The Best Fine Art Wedding Photographers in San Rafael, CA

The Best Fine Art Wedding Photographers in San Rafael, CA

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212 Wedding Photographers in San Rafael, CA

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Natasha Gillett Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Top luxury wedding photographer. For discerning couples seeking a wedding that embodies romance, style, and authentic moments, we are your perfect partner. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area and available for travel worldwide. Natasha’s editorial works and award winning fine art photography has been recognized globally since 2013. Features include Harper's Bazaar and Vogue

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I’m a huge fan of working together with Natasha! Myself I’m a pro makeup artist and we’ve been doing many clients and weddings together. What I love the most about her is her energy, great personality and the way she always captures all the magic into pictures! She’s a real pro, I would highly recommend her if you want to be guaranteed to have the beautiful moments to be captured from your one in a lifetime events! I would say with her worldwide experience, she’s the best photographer based in San Francisco that you can get!
Tina, 2 years ago
Rob James Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Rob James is a Creative Wedding Photographer based in Colchester, Essex, available across the UK, Europe & Worldwide. Specialising in crafting elegant visual narratives for local and global celebrations with a vision to capture the essence of your special day through the medium of storytelling. At the heart of this approach lies the strong belief that your wedding is not just an event; it’s the culmination of your lives so far both with and without each other. It’s the intricacies of who you are, your hopes, your fears and your dreams that intertwine to create a narrative like no other

Highly recommended Rob for your wedding. He helps make everything as stress-free as possible. From the initial Zoom call to coordinating on the day, Rob was always on hand to reassure you. Rob worked incredibly hard over a 12 hour day with multiple locations including the hotel in the morning and some very busy streets in Soho. He made sure we got all the family and group photos as well as the more candid moments we wanted throughout the day. Rob is not only a fantastic photographer who can translate your vision into reality but someone you can feel instantly comfortable around. Great for a couple who don't like their pictures being taken!
Jessica + F., 2 months ago
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Brooke Beasley Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,200
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I'm a San Francisco bay area based wedding photographer. However, I am available for travel anywhere! Passport is ready and willing! Truth: I am slightly obsessed with all things girly, and anything that sparkles. Ok, well, maybe it's not slightly, more like severely. I think it's because I live in a house full of boys; I have an amazing hubby and 3 little men. Shooting weddings and seeing people on their amazing day is my happy place. When I'm shooting your wedding I want it to be so fun and relaxed that you are able to enjoy the process.

Brooke and Laurel photographed our wedding in November 2023 at Casa Real in Pleasanton, CA. We started at 10am and ended around 9pm (a long day!!). Brooke was extremely communicative and detailed oriented through the entire planning process. On the wedding day, Brooke and Laurel were awesome the entire time, guiding us through lighting, poses, and making sure everything was captured. They were also extremely nice, and it was so much fun to work with them. Highly recommend!!
Victor C., a year ago
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Oury Memories 

4.8

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I have been a photographer for 8 years. Throughout my time as a photographer I’ve captured clothing, models, and memories. I shifted from corporate shootings to families and weddings because it gave me this warm fuzzy feeling when I edited my couples and families photos. Don’t be afraid to reach out to me and ask about my photography style, my editing style, or my favorite restaurant! I highly recommend scheduling a free consulting session!

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Grace shot our engagement and wedding and was so easy to work with! She was so flexible and worked hard to make sure my husband and I didn’t feel too awkward taking professional photographs for the the first time. Her photo style and editing is beautiful and true and we received so many complements for our engagement shoot. 12/10 would recommend!
Michaela P., a year ago
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Amative Creative 

4.9

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hello there! I'm Andrea, owner of Amative Creative, and every weekend we're so blessed to be able to tell the love stories of so many amazing couples. Like many others in this industry might say, we simply adore weddings. But what makes us a little different is our entire brand is centered around telling love stories specifically curated to reflect your vision and aesthetic. "Amative" means to be prone to love, so as you can see, we want nothing more than to tell your love story! But what makes us truly unique is that we understand every love story looks different. And we personalize every aspect of how we document your wedding day!

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Amative Creative did our wedding and the preview pictures are PERFECT. I am so happy I booked them! The vibe is everything I wanted, and they were super responsive the entire time!! 1000000% recommend!
Jayla G., 3 months ago
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Fox & Fig Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hello lovely! Let me introduce myself—I’m Sarah. Welcome to my little creative space—I hope you love it here & make yourself at home. My goal as your photographer is to put you at ease and therefore be able to capture your moments authentically and beautifully. As a film and digital photographer ("hybrid" if you will!), I take a big step back to capture your memories with intention, love, and honesty - my promise to you, is to treat your day as if it were my own. Film is my favorite medium to capture wedding days on, as I feel it brings back a level of authenticity, imperfection, and refined elegance that is irreplaceable.

