The Best Wedding Photographers in San Marcos, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in San Marcos, CA

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Black Hat Studio 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

We started off as a duo of quirky plastic artists who wanted to try something new - capturing weddings in a unique way that combined truthfulness and creativity. Fast forward 15 years and many, many amazing weddings later, and we're still just as nervous and excited before each event as we were on day one. I guess it means we still care! We believe your wedding photos should be a true reflection of your special day - capturing all the laughter, tears, love and joy in a way that takes you back to that exact moment. Making you relive the excitement, nervousness, happiness and warm fuzzy feelings of your wedding day.

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Choosing a wedding photographer is no small decision, especially when it comes to preserving the memories of your special day. We were fortunate to have found Eduardo and his team for our wedding in Mexico, and they exceeded our expectations. From the start, Eduardo was incredibly professional. He took the time to meet with us multiple times before the wedding, ensuring he understood our vision and preferences. His attention to detail and willingness to accommodate our specific requests put us at ease, knowing that our day would be captured just as we imagined. During the wedding, Eduardo and his team were discreet yet omnipresent, capturing the natural flow of events without intruding on the intimate moments, which was particularly important to us. Eduardo also had a swift turnaround. Within two months, we received our stunning photos and video, surpassing our contract's expectations. For anyone seeking a photographer who blends professionalism with a keen eye for natural shots, Eduardo comes highly recommended.
Nathalie K., 7 months ago
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Adam Levinstein Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Modern. Timeless. Different. Adam Levinstein Photography is a wedding studio based in Orange County with a passion for timeless storytelling. Founded in 2014, Adam has continued to photograph over 50 weddings per year, capturing special moments for each unique couple! Our goal is to photograph your day’s special moments, personalities, and love story all while allowing you to fully be present and in the moment.

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We couldn’t have asked for better wedding photographers than Adam and Maddie. From start to finish, they were absolute professionals, with top-notch cameras and equipment that ensured every shot was captured beautifully. They were so easy to work with, always patient and efficient while making sure the process was smooth and enjoyable for us. Adam and Maddie were experts when it came to lighting and setting the perfect scene, making sure every moment looked magical. They covered all the shots we needed, from our couple portraits to family photos, without missing a single detail. We were so impressed with how they managed to keep everything on schedule while still being so fun and engaging the whole time! Not only were they super talented, but they also brought great energy and humor to our day, which made the experience that much more special. If you’re looking for photographers who will not only deliver stunning results but make the entire process enjoyable, Adam and Maddie are the ones! They are the definition of over deliver!
Andrew, 4 months ago
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Heather Elise Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

San Diego wedding photographer, Heather Elise, has been photographing weddings, individuals and families here in San Diego for many years. A San Diego native herself, she loves capturing her clients in the amazing natural studio that we call home, San Diego. Heather makes sure that you are enjoying the entire experience by keeping you comfortable and having FUN while her creative juices are flowing! "I have to pinch myself everyday! I am truly lucky to share such special occasions with so many different people doing what I love. It is hard to call this a job....rather a passion!" San Diego wedding photographer, Heather Elise

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We recently had the pleasure of working with Heather Elise, and I can't say enough good things about the experience! From start to finish, she was incredibly professional, friendly, and talented. Heather took the time to understand our vision and preferences, which made a huge difference in the outcome. She had a fantastic eye for detail and captured moments beautifully, turning ordinary scenes into stunning works of art. Each photo tells a story, and I truly appreciate how she managed to capture both candid moments and posed shots with such skill. Throughout the wedding, Heather made everyone feel at ease, which really helped to bring out our natural smiles and personalities. Her creativity and enthusiasm were infectious, making the entire experience enjoyable and memorable. The sunset images exceeded our expectations! The quality and composition are simply breathtaking. I highly recommend Heather to anyone in need of a talented photographer. Thank you for capturing our special moments so beautifully
Heather R., 3 months ago
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Salt & Sol Studios 

5.0

San Marcos, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,900

Salt and Sol Studios captures life's authentic moments, blending creativity with heartfelt storytelling. My passion lies in immortalizing memories, crafting images that resonate with emotion and timeless beauty.

We had an incredible experience with Salt & Sol Studios. Adrianna and her team were excellent right from the start. They were clearly veterans of the wedding industry and knew exactly what coverage was needed for our day. Adrianna was excellent at directing everyone so we could get all our photos done and stay on schedule. Her calm presence helped keep everyone light hearted so we could maintain a fun celebratory atmosphere during photos. We got our album very promptly and the photos looked absolutely incredible. Adrianna worked very closely with us to make sure we got all our needs met for ordering thank you notes, framed photos, and creating our wedding album. We greatly appreciated her professionalism and the extra time and care she spent to capture our wedding day. Special bonus she even got some amazing drone shots of our entire venue and a group photo of all our guests which we will forever cherish! I highly recommend Salt & Sol Studios to any couple.
Dana L., a year ago
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Inspired Visuals Media 

5.0

San Marcos, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $800

I've always been a creative junkie and appreciated the fine arts since I was a little girl. I knew I wanted to do something creative as my career, and against all odds of "old school, you should be a nurse" Filipino parents, I achieved it. I've been a graphic designer for 14 years and after being sorely disappointed in my own wedding photographs I decided to learn photography.

