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BEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS IN CALIFORNIA

The best wedding photographers in California - available for your local or destination wedding.

The most precious wedding day keepsake is guaranteed to be your wedding images. That’s why selecting a trusted wedding photographer should take top priority. To relieve your wedding planning stress, we’ve rounded up the top California based photographers that’ll turn your wedding day moments into cherished memories.

Top 33 photographers in California

Clouds Inside

1 Review

Nayza is the passionate photographer behind Clouds Inside, specializing in weddings and elopements in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. As a former stylist, Nayza’s desire to create led her to discover storytelling from behind the camera, where she fell in love with making people, feelings, and events immortalized. Through the use of light, color, movement and emotion, she creates fairytale-like images that turn your day into a magical piece of art. No matter where your story takes you Nayza would love to be a part of it!

AJPhotography760

Discover the magic of authentic photography with Atalia, the creative force behind AJPhotography760. With a journey in photography that began in high school and officially launched in 2021, her passion lies in capturing beautiful, genuine moments that reflect the true essence of your story. Her style employs authenticity, vivid colors, and candid shots that embrace the real you, including the messy and perfectly imperfect aspects of life. Her approach is not just about taking photos; it's about connecting with her couples, making them feel comfortable, and creating an atmosphere where laughter and unforgettable memories thrive. Whether hiking a mountain, taking spontaneous detours, or embracing any adventure, Atalia is dedicated to preserving your unique journey in the most genuine and heartfelt ways. Based in Palm Springs, California, and available worldwide.

Joshua Rose Photography

Natural light and nature-filled compositions are the backbones to Joshua Rose’s photography. He is a photographer with a humble, grounded perspective that only grows stronger with time, who creates images full of tenderness, emotion, and authenticity. Born in Oregon, he has nurtured a love for the outdoors since childhood that has now expanded into a passion for people. First and foremost he values connection; his couples mean more to him than the photographs he creates. But it’s from the combination of a joyous environment and a personal love story needing to be told that Joshua is able to work his magic. Based in Big Sur and available worldwide.

Lauren Cate

With experience in fashion, commercial, portrait and wedding photography, Lauren Cate has discovered that her greatest passion lies in the ability to freeze a moment in time in a photograph. Now focusing on primarily weddings, her main goal is to capture more than just a moment, but the feeling behind it as well. She considers it an honor to be part of a wedding day, and she strives to make it a fun, stress-free, and seamless process, allowing you to relax and simply be yourself in front of her camera. Based in Southern California, Lauren is available worldwide.

Julie Pepin Photography

Your senses come alive when viewing the work of Julie Pepin, as if you can smell, hear, taste and feel the elements of the environment inside the image. She will go into your wedding knowing just what to capture, providing peace of mind to you and a calming presence to everyone around. Her modern take on the art of photography allows you to view photographs in a way that is different from what you are used to. Each shot has artistic vibrancy, electrified colors, and an overflow of thoughtfulness. A past bride claimed that photography is Julie's sixth sense -- which is quite clear as she creatively guides her camera and subjects into authentic compositions, creating images for a lifetime. Available worldwide.

Matthew David Studio

Christina and Matthew are the talented duo behind Matthew David Studio, fine art photographers specializing in artistic and creative portraiture throughout Palm Springs and beyond. As wanderers, explorers, and storytellers, these two thrive on adventure, the human experience, and living in the moment. No matter where your story takes place, Christina and Matthew would love to capture it in a set of images that are timeless, yet artistic, and most importantly, full of the authentic moments that are the most meaningful to you.

Danya Izararraz Wedding Photographer

1 Review

Discover true to color and candid Palm Springs and SoCal wedding photographer Danya Izarraraz, a passionate storyteller who specializes in capturing the everyday magic of your special day. With a penchant for adventure, she's an exceptional photographer always creating an experience for everyone who surrounds her. Beyond the lens she is a creative soul on a continuous path of inspiration from all art forms from music to creating unique spaces with her home decor previous career path. Having navigated five years of marriage, she understands the intricacies of wedding planning, making her the ideal guide for your journey. Her passion for great love stories and her desire to document them in a personalized and authentic manner shines through in her work, ensuring your wedding gallery is a cherished memento of your unique love story.

Ashley Carlascio Photography

Ashley Carlascio, a talented wedding photographer based in Northern California, is passionate about creating elegant and timeless images that tell your complete love story. Her work is a unique blend of classic and contemporary styles, while she also excels in varying lighting scenarios and fast-paced wedding environments. But most importantly, she has a natural ability to intimately connect with her clients and create a relaxed atmosphere, allowing her to capture their true personalities and emotions on their big day. Beautiful and authentic, her images capture the true essence of your unique love for you to cherish for a lifetime.