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We highly recommend Fox&Fig! Sarah was exceptionally helpful and responsive, even with the imminent arrival of her newborn. While she couldn't cover our wedding day, she recommended her colleague Nicole to take the photos (who did an amazing job) while doing all the lead-up collaboration with us and editing afterwards. We had an amazing experience with them both and felt so supported and confident in the results throughout the whole process. Sarah was prompt with our sneak peaks and delivered the wedding album ahead of schedule. We were absolutely THRILLED with how they turned out! Sarah was extremely professional and we would 100% do it again. Thank you Sarah!
Jason & S., a year ago
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Roberta Nicole Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Luxury wedding photography in California and worldwide... You want your photos to be as unique as you are. You want photos that capture the intimacy and emotion of your day. I have spent the past decade developing my approach to wedding photography, learning how to be unobtrusive, when to take the lead, and when to take step back and anticipate the moment. The resulting experience is one that allows you to be in the moment. The resulting images are authentic, beautiful and timeless.

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Roberta was AWESOME as our wedding photographer! She always was so professional and obviously passionate about her work! She has a wonderful eye for capturing romantic moments! I first fell in love with Roberta’s photography style looking at her sample work on her website. The rich colors and candid shots make each image come to life! My husband and I are so glad we had Roberta capture our wedding, and we highly recommend her!
Michelle, 3 years ago
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Ryan Michaels Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

On a budget? Ryan Michaels Photography is committed to creating priceless imagery at unbeatable rates! We believe you deserve a collection of artwork that is both memorable AND affordable! Our COMPLETE $,1200 wedding offer is unlike ANYTHING else in the industry!!! Are you experiencing sticker shock when you see other photographers charging three, four, even five thousand dollars!?! It's crazy! We believe that families deserve great service, beautiful photography, and all without breaking the bank! Our $1,200 WEDDING offer is simply the BEST DEAL you could possibly find- beautiful imagery you expect, at a price you can't believe!

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Thank you for a picture perfect day, and for assuring everything went according to schedule! I felt you taught us how to “wedding” as we went— from the cake cutting to the dances, you both rocked and kept us on schedule!!! Thank you for everything.
Justice T., 6 months ago
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Cassie Valente Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $9,750
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

My name is Cassie and I am a hybrid film + digital photographer, completely fascinated by the human story and the parts of it that we all share. My aim is to tell the story of your love and laughter through images that are timeless and intentional. I believe in storytelling through details, emotional portraits, and finding those quiet moments in the midst of celebration. I love capturing real moments that help my couples remember how they felt on their wedding day, through the lens of my own airy and dreamy style.

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Cassie was referred to us and we quickly found out why. As out-of-towners, it was important to us to find a photographer that was familiar with our venue (San Francisco City Hall) and the city in general. We were able to quickly check off that box after seeing the many beautiful photos that she had taken of other couples in San Francisco. Her work really speaks for itself. In addition, Cassie was just a delight to work with. Her calm demeanor and measured approach just instilled a lot of confidence for us and we felt very comfortable from the get-go that she was someone we could trust and rely on. On the day of our wedding, she was punctual, friendly, and struck a great balance between being accommodating while taking charge when needed. We had such a fantastic experience working with Cassie and would definitely recommend anyone to check her out. Thanks so much Cassie.
Greg and J., a year ago
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Birchfields 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves San Rafael, CA
  • Offer

Hi! My name is Steve. I do visual storytelling. I’m married with three kids and in my spare time I record music and build things. I've been filming and photographing weddings since 2009. I love travel and getting to know unique couples.