We love Ronalyn! She is always sure to capture a variety of great moments with her different cameras. The B&W prints she selects show her eye for artistry. 3 sessions later (Engagement, Wedding, Family) we do not doubt she will continue to be No.1 choice photographer for us. Personable and professional!
Lisa & C., 4 years ago
PKA Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Welcome to PKA Photography! We are a dynamic husband-wife duo, our journey began when our own wedding visuals left us unsatisfied in 2022. Instead of dwelling on discontent, we took charge, giving birth to PKA Photography in June 2022. In this short span, we've joyfully captured over 300 weddings and events, spanning from intimate elopements to heartwarming civil ceremonies. Each event embodies a unique tale, a celebration of love, and an opportunity to freeze magical moments in time. In every project, we step into your shoes, ensuring that your experience with us aligns with everything we'd desire for our own wedding.

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We were thrilled with PKA Photography for our wedding photos. Kate, LaRon, and Mia were so friendly, accommodating, and professional throughout the whole process. Their communication style made us feel at ease on our big day. The quality of their work is simply stunning - they perfectly captured all the special moments and smallest details of our wedding with their artistic eye and skill. We are overjoyed with our wedding album and can't stop looking through the beautiful, vibrant photos that help us relive our special day. Thank you PKA Photography for preserving our memories so incredibly! Kate, LaRon, and Mia are truly talented and we'd highly recommend them to any couple looking for amazing wedding photography.
Kathy, 7 months ago
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Katherine Beth Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,589
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Hi Friends! I am SO happy you're here! You're in the thick of planning! If you want to spend your day savoring, being with your people more than taking the perfect insta photo, and can't wait to dive into life with your partner - I am your GAL! You'll look back on your day seeing the emotion, the connections, and the still moments that you were present for, with me as your photographer. I also am a pair for those who consider themselves "awkward" or "doesn't like themselves in photos." With my guidance, attention to detail and direction, we are a pair! I would love to hear about your day to see if we're a fit! Can't wait to hear from you!

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We booked Katherine to shoot our wedding day, which also came with an engagement shoot session, and we cannot recommend her enough! Within the first few minutes of our engagement session we immediately could tell we were in good hands and that our pictures would be amazing. Seeing how incredible our engagement shoot turned out only made us more excited for our wedding day. Katherine was so amazing to work with and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. She was professional and punctual and even gave us great advice when discussing other areas of our wedding! Our family and friends could not stop complimenting her direction and vision the day of the wedding and Katherine was so willing to look through some inspo photos I sent her prior to the day and looked for ways to recreate them at our venue. We were absolutely floored by her work when we received the photos back. The images are so crisp and the colors are gorgeous and she gave us so much variety! It is going to be so hard to decide which photos we want to hang on our walls!
Brooke P., 2 months ago
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Image In Love Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

I'm in love with taking photos and I spend all of my time working on fine-tuning my photography but also getting deeper than just taking photos. I am taking photos with the purpose now more than ever. Its been my years of experience that has helped me develop my photography into art and not just a picture taker. From the moment I meet my clients, I want to know as much as I can. Getting closer to a client really transcends into the photographs I am taking of them and their special day.

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Toby has done my daughter’s newborn photos and other Christmas time photos of our family. He always makes us feel so comfortable. Recently he did our family photos again and we tried a new venue - the beach. The outcome brought me to tears! I was so impressed with his ability to get our daughter’s personality and to capture the moments of love between us. It is truly endearing and memories we will cherish for a lifetime.
Lindsey M., 2 months ago
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Emily Morgan Photos, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

I’m here to capture nostalgic memories and help you remember the emotions behind the photos. I love capturing those truly candid moments. The kind of photos that put you right back in the moment five, ten, fifty years later. I'm a Southern California based photographer that will travel wherever you want to document your love! I'm constantly exploring with laid-back couples that want to capture genuine moments about their relationship. When I'm not taking pictures, you can usually find me hanging out with my loved ones, hiking, watching sitcoms, or taking a spontaneous trip.