Teri B Photography

24 Reviews

A creative soul and lifelong traveler, Teri B. is a California based photographer telling stories of love, life, and travel. Using a photojournalistic approach with an artistic touch, Teri seeks to capture the essence of a wedding day, seeking out details and in-between moments. Her main goal as a photographer is to tell a beautiful, unique and authentic story through moody, yet joyous images, allowing you to relive the memories she captures for years and years to come. Whether your day takes place in California, France, or beyond, Teri would love to be a part of it.

Jed Horca

Jed Horca is an elopement photographer whose lens and masterful skills have woven beautiful stories across coastal communities-from the dreamy landscapes of Big Sur to the enchanting shores of Carmel Beach. His passion for preserving the beauty of love is evident in every frame he captures. He believes the moments that truly matter are when you are your genuine self-smiling, laughing, and even tearing up in joy. He strives to immortalize these moments and craft a timeless visual narrative of your special day. Whether you're planning an intimate elopement or a grand celebration, he will capture every precious moment and weave it into a mesmerizing tapestry of memories. Based in Monterey, California, fall in love with Jed's artistic vision and heartfelt approach as you take the next step in your love story.

Torez Marguerite Photography

In her spontaneous travels across the globe, Torez found her love for photography. She understands how memories can be fleeting, but photos last a lifetime. Because of this, she uses her talent and beautiful perspective on love and life to turn every valuable moment into timeless and incredible images for her couples. Her approach to photography is fun and laid back, while she visually narrates your day and captures core memories of your love story. With over three years of experience photographing weddings and couples in love, Torez is based in the Bay Area and would love to travel beyond San Francisco to create stunning images of your day.

Fitz Carlile Photography

Fitz Carlile is an award-winning wedding photographer and authentic storyteller serving Los Angeles and beyond. His ultimate priority on your wedding day is to document the bond you share, staying true to who you are and creating a story that will resonate in your heart for years to come. His approach is both cinematic and photojournalistic, drawing inspiration from film and travel to create images that are full of vibrant color, natural light and shadows. Fitz would love to tell the story of your day while remaining faithful to the unique personalities that allowed you to fall in love in the first place. He looks forward to meeting you!

cyoung photography

10 Reviews

Cassandra, a world-traveling photographer, artist, mother, and wife, has forged a unique path that led her to wedding photography. Her journey includes studies in fine art photography, a career in San Francisco's art and commercial photography scene, adventures in graphic design, Hollywood movie poster creation, and high-end advertising in Manhattan. Inspired by the beauty of everyday life, she believes in the artistry of the subtle and sublime, from the gentle sway of tall grass to the sparkle in a lover's eye. Her diverse background equips her with the skills to transform your digital images into gallery-quality, fine art pieces. Cassandra would love to capture your love story as visual poetry, celebrating beauty in every moment in Northern California and beyond.

Sarah Rittenour Photography

Sarah Rittenour’s approach to life embraces the unconventional, and so does her photography style. She’s driven towards visual storytelling that’s creative, unique and innovative, and she wants the process of having your photo taken to be fun and enjoyable, too. This helps every moment she captures to feel authentic and real, while always having a healthy dose of humor and quirkiness. Based in Northern California, Sarah is truly always up for an adventure. No matter where your love may take you, she’s ready to document your day with honesty and excitement.

Remi + Tori

Remi and Tori are a married duo who have worked together for almost just as long as they’ve been a couple, sharing their passion for photography for over a decade. They have traveled far and wide, accumulating experience in a wide array of photography genres - but weddings and elopements have their heart. Remi and Tori enjoy connecting with people and cherish capturing all of the love stories that unfold in front of them. Their imagery is vivid, sincere and timeless, full of natural light and organic hues; they also highlight the thoughtful details of your day along with the candid emotions and interactions. But most importantly, your love and personality are able to shine through each image, making every shot a treasured keepsake.

Kape Photography

15 Reviews

Driven by the mantra, "You are in love and you are alive," Karla of Kape Photography has developed a clear vision of what she hopes to capture in a wedding story -- not only the planned moments, but the in-between looks, honest words and real emotions. “A photographer for time-travelers,” she vows to document the most intimate and valuable details, resulting in meaningful images that take you back to those moments for years to come. Her photography style is authentic, and she considers herself a visual narrator of each story she captures. No acting or forcing moments are needed, just pure, raw emotions captured with a creative eye and all of her heart. Kape Photography is based in Mexico, but Karla will travel worldwide.