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From the moment we reached out to Birchfields, their communication was quick, thorough, and sincere. Their attention to detail and ability to make us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera resulted in exceptional photographs that captured every special moment of our wedding day. Birchfields truly went above and beyond, taking unique angles and perspectives that allowed us to relive the entire day through their stunning imagery. When it’s hard to figure out which photo you want to print out and hang on the wall, you know you picked the right photographer! We could not be happier with the final product and would highly recommend Steve to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable wedding photographer.
Jeneca G., 2 months ago
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Emily Pillon Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Making Every Image a Movie Since 2013 ••• Fine Art Photography + Cinematography ••• CA • NY • Worldwide ••• Weddings, Destinations + Elopements ••• 24 hour sneak peaks! • Destination + Elopement Planning • Videography • Sunrise Sessions • Full Weekend Coverage • Second Photographers • Personalized Photography Sessions •

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Emily is the best! From planning to wedding day, Emily was there to help whenever I reached out with a question. On our wedding day, she brought the best energy (especially working in 100 heat during our ceremony), she captured our wedding so beautifully and her style of editing is absolutely gorgeous. I highly recommend her if you're looking for someone to capture your special day.
Deborah A., a month ago
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Jasmine Lee Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,700
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Jasmine Lee is a destination wedding and lifestyle photographer residing in San Francisco, California. She is devoted to discerning couples and individuals that value the quality of crafting artistic and timeless imagery they will cherish for a lifetime.

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When planning our wedding, photographer ranked the most important to us. We did intensive due-diligence and sourced hundreds of vendors in Northern and Southern CA. Ultimately, our favorite photographer of the vendors we looked at was Jasmine. It was an added bonus that she was local and already a recommended vendor for our venue (Villa Montalvo). Her talent was unmatched and her portfolio of soft, timeless, romantic images was high-quality. She photographed 2 engagement shoot sessions and our wedding. Jasmine has this very sweet and calming presence about her which was super appreciated. Jasmine was not only able to capture some immaculate shots during all our photoshoots, she captured stunning scenery photos as well- and made it so fun! On our wedding day, she was proficient, profound, and very detailed. She identified the best lighting, found the right angles, created great displays, and spotted timeless moments. Her visualization really is impressive-- and she brilliantly captures instances with such beauty and exquisiteness and makes it look effortless! On top of that, she is a wonderful person, respectable and down-to-earth. The wedding sneak-peek photos were impeccable - flawless, perfect photography that we will be sure to cherish our entire lifetime. Her precision and passion is easy to admire.
Stephanie, 3 years ago
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Kristen Thomison 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hello! My name is Kristen Thomison, I am passionate about capturing your story in a way that feels completely like you! Myself along with my team love getting to know you and capturing your day in a way that feels super intentional and like having some friends with you with a camera! Our promise is to keep it lighthearted and playful so that you look back on these images for years to come and remember the conversations, laughs, and maybe tears as if they were yesterday.

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We've had Kristen as a photographer at our venue more than once and we have always been pleased with how this team interacted with the vendors and the clients! Beautiful photos, beautiful personalities!
Taylor Gunter, a year ago
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Kelly McDaniel Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Kelly has been a full time wedding photographer since 2016 and has been published in Ceremony Magazine, Wedding Chicks, Inspired By This, Loverly and Ruffled Blog and numerous fashion editorial magazines. Kelly started her photography journey in college with an old 35mm Canon - developing film and cultivating a passion for portraits. Ultimately, she ended up in the corporate world as a litigation specialist and nearly a decade into her career, she accepted that her true passion was in the arts. Kelly is a mother, wife and enjoys being out in the fresh air and sunlight and traveling anywhere.

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Kelly McDaniel Photography was excellent and honest in their communication with us throughout the wedding planning process. The quality of their work was truly customized and special, perfectly fitting our wants and needs. Kelly gave us valuable feedback on the timing and scheduling of the day, as well as thoughtful advice on how to best incorporate our decor and details into the photos. Kelly was so wonderful and perfect for our special day - we couldn't have asked for a better photographer to capture all the magic.
Britni S., 8 days ago
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Natalie Fong Malis 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $7,995
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Natalie is a Taiwanese-American photographer inspired by warmth & connection, reminiscent of her upbringing in Hawai'i. She graduated from NYU Tisch with a BFA in Photography while working alongside fashion designers & directors on editorial and campaign productions. For over a decade, Natalie has directed her lens towards weddings, finding a meaningful depth in the relationships that she develops with her subjects and the cultural & physical environments that surround them. Her background in fashion marries a tender, documentarian perspective to provide refined imagery with an editorial edge without compromising the truth of what happened.

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I had the absolute pleasure of working with Natalie, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience and the final photos. Her creative eye is unmatched, and she provided such thoughtful guidance on posing, which made the entire process feel natural and effortless. Natalie has a true talent for capturing moments in a way that feels both timeless and artistic. I also want to highlight her editing for film photos—it’s nothing short of incredible! The tones and textures she brings out are so beautifully done and added an extra layer of charm to the photos. If you’re looking for a photographer with an exceptional eye and a warm, professional approach, I can’t recommend Natalie enough. She’s truly a gem!
Zasha W., 5 days ago
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Rafael Garcia Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

As a devoted wedding and portrait photographer, my primary focus is on authentically capturing the genuine emotions that make up your unique story. My goal is to ensure that your special day is not just visually documented, but deeply felt.