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Emily’s photography portfolio and aesthetic captured my attention, I just knew that my husband and I had to work with her. She captured our love, laughter, and happiness so beautifully. She made us feel comfortable and the session felt effortless, which I was worried about since we’ve never had professional photos taken before. She’s magical, please please work with her! You won’t be disappointed!
Natalia J., 2 months ago
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Say Cheese Photography Company 

4.7

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $650
  • Serves San Marcos, CA
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As a photographer, my goal is to capture stories in the form of images. Photos have the power to help you relive a specific moment in time and recall all of the emotions and details surrounding that moment. When I work with you on a photo project, my goal is to provide you with photographic records of those moments. I want you to be able to look back at your photos years from today and be able to relive that moment in time.

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Wow our pictures were breathtaking, we can’t even begin to thank you! We will have these pictures forever hanging them up in our house and will be coming to you for all our family pictures now!
Britney L., 3 months ago
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Khoa Photography 

5.0

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

Hi there! I'm Khoa, a San Diego based wedding photographer who enjoys spending time with good people and road trips. I love all things weddings because witnessing couples' happiness brings me joy and fuels my creativity. I want to create photographs that can stand the test of time so couples can relive their day years from now and for generations to come.

Khoa was our wedding photographer from getting ready until the end of the night and we had an amazing experience with him the entire time! He is incredibly sweet and easy to work with, and made us feel very comfortable from the get-go. He was very thoughtful and thorough in using all aspects of our venue to provide amazing photos capturing the whole day. He worked very efficiently with us leading up to the ceremony to get us photos while still keeping us hidden away from our arriving guests, and then, during the ceremony and reception, he was amazingly unobtrusive but still able to capture all the great moments of our night! Khoa sent us a few preliminary photos which were all so perfect for personalizing our thank you cards. Once we got the full complement of photos from him we were blown away by the quality, editing, and energy he was able to capture from our wedding day. He is immensely generous with the number of photos he provides, and we have to stress that he somehow manages to deliver on both quantity AND quality. He is also very talented in composition and there were more than several photos that we never noticed him getting - everything perfectly captured the energy and feeling of the day and felt like we were reliving it again. Overall he feels like the complete package and we recommend him without hesitation!!!
Joanne Z., 3 months ago
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Carlsbad Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

I’ve been happily married for almost 27 years. I have three awesome sons. My parakeets Kiwi and Sparky are very social, meaning very loud! Champagne (maybe that’s why I love weddings) and sushi lover here! Photography has been my passion ever since my dad gave me my first film camera and introduced me to the dark room at age of 10. I lived in Japan for 12 years, and even performed on a stage there. I’m always up for a great road trip! I love tuna fishing. I love hats and want to wear them everyday (over 20 hats in my collection). I’ve been shooting beautiful weddings for almost 10 years. I secretly cry at every wedding.

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Irina from Carlsbad Photo was an exceptional wedding photographer. Despite having to change our plans due to travel restrictions, Irina captured every moment flawlessly. She arrived early, helped organize our dressing room, and was great with our daughters. The photos she took, including our first touch, still bring tears to our eyes. Irina expertly captured all the fun and dances, as well as our crazy families. Highly recommended!
Shanele, 2 years ago
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True Photography & Video 

4.6

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

I represent San Diego's top wedding photographers. I have sought out award winning talent that is technically savvy, creative, and very personable. Talent , experience, a great positive energy, and capturing a wide range of emotions, poses and backgrounds, are just a few of ingredients that goes into being successful for our clients . Each photographer has photographed professionally at least 5 years. We seek out couples who put photography at the highest level of importance for their wedding day, and hope to get the opportunity to chat with you soon :)

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The photos taken by Erin were great. The beginning process was really easy, but somehow the communication didn't connect to the actual photographer. We had a few miscommunications, but they quickly resolved the matter. The video came back not to the satisfaction of the client, so we pushed the video back to be reviewed and reworked. The quality hands down was excellent. I would certainly recommend them and work with them again.
Rubina Herrera, 6 months ago
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Sun & Soul Photo 

5.0

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

Hey there! Welcome! My name is Taylor- I am so glad you’re here! I am a documentary photographer based in the West Coast. I LIVE for capturing your love! You and your love story are anything but typical, and I strive to document that in the most candid and authentic way. My style is candid, documentary with a sprinkle of editorial. I want you to be YOURSELVES so I can help tell your true story. You've got incredible style, an amazing personality, and captivating energy that's impossible to ignore. So why should you settle for photos that don't reflect that? You deserve photos that celebrate your most alive and authentic selves!

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Taylor is so kind and so helpful!! She made me feel so comfortable and calm with all of the pre-wedding nerves! I am so happy we hired her as our photographer! I highly recommend her services.
Tory, 3 years ago
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Kristen Vincent Photography 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Hello there. Holy moly, I've been photographing all the pretty things, places and people for 12 years! I am a proud Mama to 3 kiddos, so I get the chaos that comes with love, life and the little ones. I love to dive right in and figure out what story I've been invited to tell. Who are you? I want to know your why. Why do you want your pictures taken and why me. Together we'll create your wardrobe with intention and choose a location that speaks to you. I always encourage connection, music, kisses and your best dance moves.