Catalina Jean Photography

A traveling wedding photographer calling Portland, Oregon home, Catalina Jean is a true storyteller. Her approach to photography is artistic and creative, resulting in emotional images that perfectly reflect the most intimate moments on your wedding day. She believes that there is so much beauty to be found in the ordinary, which is exactly what she strives to capture. Most importantly, Catalina understands that love is an adventure, and she is honored to be a part of it. Catalina Jean is available across the U.S. and worldwide.

Carmen Lopez Photography

32 Reviews

No matter your style or traditions, Carmen is there for it with a full-heart and camera in hand. She’s there to document all of you without judgment, bringing cinematic artistry to every moment while also keeping you cool, calm, and comfortable. And since celebrating something so monumental with your friends and family is undeniably fun, she believes your wedding photos should be too. With Carmen, there won’t be any time wasted with setting up boring poses or fabricated moments. She’ll be capturing the magic that you create without even trying, and making every shot vivid, heartfelt, and beautifully electric. Based in San Diego, she’s prepared and ready for any location across the globe.

safeena noah photography

11 Reviews

Safeena is a wedding photographer like few others. While her talent is undeniable, she also effortlessly doubles as your friend and guide, making any adventure you imagine accessible. She knows the natural wonders of California intimately, and intertwines their beauty into all of her documentation. For how much she dislikes the ideas of perfection when it comes to the visual details or conventional aspects of a wedding, her approach to the craft and editing process are completely opposite. One look at her portfolio and you’ll know what we mean - as every photo is beautifully composed and captured, full of light, texture, color, and, most importantly, feeling. Safeena is present on your wedding day to contribute to the celebration, but also, to immortalize the emotions as authentically as possible.

Michael Dadula Photography

Michael Dadula is not your typical wedding photographer; he's a photographer at a wedding, making your special day into a timeless work of art. He is a versatile artist, with expertise in both film and digital photography. He's available to document weddings and elopements in picturesque locations in Big Sur, Carmel, Bay Area, and worldwide, but what truly sets him apart is his passion for the timeless art of film photography, capturing genuine moments and emotions with a soft, romantic quality. He seamlessly combines this traditional approach with the modern flexibility of digital photography, ensuring that no precious moment goes unnoticed. With Michael, your wedding day transforms into a beautifully narrated love story where images are not mere snapshots but a symphony of emotions and love cherished for generations.

Vivian Chen Photography

2 Reviews

Vivian Chen is a photographer with a passion for the adventure of travel, nature, and intimate weddings that embrace and celebrate the two. Shooting weddings since 2006, her relaxed demeanor and wedding know-how are the perfect gifts for any stressed bride or groom. Not to mention, her timeless imagery full of clean lines, crisp hues, and classic compositions are just as exceptional. Vivian focuses on catching those multiple fleeting, candid moments scattered throughout your day, putting her innate sense of observation to good use. She also magically captures the beauty of natural light and the warmth it provides to any space. Vivian and her undeniable talent are more than prepared to deliver the wedding photos of your dreams, be that in the Bay Area or anywhere across the globe.

Cassie Lee Photography

5 Reviews

Cassie Lee is all about bringing your love story to life through captivating imagery, ensuring your photos truly reflect your unique journey. With a skillful blend of digital and film photography, she puts your emotions, details, and authenticity at the forefront. Whether you're in Northern California, Utah, or anywhere around the world, she is there to tell your story with exquisite care and a keen eye for meaningful moments. With her, your experience is like a seamless, natural dance, allowing you to bask in your love on your special day. She artfully captures every heartbeat and fleeting gaze, from grand declarations to the soulful in-betweens. Cassie Lee knows your photos are more than just images; they're a vibrant tapestry of your most intimate and beautiful tale.

Preserve Studio

Shannon Rock, the exceptional artist behind Preserve Studio, is a visionary wedding photographer dedicated to capturing the best memories of your special day like no other. After exploring various industries, she finally realized that her true calling was to pursue her passion for the silver screen and photography. Her style is where the worlds of fine art, narrative, and editorial photography converge to create breathtaking images that transcend traditional beauty. With a profound dedication to storytelling, she weaves a dramatic yet authentic style into every shot, aiming to capture genuine emotions. Her meticulous attention to detail and ability to blend creativity with technical expertise allows her to create visuals of timeless and enchanting memories. Based in California, she would love to document your extraordinary love story and travel the world wherever it brings you.

Berlynn Photography

6 Reviews

Berlynn is a hopeless romantic and a sucker for real, honest, and messy love - a true adventurer eager to capture the authentic elements of your relationship with her camera. She wants to give you photos that you can cherish that are meaningful, artistic and wildly romantic. Her experience capturing over 150 weddings has prepared her for anything that comes her way, both during the planning process and on the day of. Berlynn is kind and encouraging, keeping things stress-free and allowing you to focus on celebrating your love fully and completely. Based in San Diego, and available to adventure alongside you throughout Southern California and beyond.