Rafael is hands down one of the best photographers I have worked with. I used his services previously for my mothers wedding and when the day came for mine I knew he was the photographer for us. He is detail oriented, patient, creative and kind. When my husband and I decided to elope we only gave ourselves a week and a half to plan. Rafael was very accommodating to our last minute plans and made us feel as if we had planned our special day a year in advance. Rafael took the time to learn the site and plan beautiful photos accordingly. Rafael gave us great directions on how to pose and what angels would make us stand out. My husband and I are not huge on taking photos and when we received the photos we were amazed ! The photos looked natural and captured who we are as a couple. I look at these photos and feel confident and beautiful! I appreciate all the work Rafael put in to our special day ! We are so excited to share these photos with our loved ones for generations to come.
Alexis C., 6 months ago
Phillip Towles Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Discover the artistry of Phillip Towles Photography, your premier wedding photography service in Sacramento. We specialize in capturing the essence of your love story with a unique blend of creativity and professionalism. Our personalized approach ensures every detail, from candid moments to grand celebrations, is beautifully documented. Trust us to tell your story with passion and precision, creating heirlooms you'll cherish forever. Visit our website to see why Phillip Towles Photography is the top choice for wedding photography in Sacramento.

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We had a wonderful experience working with Phillip Towles Photography for our wedding and engagement photos. Phillip was great to work with - he communicated with us in an informative, timely manner and was always thorough in answering our questions. He has fantastic people skills and made us feel at ease throughout the whole process. He asked us questions to better understand what we wanted and helped us figure out what we needed to know ahead of time. The quality of Phillip's work is truly amazing. He is talented at capturing authentic moments and adapting to any situation. His strong work ethic was evident in the beautiful photos he delivered for our engagement photos. We know our wedding photos will be just as amazing when he delivers them. A real highlight was when Phillip had us laughing during the session - it led to more natural, joyful photos. We took a memorable photo with Phillip that we'll cherish. Overall, I'd highly recommend Phillip Towles Photography for wedding/engagement and videography . His communication, professionalism and stellar photography skills made our wedding photos better than we could have imagined.
Azucena B., 4 months ago
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Sfilm 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

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 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.

From the moment we booked Sfilm as our wedding photographers, their communication was perfect - they were friendly, responsive, and provided detailed information every step of the way. On the day of our wedding, they were active, patient, and communicative, ensuring they captured all the special moments. The quality of their work was fantastic - they delivered a lot of bright, vibrant photos that beautifully documented our special day. We are thrilled with the value Sfilm provided and would highly recommend them to any couple looking for talented, dedicated wedding photographers.
Andrew & K., 10 days ago
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Iann Ivy Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Destination photographer based in the San Francisco Bay Area manifesting your dreams to reality with awe-inspiring landscape and authentic, tender moments. An award winning published photographer, Iann Ivy Photography captures rich details and majestic locations for print worthy heirlooms.

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Iann Ivy is a photographer who listens and accommodates you to make sure your wedding experience goes as you’ve envisioned, while making sure that all of that sentiment is captured in her photography. She can do fine art photography as well as documentary photography of all the occurrences on the wedding day. Her complementary free engagement photoshoot is so worth it so work with her and get to know her. Communicate with her what you want and she will make it happen! If i can re-do my wedding, I’ll still pick Iann Ivy!
Isaac K., 2 years ago
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Tyler Wang Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hi, I'm Tyler a professional photographer based in the SF Bay Area. I've been shooting portraits since 2009, when I visited Tibet with my dad on my middle school graduation trip. Ever since then, I've loved taking photos of people. Over the years I've developed my own style of photography to convey the feeling of the moment into my photos. My goal is to always create images that will stand the test of time.

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Tyler was truly a gift to have as part of our wedding. He very carefully, and effectively, cultivated perfect settings for photographs that didn’t feel cheesy. He really understood the importance of angles and worked hard to find each of our best. Really, so so many of his photographs ended up breathtaking. If I were to do it all over again, I would have Tyler by my side to document my momentous day!
Hanna F., a year ago
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Maricarmen Maffioli 

5.0

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

My name is Mari, and I'm so thankful for many aspects of my life, including traveling the world. Photography and traveling are the two pillars that allow me to express my creativity. My couples enjoy curated experiences and thrive on exploring exotic landscapes to create memorable organic moments. I enjoy a multi-layered approach that infuses editorial touches and fine-art styles while still highlighting the candid, authentic moments of your celebration. My pursuit of impeccable details pushes me to continually evolve my vision while reminding me of the importance of carrying my camera with humor, compassion, and curiosity.