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Kristen was a dream to work with from start to finish. Our engagement shoot was fun and playful to start, then ended with some steamy sunset photos in the water. Our wedding day was just as perfect! Kristen is attentive and worked great with our planner and timeline. Our guests said she was so kind and playful. Truly the BEST investment!
Sarah J., a year ago
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Jenni Summer Studios 

5.0

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

Jenni Summer Studios specializes in dreamy, intimate destination weddings, portraits and fashion editorials through fine art imagery & editorial story-telling. Headquarters in Southern California. Available in San Diego/LA, Oahu-Hawaii & Colorado with no travel fee. Available worldwide for travel & destination weddings.

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Jenni and her team did a phenomenal job capturing our wedding day. We felt so comfortable from the moment we first met with her and that definitely translated to how easy it felt taking direction from her for our wedding day photos. Her team took time to get to know us and figure out what we were comfortable with so it felt natural (we're not the most comfortable in front of the camera but somehow she figured out how to get those sweet in the moment shots without it feeling forced!). The photos turned out stunning. From the formal portraits to our mountain top vows to the sweetest candids she captured of me and my dad and my adorable nieces and nephews there’s seriously so many amazing photos to choose from. I also appreciated how organized she was with our formal portrait list keeping it quick and everyone ready to move through those as soon as possible. Cannot recommend her enough. Thank you so much Jenni! We absolutely could not dream of better photos!
Laurel G., 6 months ago
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South of Indigo Photography 

5.0

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

Documentary style luxury wedding photographer offering digital, 35 and 120 film, and vintage Super 8 videography based in Southern California. Really big fan of my dog, fiancé, girly dinner parties, NYC lights, and walks around stunning cities and cobblestone streets. I have traveled extensively throughout my career and passport ready to be a part of your love story near or far.

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I’ve followed Lauren for some years now and I knew that she was going to be my wedding photographer . No matter what it took! When I got engaged, I literally a week later reached out to get her booked . I had alot of changes with my elopement but she was super helpful and responsive every step of the way. My husband is not a very photogenic person . He actually hates taking photos . But she brought him out of his shell and we had the best experience, rain and all . It was so memorable and intimate. She understood my vision and delivered the most wonderful experience and pictures . A literal dream … we love Lo and can’t thank her enough .
Sasha S., 10 months ago
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YC Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

I am really passionate about my job. I love meeting and connecting with people. Making them laugh and having fun during the photo session is one of my main purposes. I love when clients they tell me they don't like to have their pictures taken, that is a challenge; and I promise I will change their minds. When you put your heart and soul in what you do, everything comes naturally.

We used Yrsina for family photos, engagement photos, wedding photos and business photoshoots. Its because we have had such an amazing experience with Yrsina and YC photography that we continue to use her. She is always professional, courteous, extremely patient, and everything you expect from a professional photographer. If you are looking for amazing pictures that you will cherish for years I highly recommend Yrsina andnYC photography
Dj, 3 years ago
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Natalia Bareka Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

To me, capturing the moments of your wedding day is not only about making photos. It is about seeing your love in every single detail. The way you look, smile, touch and hold each other’s hands are those tiny things that help me portray the story of your big love without any words being said.

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I really enjoyed Natalia so much! So creative with the film shots. The eventual overall photos were beautiful. I’m not sure how she ran around and captured it all in such a way! She was very punctual and very cooperative about the multiple locations over the course of the day. Wonderful photos I’ll adore forever. Thanks so much Natalia!
Brittany F., 5 months ago
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Artistic Pro Photography and Videography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

We are excellent and experienced photographer and videographer for weddings and engagements. I have been a lifetime photography hobbyist since I was a teenager. I enjoy taking pictures and playing around with different advanced equipment. I am confident that my work is just as good or even better than what you paid $3000 for the most professional photographer for a wedding. I am using a top-notch full frame Nikon DSLR camera with top notch Nikon lenses. I also have a Sony 4K camcorder that can record excellent 4K videos. Therefore, we can be your excellent videographer too for your wedding or party.