Will Khoury Photography

21 Reviews

Will Khoury is a creative, adventurous wedding and elopement photographer based in Northern California. His desire to create has found its most rewarding outlet in photography, and Will is never more satisfied than when he is doing just that. He consistently strives to know and understand his clients deeply in order to capture them in a real and honest way. By taking a photojournalistic approach to his photography, the resulting images are full of emotion, intimacy, and true storytelling. Will is available for hire wherever your love exists.

Julia Goldberg Photography

9 Reviews

After traveling the world and capturing gorgeous photographs of captivating places and memories, Julia discovered her passion for documenting love stories. With that passion combined with her strong background in event organization comes the unique ability to help you plan and capture the wedding of your dreams. She makes you comfortable so that the photos she creates look natural and represent your emotions and connections on your special day. Based in Northern California, Julia would love to travel with you on your wedding day and turn your memories into art that you will proudly treasure for a lifetime.

Apollo Fotografie

For the Apollo Fotografie team, all love - no matter race, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity - deserves an epic celebration along with beautiful, fine-art photographs to match. Love is what unites us all in this diverse world, and lead photographer and owner Andra’s mission is to deliver a visual narrative that is honest and as unique as your personal story. With a talented, artistically-dynamic team, Apollo Fotografie’s style is built around editorial techniques, candid photojournalism, and lots of glowing natural light. Professional, experienced, and limitlessly passionate, Apollo Fotografie creates radiant photos that are the perfect complement to your modern, joyous love.

AshGabes Photography

16 Reviews

Full of color and exuberance, Ashley Gabrielson’s imagery brings the joyfulness of a wedding day to life. Her photographs possess the same sincerity and charm that she herself does - never overly-posed or stiff, and always centered around the honest moments and people that make up a wedding day. The couples Ashley attracts don’t take themselves too seriously, seen in the silly faces, moments of laughter, and unique wedding details that reflect their personality and style. She is a professional who has found her passion and realized her fate, as she effortlessly builds real friendships with her couples and delivers beautiful, vibrant wedding photos. Based in Carlsbad, and available worldwide to capture your story.

Shannon Rock

Gina Clyne Photography

Gina Clyne is not your ordinary wedding photographer. Employing a photojournalistic approach, she captures the essence of your special day and creates unique images that become increasingly valuable with time. Drawing from a background in fine art photography and extensive experience organizing art fairs, she brings her artistic expertise and logistical precision to her work. With an unobtrusive and honest presence, she remains attentive and ready to capture special memories throughout the day, allowing you to stay in the moment. Based in Los Angeles, Gina would love to create a timeless record of your wedding, preserving every heartfelt moment and ensuring that your precious memories are cherished for years to come.

Sydney Angel Photography

Sydney Angel has a genuine desire to connect and establish trust with her couples. Her commitment extends beyond simply documenting your special moments-she is always there to provide support, whether fixing a safety pin or wiping away tears. She aspires to inspire freedom, adventure, and fun. She has an exceptional talent for stunningly capturing the day's movements and emotions, and she strives to preserve the raw, fleeting moments that often go unnoticed. Based in Los Angeles but available worldwide, Sydney would be so excited to work with you to create breathtaking images of your dream wedding that will stand the test of time.

Gin and July

Maxx and Bre of Gin and July are partners in both work and life, specializing in honest, documentary style wedding photography for the modern couple. At each wedding, they are constantly on the lookout for those big moments that are teeming with emotion as well as those tiny details that may have otherwise gone unnoticed. They believe that every love story is unique and every story is worthy of being told. They will capture the emotions, feelings, and the individual personalities of their couples and their guests resulting in a beautiful, bespoke gallery of classic imagery that tells the story of each day from start to finish. Employing a photojournalistic style and an easy going attitude, they embrace their couples like family and, in turn, will leave you with visual memories that you can return to again and again. Based in Southern California and available worldwide, Maxx and Bre would love the opportunity to document your dream wedding and tell your story with their imagery.

Madeline Barr

As a photographer, Madeline Barr considers her role on your wedding day to be much more than simply standing behind her lens. As your professional third wheel, your right hand gal, and most importantly, your friend, her job is to ensure that you feel 100% comfortable in front of her camera throughout your day. She understands that the best moments happen when you are able to enjoy them in the present, giving you peace of mind that she will capture every single one. Based in San Diego, Madeline would love to make magic with you anywhere!

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