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Clients were very happy with her and was a breeze to work with during events.
Jake G., 3 years ago
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Mattie ONeill 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hi! I’m Mattie - An Intimate Wedding & Elopement Photographer based in Southern California, Serving Couples Like You Who are Planning Your Day Completely Void of Traditional Expectations! I'm not just in the business of wedding photography; I’m in the art of storytelling. My mission is to emotionally invest in you, to bring out your unique love in a vibrant, nostalgic, and profoundly personal way. I’m passionate about capturing the joyous spontaneity that makes your love story, well, yours! I’m a firm believer that life is all about your uniqueness and individuality, so why should your wedding day reflect anything other than that?

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Mattie does incredible work and is so sweet! From our engagement photo session to our wedding day Mattie was wonderful. We just received our sneak peaks and I am so excited to see the rest. Watching her work throughout the wedding day was impressive. She was able to put us at ease and take beautiful natural photos. We love her vintage inspired vision!
Gabby K., 5 months ago
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Chernogorov Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Liliya and Albert are a husband and wife team specializing in capturing the stories of romantic and genuine couples, and they take this to heart as they document the most precious moments of life's most important events. Channeling their European aesthetic heritage, Liliya and Albert possess an ethereal touch for timeless wedding photography. They revel in capturing understated elegance, unexpected moments, honest expressions, and timeless memories. From Las Vegas, Miami, and all of California, to France and Italy, they travel to iconic destinations to curate timeless memories of life's most precious moments.

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Albert and Liliya are incredible and truly passionate about their art of photography. I’ve always said that they are able to make their subjects look like celebrities. The fact that they only accept a limited number of weddings each year made my bride and me feel like celebrities as well.
Tony K., 23 days ago
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Wow Studio 8 

4.5

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

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I highly recommend wowstudio8, Kin is a very good creative photographer. Working with him is easy and fun, he keeps track of the time line and makes THIS day easier. His technical knowledge is very large and nothing can surprise him;) And the effect of his work is beautiful and magical.
Iwona, 3 years ago
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La Venus Studio 

5.0

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

We are a one-stop service photography studio located in San Francisco, California. Our services include Photography, Makeup & Hair, Floral, Videography, Album Design, etc. We are committed to providing clients with the highest quality and professional services. From consultations to photo shoot, we offer a streamline experience so you can focus on enjoying your photoshoot and your special day.

I recently had the pleasure of working with Vivi's photography team for my wedding at San Francisco City Hall, and I can't express enough how incredible the experience was. From our initial conversation, I was impressed by their professionalism and attention to detail. On the big day, I was extremely nervous, especially after a mix-up led us to the wrong floor just 30 minutes before the ceremony. But Vivi stepped in and took charge, managing everything flawlessly. She made sure every detail was perfect, from organizing the procession to adjusting my dress and setting up the perfect shots. The photos turned out to be beyond anything I could have imagined. Vivi captured all the moments I hoped for, with every shot full of life and emotion. Even my friends were amazed by the quality of the photos. If you're planning a wedding at City Hall or anywhere else, I wholeheartedly recommend Vivi and her team. They made my wedding day truly unforgettable!
Yun G., 3 months ago
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Violet Carter Photography 

5.0

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

Welcome to my photography world! If you're here, it means you're searching for a photographer to help capture YOUR story. I have been fortunate enough to have had a part in telling the stories of thousands of individuals over the last decade through my photography. My approach is simple – I want you to cherish every moment, and I'll take care of the rest. When we work together, you can just be yourself, living in the present and embracing life's joy. I'll be there, discreetly and passionately capturing all those beautiful expressions and emotions.

I am a wedding photographer and Violet has shot with me on wedding days and taking my own head shots. she is wonderful to work with and makes everything very easy and fun and is ready to adapt quickly when things go wrong such as bad weather, road blockages, or anything else that might pop up on a wedding day. Definitely recommend Violet!
Alana L., a month ago
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Candance Marie Photography 

5.0

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

Real Connections. Raw Emotions. Candid Moments. 