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Wellington is 5 stars, no doubt. My husband and I had a hard time committing at first because choosing a photographer is a huge decision. That, and it always seems expensive at 3,000 and up (remember, most of their time is truly spent planning and editing, not just being there day of). We need to pay most of our wedding ourselves. That is why we hold off our photographer selection until just 2 months before our wedding. After much research and requested quotes from about 30 photographers. We found Artistic Pro Photography and Wellington to be within our budget and actually below our budget. We were both skeptical at first, so we took the engagement session first. Wellington took us to a resort just 3 days after our request. The resort is beautiful with a duck pond and a beach. We had a fun time posing for him. He asked us to do multiple poses at the resort. The photos came out fabulously. We love his many poses. I showed off the photos to my friends and my parents. They all love them. I then booked them for our wedding. We were happy with his flexibility and ability from start to finish - everything from putting a photo/video package together, to understanding what we wanted, to wedding timeline feedback, to their unobtrusive and seamless participation day of. He took our photos, and his wife took our videos. We enjoyed the attention to detail they had. They got nearly every moment we asked for. They delivered in the number and quality of photos. The video also came out well and very sharp at 4K. One of our biggest joys was that we didn't even have to wait to see the images - we got the photos just 2 days after our wedding! We would 100% recommend Wellington and Sarah. Their price is also 5 stars. You cannot find such a good deal.
Grace W., a year ago
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Jalea Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Hey there! I'm Linda. San Diego wedding and portrait photographer. I've been photographing weddings for 5 years and have loved every minute of it. I'd love to chat with you and share how I can help you get the best possible images on your special day while giving you a great experience.

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I had the pleasure of working with Linda for our elopement, and she exceeded all expectations in every way possible. From the moment we booked her, the process was incredibly easy and user-friendly. The booking system was straightforward, and I immediately felt confident in our choice. Her communication throughout the entire process was exceptional. She was in constant touch with us, especially when it came to the venue. Not only did she provide guidance and suggestions, but she also took the initiative to visit the site earlier in the week to scout locations with the best lighting and backdrops. Her attention to detail made the day go smoothly. Our elopement took an unexpected turn when it ended up being filmed for the news, causing us to go overtime. Despite the extended hours, Linda stayed well past her scheduled time and even took stunning photos of our interviews. Her dedication to capturing every moment, even the unplanned ones, was above and beyond. With her extensive experience with elopements, particularly at the San Diego courthouse, she had a deep understanding of the best timing and locations for photos, which made everything flow effortlessly. Her knowledge truly helped us maximize our time and get the most out of our special day. On top of her professionalism and expertise, she was a delight to work with. She brought a warm and calm energy to the day, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Her price point was also very reasonable for the level of service she provided. Without a doubt, I would book her again for any future events and highly recommend her to all my friends. If you're looking for a skilled, dedicated, and genuinely wonderful photographer for your elopement, Jalea Photography is the one!
Alexandria (AJ) B., a month ago
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Sweetpapermedia 

5.0

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

Welcome. We’re all about colors and styles. We always look for relevant works and thrive to reinvent trends if not staying current. Most of it is intuitive. Our style caters to those who aren’t afraid of the different, authentic, and rebellious. Our brand’s goal is for the real you to shine through. It’s our artistic vision of wedding and portrait photography. We try to test the limits and create something new and exciting, we like to enjoy every moment of our work and let it mold us into something fun and creative.

We LOVED working with Pol. We hired him for a San Diego wedding and Manila. He is so easy to work with and can adjust based on what you need. He is an amazing listener. Our guests also has so much fun with him. Highly recommend- the photos were delivered quickly and loved his editing.
Julianne, 5 days ago
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Jen Sease Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Hi friends! I’m Jen, you're soon to be favorite hypeman & third wheel. I'm a wife & not just a regular mom but a cool mom that just so happens to run a whole ass business. I’ve been a traveling wedding photographer for 4 years now, my business started back when my husband deployed and I needed something to occupy my time. I started with a rinky dink camera taking photos of anything and everything & now I'm here, taking photos of all you rad lovers. I’ve always been what one may call..a picture hoarder..so what better way to use my talent than to capture & share one of the best days of your life so you can hoard your memories too?

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I contacted Jen last minute, and she was able to provide me with the best day I could have asked for! She was comforting, fun, professional, and eased my wedding day stress. She was so helpful, balanced family desires with my own, and was a perfect wingman. She produced the best photos that I will cherish for the rest of my life!! Couldn’t recommend more!
Shawna R., 3 years ago
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Brittany Bender Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

I love telling the messy, beautiful stories of life and each person’s own unique experience being human. I'm a people-person to my core and I thrive on creating a space where you can feel free to be your incredible self. I want us to know each other as real people, not just as commitments on each other’s calendars. Let's be friends and make photos that are lovely and messy and true. This is an inclusive, anti-racist space for all humans, all love, and all body-types. You, your love, and your story are welcome here. Come as you are.

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Brittany proved to be the perfect photographer for our elopement in May. Her beautiful photos captured our cherished moments exquisitely. Her friendly and communicative nature made the experience enjoyable, and her ability to seize intimate, heartfelt moments is unparalleled. With reasonable pricing to top it off, working with Brittany was an absolute joy. For those seeking a photographer for their special event, Brittany is truly the best choice.
Tatiana A., a year ago
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Natalie Faiivae Photography 

5.0

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

Hello! I'm Natalie, a passionate documentary photographer dedicated to capturing the authentic and heartfelt moments of your special day. My approach to wedding photography is all about storytelling. I believe the most beautiful photos come from genuine, unscripted moments that reflect the true emotions and unique story of each individual couple. When I'm not behind the camera, you can find me spending time with my family, traveling to new places, or just cuddled up with a good show and a comfy blanket. I’m always inspired by the beauty of everyday moments and bring this inspiration into my work.

