wife and groomsmen. Having say that, I was glad that Jim and Ryan were my photographers. They were really cool, funny guys to chat with throughout the wedding and you can tell they were passionate about getting the best photos they can get out of my wife and me. I appreciate they were always want to try out new poses, new angles, and new props so that the pictures stand out. Jim was also a great photographer for our families as he knows Chinese and was able to give out great instructions even to my family members who didn't speak the best English. It was pretty funny too when we weren't quite sure what we were doing during the Chinese tea ceremony and Jim was able to step in and give us some instructions. We got our wedding photos a month after our wedding date and we were not disappointed. Jim's selection of curated photos that he touched up were all amazing and were all worthy to be set as wallpapers on our phones. They were simply more interesting to look than most typical wedding photos we've seen elsewhere. And honestly, even the rest of the photos that weren't touch up or part of the curated batch were amazing to look at.
Jack, 4 months ago
Onelove Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,900

Onelove Photography is a family. We are a close-knit family of photojournalists in California. We tell stories with pictures and have and a whole lotta fun while doing it! Our team is known for consistency and publication quality. Over the last 10 years, our team has been regularly featured in publications and magazines worldwide.

The Onelove team is the best of the best! I hired them for our wedding photography and I am blown away by the end result. We have beautiful photos that captured the day, our family, and emotions perfectly. When the pandemic altered our plans completely, they responded quickly and with empathy to help us move forward with a new plan. The photography coordinator is super organized and helps take the stress off your shoulders with clear communication and expectations. I look forward to working with them next year for our rescheduled reception!
Amanda and S., 5 years ago
Diana Rothery Weddings 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

I am a documentary and commercial photographer based in San Francisco, California, living amongst the fog with my little family that includes a wiener dog named Angus. One of my favorite childhood pastimes was flipping through the thick pages of my grandparents’ wedding album. I can still remember the smell of the leather binding, and the way the photographs curled up at the ends.

Diana is just amazing. We had high expectations based on her stunning portfolio, and she somehow still exceeded them by a mile. She captured so many beautiful photos of us, our family, and all our guests, and somehow did so without ever interrupting a special moment or the flow of the day. She also did an amazing job of capturing both “classic” wedding shots (first look, first kiss, etc.) and more artistic shots and candids (which are so beautiful that we would buy them in a gallery even if we didn’t know the people in them). And she is just a lovely person. We could not recommend her more and hope we’ll have the opportunity to be photographed by her again one day
Sarah B., 5 months ago

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