 These are the values behind what we do. These three words are the heart and soul of our work and everything we do is based around adventure and authenticity. When you hire us, you are hiring photographers who truly care about the experience you will have on your day. We don’t mind getting a little dirty or wet. We don’t mind staying until after dark to get the perfect shot. We don’t mind the hikes, or the time in-between each event. We are truly there for you and to tell the story of your day exactly as it happens

I don’t even know where to begin to express how much we loved Candance and her husband Corey. My husband doesn’t easily warm up to new people, and he especially hates being the center of attention and hates taking photos. Both of the photographers made each of us feel so comfortable. We really felt like we had a great connection with them. Our engagement photos and our wedding photos are above and beyond what we could have hoped for. They are absolutely a work of art and you can tell that they love what they do. We absolutely believe that this team was meant to be a part of our lives and our big day. Even our wedding party told us how cool the photographers were. Thank you so much for being a part of our dream. We love you
Martha l., a month ago
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Christin Sofka Photography 

5.0

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

Hi! I'm Christin, a destination wedding photographer based in Chattanooga, TN. Specializing in timeless and artful imagery, my expertise goes beyond just taking photos; it's about crafting a visual story that reflects the joy, love, and unique spirit of your celebration.

I have had the pleasure of working alongside Christin Sofka Photography many times. Her talent, attention to detail, care for the client are just some of the many qualities that make her a preferred photographer to our clients. She is organized, timely, and truly walks along side you each step of the way for your big day. Not to mention, amazingly talented at her art. We highly recommend hiring Christin to capture your big day!
Wild Magnolia Events, 9 months ago
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Natalie Schutt Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hi you guys, my name's Natalie, & I'm so glad you're here! I’m a joy-filled, Southern California surfer girl who is in love with capturing weddings.  My style? It’s timeless, romantic, adventuresome, & personal. I’m dedicated to capturing fine elegance + raw beauty all the while keeping it real + being authentic. Your job is to be in love & live in that excitement with each other. My job is to make it easy + enjoyable for you two to be yourselves, 100%, as I frame and capture those once-in-a-lifetime moments in a way that only my mind can. Congratulations to you both! Looking forward to getting to know each other! xx Natalie

You always picture how your wedding will be. The amazing feeling you will have to see everything you envisioned come together into one beautiful day. How much fun you will have getting ready in the morning with your best friends, sisters, and momma’s. And the love in your Husbands eyes when he see’s his future wife walking down the aisle. You picture the beauty of the day both visually and emotionally, and how you will cherish those memories forever. Perhaps one of the most import jobs on your wedding day is given to who you entrust in capturing those moments. I met Natalie through work. I am a wedding coordinator, and I had reached out to her when I started working in the area. I was in awe over her talent, and straight away felt a connection to how she captured such pure and beautiful moments. I knew after meeting her that she would one day be my wedding photographer! Our wedding day was everything that I could of ever asked for. It was such a incredible day with so much love and beauty. Natalie absolutely blew my already very high expectations out of the water. She is so good at what she does. Natalie made taking all of our photos so much fun. She knew when to allow us to have space and be in the moment, and when to direct and take charge. You want to be able to get caught up in the moment on your wedding day and not have to be the one worrying about who to take photos with or what needs to be captured next. She did such a wonderful job at making sure we got all the shots we needed, but allowing us to enjoy and have fun with all of them. From standing on chairs, to driving up hills, to dancing with us on the dance floor Natalie did whatever it took to get the most raw and sincere footage of our most special day. My husband and I cry every time we look through our wedding album and that is a huge thanks to Natalie Schutt Photography.
Dani, 5 years ago
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teri b photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Hi, I’m Teri! I’m a Chicago based Wedding Photographer. I approach my photography as an artistic craft. I strive to create images that are emotional and striking. My life’s work is photographing people’s most joyous moments—preserving feelings and details that may otherwise be lost. I am obsessed with creating playful compositions, capturing fleeting moments that make the most treasured memories come alive again. The couples I work with place immense trust in me and it is my honor to create art for them.