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Working with Natalie was a dream. It can be overwhelming having a camera on you and all this attention on you but Natalie carries herself with such a beautiful energy that puts you at ease. She really helps pose you and feel comfortable and before you know it you’re posing on your own. The confidence really shows in her images. My husband and I couldn’t be more happy with our photos! Can’t wait to work with her again, would recommend to all of my friends!
Vanessa A., 6 months ago
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Samantha Jacob Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Hi there! I'm Sam, a laid-back, down to earth gal! My love for photography started at a very young age. I thrive off of connecting with amazing people and creating beautiful visual art. I'm a 'go with the flow', free-spirited human. I am based in San Diego but travel all over the USA and world to capture stunning weddings. Travel is encouraged! I love visiting Miami, New York, Chicago, Las Vegas, San Fransisco, and other major cities in America. So excited to connect with you and create some stunning photographs that will last a lifetime!

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She is absolutely amazing!! I could recommend her more! Her work is absolutely amazing and she is the sweetest soul ever! The photos she took for both my engagement shoot and my wedding exceeded my expectation by far! She is 10000% worth the money and more!
Kyra K., 6 months ago
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Photography by Robyn Disher 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

My name is Robyn, I am a 31 year old living and thriving in lovely San Diego with my husband Brian. love capturing people in their most authentic, energetic, confident, and romantic moments. I believe that every person is different so why should every photo look the same! We want to take your visions and creativity and make them a reality. I understand how stressful it is to find a photographer for your needs and within your price range. We are here to ease that stress and make sure all your needs are exceeded. I am looking forward to working with you! Please feel free to reach out anytime with questions

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Robyn was amazing and flexible with day of changes. She was great at communicating with us throughout the entire time and we are very grateful for all of her work. Also just love her as a person and she was so sweet, everyone loved her!
Samantha P., 7 months ago
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Morgan McCanne Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

I’m a small town girl living in the big city of San Diego. You know the saying, “Home is where the heart is?” For me it has two meanings. If home is a physical place, mine is the magical little town where I was born – Ojai, California. It is a place where people can breathe deep and feel the wholeness of their lives. It's a magical little valley of peace happiness. If home is truly where the heart is, then mine is my family. In 2016, I married my best friend and the father of our beautiful son and daughter. We are a squad of awesomeness and those three hold my heart in the palm of their hands.

If you want a photographer that is go with the flow ready for anything MORGAN is your girl! She is very responsive throughout the entire process before the event. She is kind and is always smiling which makes clients smile too! She is a hard worker (she shot a 16 hour day and took over eight thousand photos!!). She is full of energy and always has her camera ready to go at any moment! She is truly such a sweet and kind person! Her photos truly speak for themselves they are beautiful and will last a lifetime! Hire Morgan and you won't regret it!! :)
Rachel Cohn, 4 years ago
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Mirelle Carmichael Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Mirelle Carmichael is an award-winning, industry favorite, fine art photographer based in San Diego. As a full time photographer, Mirelle travels all over the US and worldwide for destination weddings. She specializes in high-quality publication-worthy photography for weddings, special events, and industry editorials.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mirelle was amazing even before the date of our shoot. She was fun to dream with and always was flexible and responsive (communication is very important to me). She is very passionate about her craft and has an amazing eye. Mirelle is also very easy to work with. She’s fun to be around which makes any type of photo shoot less awkward! I would definitely recommend Mirelle for any type of event! So much undeniable talent.
Lily, 4 years ago
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Chasing Joy Photography 

5.0

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

Hi Gorgeous, I'm Steph! I am a portrait photographer based in San Diego, CA. I'm passionate about what I do and love capturing genuine, candid moments between loved ones. I'm here to capture the joy, laughter, emotion, and beauty on your wedding day from start to finish. I love it when my clients tell me how relaxed and comfortable they felt with me as their photographer. My clients become my family and that's the relationship I strive to make with everyone who trusts me to capture their wedding day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Stephanie photographed our wedding beautifully. She made sure to capture all of the important moments, and all of the moments I didn’t know I wanted captured. She worked closely with me on my wedding day timeline to make sure each section of our day had plenty of time to get all of the photos we wanted. We were able to get our full album back faster than I’ve ever seen from friends and family members weddings, and did not compromise on the quality while working so quickly. I seriously love every photo and can’t wait to call Stephanie back in a few years for a maternity shoot!
Amanda R., a year ago
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Digital Darling Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Heya!! Its me, emily! Your not-so-average wedding photographer with a twist. I’m all about the adventure and the vibe, whether I’m hiking up a mountain for the perfect shot or rocking out to some punk tunes while editing your photos. I live for capturing the real, raw moments between people, especially when it comes to love. I mix a little outdoorsy spirit with a whole lot of spunk, and I’ll be there to capture every giggle, tear, and fist-pump you throw my way on your big day!