Teri B was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding day. Teri's communication style throughout the planning process was professional, knowledgeable and made us feel at ease every step of the way. She is the sweetest person, and her experience really shines through in your conversations with her because she knows which shots to recommend and fight for. On the big day, Teri helped guide us to capture all the right moments while making us feel comfortable in front of the camera. She helped us narrow down our shot list to strike the right balance so we captured everything we wanted to, but also not make the day feel overly posed and over manufactured. The end result is nothing short of jaw-dropping. Teri managed to encapsulate all the nostalgic, heartwarming and stunning details of our wedding in a way that only she could do. The photos tell our story beautifully. We are completely in love with our photos so far and can't wait to relive our special day through Teri's artistic eye. We are still waiting on the full set, but our sneak peeks are already so amazing. It brings a tear to my eye when I look at them not only because I think fondly of my wedding day, but also because her level of artistry evokes in me a profound sense of wonder and respect for her work. If you're looking for a photographer who can capture the essence of your wedding through stunning, emotional images, I highly recommend connecting with Teri B.
Megan T., 5 months ago
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KTay Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA
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Hey! My name is Kimberly and I'm so glad you made it! I am your personal hype girl! A lover of chocolate, adventure, and family time. I am very outdoorsy and pull inspiration from not just my subject but my surroundings. I have studied lighting, color theory, and posing to fully optimize my surroundings and help your personality and beauty shine through. I am body positive and believe everyone is unique and beautiful! My goal is to capture what makes you and your spouse special. I love candid photos that capture emotions and mix classical poses between them for a timeless gallery feel.

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Kimi is a great at taking pictures! She did my husbands and mine when we got engaged and they turned out amazing. I loved how she posed us and how friendly she is!
Samantha b., 3 years ago
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Shutter & Sound 

5.0

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

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

My husband and I loved working with Shutter and Sound for our wedding!! They went above and beyond when capturing our venue and all the special moments throughout our wedding day. The videographers were very personable and easy to work with, and were confident in their vision. All of the deliverables came even sooner than we were expecting which was a nice surprise, and I've watched our videos sooo many times since we got them back. Truly a great experience! I'd recommend Shutter and Sound to anyone looking for quality footage that really tells a story. :)
Alanna A., 6 months ago
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Jessica Hill Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Jessica Hill Photography is an award-winning photographer with over 15 years of experience delivering heartfelt and honest moments through their lens. Based in Portland, Oregon she has documented marriages across the Pacific Northwest, highlighting the inspiring power of love in all forms.

Jessica is truly incredible. Her photographs speak for themselves, and her eye and ability to capture a moment is unmatched. Her artistry is apparent in every photo she takes. However, it's the command she has while doing the photo shoots, the control of the room and her subjects, her ability to see things others would miss (a wrinkled shirt, a misplaced tie, the perfect placement of dress), and her professionalism that takes everything she does to the next level. She gets our highest recommendation and complete trust and belief that she is, without a doubt, the most incredible photographer you could find to capture any moment in your life.
Hannah and J., 4 years ago
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Tiffany Longeway Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Tiffany specializes in creating the exceptional luxury of an alluring yet cultivated experience while capturing connection and beauty. She draws from over ten years in the wedding photography industry to capture authentic luminous love stories that reflect not only the beauty in a moment but the feeling.

Tiffany and her team were AMAZING! From the moment we contacted her, Tiffany was professional, helpful and easy to talk to. Figuring everything out for my wedding was all a learning experience and she helped me out so much during the process. During our engagement session, we got to know Tiffany better and once we saw the photos she took, we knew we had made the right choice. We refined the timeline (a lot) and she was available for questions or concerns when I had them. We had the most amazing wedding day, thanks to Tiffany, Alyssa and Brittany. They helped us figure out the best places, and how, to pose and made my husband and I feel super comfortable the whole time. Tiffany captured shots in a way that takes me right back to that moment and I'll cherish them forever. All the photos we got back were fantastic, and I would recommend Tiffany to anybody who needs photos of anything!
Laura A., 6 months ago
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Ditto Dianto Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

I'm a fine art wedding photographer based in Northern California and beyond. After discovering my love for photography, I always knew I wanted to become a full time wedding photographer. I am so fortunate to call this my job for over five years! My photography work often describe as romantic, soft, bright and natural that lend itself from my love of film look and fine art. When I'm not behind the camera or editing the latest wedding, you can find me spending time with my wife and our two Tabbies. I would absolutely love to get to know you and be your photographer!

Ditto and his assistant showed up early and started taking amazing photos right off the bat. The pre-wedding communication was timely. He was easy to work with and brought calm energy to a day when stress can permeate the fun out of it. We immediately received a high volume, beautiful sneak peak the evening after the wedding which was a fun surprise and a great way to start our honeymoon admiring the gorgeous photos. If you are considering Ditto Diante Photography for your wedding, I would highly recommend him.
Mariah O., 3 months ago
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Cly by Matthew 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

CLY BY MATTHEW has evolved at year 2004 from fashion, portrait and still life photography to the wonderful world of wedding photography, which incorporates all three genres. We follow a non-intrusive photojournalistic style for your weddings, which our clients (and their guests) very much appreciate. We concentrate not only on the big picture, but also we take pride in capturing the sincere fleeting moments that evoke the senses the very essence of photography.

Where do I start…I have so many things to praise about Matthew and his team at CLY by Matthew. The search for our photographer took forever, but once I found CLY and Matthew’s work, it was essentially an instantaneous decision. I left the intro meeting/conversation 100% sure we’d hire him. His and his team’s photography is beautiful, elegant, classic, and natural – and it was so easy to work with them from a fit and personality standpoint. I’ll admit, it’s a little awkward to pose for photography! But in the months leading up, and the day of, the wedding, Matthew and his team made us feel very comfortable in front of the camera. Matthew is one of the kindest people ever, and his calm demeanor made everything so pleasant and easy (especially with the frantic nature of wedding planning!) We are in LOVE with the photos we got back. We still can’t even believe it’s us, and our wedding, because the CLY team captured everything so amazingly. It’s surreal! We are so lucky to have found them and worked with Matthew. I’m hoping to find an excuse in the future to work with him again for professional photography. If you’re here and in the middle of researching photographers, stop reading and contact CLY immediately. You won’t regret it, I promise you.
A & E., 5 years ago
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Stephanie Weber Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

Stephanie’s journey in photography began when her sister became engaged in 2017. This was such an emotional experience for her that what started out as a hobby quickly became a passion that she craved to share with others. For her, photography is more than just a photo or a snapshot. It’s a treasure. A priceless glimpse into the past where all the best moments of your life are preserved. Stephanie strives to deliver the perfect photos, encapsulating all the firsts, all the feels, all the memories!

As soon as I got engaged, I booked Stephanie! Before I even had any of my other vendors, I knew I needed her to document our day! From initial meeting to gallery delivery, she has been the most amazing, patient, kind, responsive, fun, hardworking, and wonderful individuals I have ever had the opportunity to work with. She truly cares about her couples and her work is truly beautiful. Take a moment to scroll through her photos and you'll fall in love like I did! She is great at catching all the moments-- candid or posed and makes you feel comfortable. I am so happy we booked her and will refer her to all my friends and family! Thank you so much for taking care of us Steph!
Julia & E., 3 years ago
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OhReilly Productions 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Rafael, CA

AJ Reilly has been a professional photographer and cinematographer for over 8 years with an emphasis in weddings, creative fine art, and portraitures. He loves capturing the beauty of others and empowering people from behind the lens. He has mastered an array of lighting techniques to blend controlled and natural light for any style. His biggest accomplishment has been to work with thousands of people over the last decade and helping to tell a part of their story through digital media, with 2024 marking his 800th wedding.

We couldn't be happier with our wedding photographer, AJ! He was an absolute pro, expertly capturing every moment despite WIND, weather, difficult guests, and me and my husband’s different skin tones, making sure we both looked our best. He handled everything with ease, made us feel super comfortable and taken care of, and he delivered absolutely stunning shots that exceeded all our expectations! Every single photo we received was amazing—truly more than we could have asked for
Simone, 3 months ago
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Purity Weddings 

5.0

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

Purity Weddings - is a Los Angeles based husband-and-wife team. We believe in capturing images that are nostalgic and sophisticated, ones that effortlessly transport you to the emotional essence of your wedding day. Based in Los Angeles - available Nationwide. Featured in SMP, Brides, BridalMusings and more. Please Contact us directly via our website contact form.

Words truly cannot express how unbelievable our experience with Purity Weddings. From our zoom calls to our engagement shoot to shooting our wedding during the hottest weekend of the year, Anna and Vitaly showed nothing but care, attention to detail, kindness, vision, creativity and talent. I truly do not think there are better wedding photographers and videographers. Within a week after our wedding, they provided us with a sneak peek of some of the most beautiful shots, including a stunning 1 minute film, that I’ve ever seen of me, my husband, and our friends and family. I watch the 1 minute film that Vitaly made us every single day. And I spend hours looking at Anna’s gorgeous photos. If I can give one piece of advice to any couple getting married it’s that you should invest in the best photo package you can with Purity Weddings. When all is said and done, all you’re left with is memories and photos, and there’s nobody better to capture the beauty of every single detail you spent so much time putting into your wedding. Thank you guys!!!!
Kate, 2 months ago

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About wedding photographers in San Rafael, CA

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

A San Rafael, CA wedding photographer ranges from $400 to $20,000 and averages at $3,000. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in San Rafael, 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 Rafael, 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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