Emily is bright, friendly, and talented photographer. We hired her for our engagement photos and our courthouse wedding and could not have asked for a better experience. She is such a pleasure to work with and the photos were stunning. I would absolutely recommend Emily to anyone looking for a photographer!
Julia V., 4 days ago
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Wow Studio 8 

4.5

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Welcome. Award-winning photographers, we are a small team of artists specialize in high-end photography, video production, graphic design, make-up, and styling. We service clients around the world and willing to travel to any locations. If you like to get more information, and you can contact us via the contact form below. Photography has allowed him to travel the globe sharing pivotal milestones and personal events with the people who entrust him to capture these priceless memories and allow him to tell their story your way

Awarded Best of Zola
My wedding was a few months ago and I came across Wowstuduo8, our photographer is extremely patient with us. His team did an amazing job with our photos, I love it!! Highly recommend, what a great experience. Believe me brides (and grooms) it’s one less stress if you find the right photographer.
Amy &., 3 years ago
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Ciara Cusseaux Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA
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Welcome! You know those little big moments with a loved one? The moments when the rest of the world turns silent and you think to yourself, “This is love. I want to remember this forever!” That’s what Ciara Cusseaux Imagery is all about. Spend everyday being present, collecting beautiful moments together. We’re there for you when you want them captured!

Awarded Best of Zola
Ciara was such an excellent choice for us. Her use of light, color and depth in her photos combined with her professionalism and eye for guiding us in the shots was so impressive. Our photos came out so beautiful! Don't hesitate to hire her for your big day.
Megan, a year ago
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Katie Clare Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

I was raised in the Sierra Nevada foothills of California. I was drawn to photography in middle school and would enter photos of our family pets or family backpacking trips in our local county fair. My passion for photography grew while working as a hiking guide in Yosemite National Park. I mean… who wouldn’t want a stunning photo of Half Dome? El Capitan? Yosemite Falls? But it has been photographing wedding and couples that I find the most fun and rewarding. I have found loving hearts, wild souls, and adventurous spirits to be my people. I strive to visually capture the “spirit” of my subjects and record an emotional memory of the occasion.

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Katie was absolutely incredible. I could not have asked to have a better photographer. She was so kind, thoughtful, professional, and knew exactly what to do! I can’t thank her enough!
Madeline S., 2 years ago
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Peter Jonathan Images 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

I have traveled and photographed weddings and engagement shoots all over the country including internationally. I still get nervous before every wedding I photograph. If I didn’t have nervous tension, I probably would have lost the drive and passion for what I love doing the most. The reason for my love of wedding photography is simple: I love spending the day with brides and grooms creating wedding day memories that will last a lifetime. I hunt for moments that cannot be recreated or relived. I love capturing the raw emotion of a wedding day. I want to be the best not only for myself but especially for my clients.

Awarded Best of Zola
Just book Peter! You won’t regret it. Super cool and personable from our visit video call with him. He was very flexible with our engagement shoot and generous with his time. Let me tell you…his vision!? Oh my. We have GORGEOUS photos from our engagement sesh as well as our wedding. I literally could not believe my eyes once I saw the photos! Anyone can take photos but Pete has the vision and artistic eye for epic photos! I cannot recommend him enough!
Nikki + B., 8 months ago
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Sherr Weddings 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

We are Hayes and Bree, your San Diego wedding photo and video duo! In 2020, we met online, but were stunned that both of us had been capturing weddings through photography and videography separately for years! After getting married, we combined our businesses to create one where we not only get to continue doing what we love, but get to do it together. Whether it's a local wedding in San Diego or traveling to gorgeous spots like the European countryside, we would love for you to come along for the journey!

Bree was such an amazing photographer to work with! She made sure I was getting the videos that I needed as she was her photos. Working with her made the day go so smooth and we got what we needed in a timely fashion! I’ve never had a photographer that was this easy to work with! I highly recommend her for your upcoming wedding!
Hayes, 4 years ago
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Kami Olavarria Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

I am a full-time wedding photographer based in San Diego and first things first, I want you to know your wedding is a huge deal to me. As your wedding photographer, I'm your ultimate third-well and your right-hand-woman. I’m like your bridesmaid / groomslady with a camera. More than just a hired vendor, I’ll be your cheerleader, encourager, organizer, drink-getter, and the gal screaming “YAYYYY" because I’m so excited about the awesome photos we’re creating together. With the experience, knowledge, and expertise of photographing nearly 300 weddings, I am here with you every step of the way. Can’t wait to be along this journey with you!!!

I can not recommend Kami enough! She made our wedding photography process so effortless. I never had to guess or wonder what the next steps in my planning were, she was ON IT! She worked with me on my timeline to make sure it was the most efficient timeline while considering everything I wanted to include in my day. She had so many great suggestions that really helped me with my timeline. Everything went SO smoothly! On the day of the wedding, she brought so much fun and light energy which calmed our nerves so much! She somehow even made family and wedding party pictures FUN! Everyone LOVED her. She is a true pro, super knowledgeable, and she put so much care and love into our day! The images from our wedding are TO DIE FOR! I seriously can't stop staring at them. Our wedding wouldn't have gone as smoothly, been as fun, or had the images we love every day if Kami hadn't been our photographer. To sum up, Kami is the best, look no further, you've found the best photographer you could ever dream of.
Hannah C., 4 years ago
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Leah Rivera Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

At the heart of why I love to photograph weddings and couples is because of how much my heart yearns to serve others. I truly want to know about you and your partner and get to know what you are passionate about and why you fell in love with your significant other! I’ve been photographing weddings and elopements for 4 years now and have loved every minute of it! I currently reside in Vista, CA with my two adopted/rescued fur babies. In my spare time I volunteer as a photographer for a local dog rescue!

Awarded Best of Zola
Leah Rivera Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photographer. From our first interaction, Leah was incredibly kind, helpful, and personable. She felt like having a close friend with us on our special day. Leah's dreamy, beautiful photography captured all the emotions and special moments, and we were blown away by the quality of the photos. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and are thrilled with the memories Leah helped us preserve from our wedding day.
Alexandria O., a month ago
Colman McVaney Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

I was raised in Denver, Colorado. For most of my life, I took for granted the beautiful, jagged landscapes of the Rocky Mountains. It was not until I moved to Africa for a ministry internship after I graduated high school that I started to admire the beauty that constantly surrounded me. This also was when I got my first camera. I took photos to remember my experiences in Africa. This is when I fell in love with the art form. Photography opened my eyes to the beauty that surrounded me everywhere I went. I quickly learned that every person, place, and thing has a good side— you just have to find it.

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Colman McVaney Photography was truly exceptional in capturing our wedding day. Colman has an incredible eye for detail, expertly documenting all the special moments and emotions of our celebration. He is incredibly kind and patient, putting us at ease during the portrait session and seamlessly blending in to get wonderful candid shots. His calm and professional demeanor throughout the day was a huge asset, helping to keep us relaxed and focused on enjoying the experience. Colman McVaney Photography is an absolute pleasure to work with and we give him our highest recommendation. We can’t wait to see our photos!
Kelsey W., 3 months ago
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Joni Bilderback Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Hi, I'm Joni! I've been photographing couples for over 10 years now and I just can't seem to get enough of it! My warm, bubbly personality always seems to keep EVERYONE in good spirits throughout the wedding day! I’m a calming force when things start to get stressful and ready to keep the energy up to dance the night away together! Sometimes wedding days don't go exactly as planned. I’m extremely flexible and prepared to provide expert, judgment-free guidance to help you pivot and get right back to having the time of your life!

Joni was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding photography. Her communication was efficient, timely, and kind throughout the planning process, which helped keep things running smoothly. On the big day, Joni brought a wonderful energy while capturing countless beautiful, timeless photos that we will treasure forever. She has such a talent for making couples feel comfortable in front of the camera. You can tell photography is her passion! Joni helped ensure the day flowed well by directing us for photos while making the process fun. We were thrilled when she delivered a full wedding album to us in just a few short weeks after our wedding. The turnaround time was unbelievably fast! Overall, Joni is a gem and we couldn't be happier that she was able to photograph our special day.
Olivia B., 7 months ago
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Willmus Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA

Freshly landed from Paris, France. Christophe has been a travel photographer for the past ten years and decided to expand his creative horizons toward white dresses and bow ties here in California. His European touch will definitely bring something special to your wedding day.

Due to COVID, our wedding was postponed twice and ultimately cancelled. During each postponement, Willmus Weddings was still able to work with us. Ultimately the wedding was cancelled last minute due to the current restrictions and the fact that we were moving out of state in the next few months. The USS Midway was able to accommodate us to take the photos on the ship and even provided a beautiful intimate ceremony on the ship. Christophe and his videographer were there to capture this absolutely spectacular day. His professionalism along with his AMAZING talent could never go unnoticed. Thank you Christophe for helping create and capture the best memories and day of our lives! We are so grateful and thankful for you!!!
Shelby & E., 4 years ago

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About wedding photographers in San Marcos, CA

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

A San Marcos, CA wedding photographer ranges from $185 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?

93% of photographers in San Marcos, CA offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in San Marcos, 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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