The Best Wedding Photographers in Encinitas, CA

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in Encinitas, CA

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Garrett Museau Photography & Cinematography 
Rating: 4.9 (27 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Encinitas, CA
  • Offer

At Garrett Museau Photography & Cinematography, we believe your love story deserves to be captured with intention, artistry, and an experience that feels effortless and unforgettable. Based in New Jersey and traveling worldwide, our team creates timeless imagery that reflects the heart of your relationship. We collaborate closely with every couple, learning your style and vision to craft emotive, elevated photographs and films. With concierge-level guidance and a warm, personal approach, we transform your moments into art. Every frame is crafted, ensuring your story is preserved with beauty, authenticity, defining a Garrett Museau Experience.

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I cannot put into words how much we would recommend Garrett Museau. My husband and I are not photo people but Garrett and his assistant made the whole process so much fun and so comfortable! They captured the whole day so beautifully and we are without a doubt ecstatic about our choice of photographer. 10/10 would book again for our anniversary party ;)
Verenice B., a year ago
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Adam Levinstein Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Encinitas, CA

Modern. Timeless. Cinematic. Candid. 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 cannot express how grateful we are for choosing Adam as our wedding photographer! From our very first meeting, it was clear that we were in the hands of a true professional. His passion for photography and ability to capture genuine moments really sets him apart. On our wedding day, Adam was a calming presence despite the excitement and nerves. He captured all the special details and candid moments that made our day truly unforgettable. The way they interacted with our guests and made everyone feel comfortable was incredible! We were particularly impressed with our portraits and wedding party photos. These turned out stunning! We felt so comfortable knowing we could be in the moment together as bride and groom while Adam beautifully captured our day together. Not only did we receive our entire wedding album quickly, but the photos we received exceeded all our expectations. Each shot is beautifully composed, perfectly lit, and exactly what I envisioned for my wedding photos. From the intimate moments during our ceremony to the fun moments at the reception, every photograph tells a story that we will cherish forever. If you are looking for a wedding photographer who is not only talented but also genuinely cares about capturing your special day, we HIGHLY recommend Adam! Thank you, Adam, for your exceptional work and for playing such an important role on our wedding day!
Emily, 2 years ago
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Indigo West 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Encinitas, CA

I took up photography at the ripe age of 11 with a Polaroid I borrowed from an aunt. It quickly became my sketchbook as I worked to capture stills of the world and people around me. Those images have continued to pay emotional dividends throughout my life, helping me better understand what I have now come to see through a new scope. They are grounding, melancholic, funny and beautiful. Some of my most cherished possessions.

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We enjoyed the overall experience with Indigo West from the start. He understood our preference for mostly candid photography and he did mostly that, leaving us plenty of time to mingle with guests. The photos he did direct we also loved it was nice he kept that quick, which made it very easy for us! Very happy with this vendor!
George, a year ago
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Amative Creative | Virginia, Georgia, Colorado, & Destination Wedding Photographer & Videographer 
Rating: 4.9 (19 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Encinitas, CA
  • Offer

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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We had a great experience with Amative Creative for our wedding! One thing that really made them stand out was that they offer so many different editing styles to choose from, so we were able to pick exactly the look we wanted. They also got our photos back to us super quickly—about a week after the wedding—which was such a nice surprise. The photos turned out beautiful and they captured all the big moments and some great candid shots. I especially love how cool the dance floor shots turned out. We received tons of compliments on the pictures! Highly recommend!
Lily A., 9 months ago
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Enlightened Scorpio Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
Encinitas, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

PHOTOGRAPHER/DRONE PILOT - Katie Doner - Drawn to the arts since I was young, my passion continued into college, where I studied for my BA in Fine Arts. My love of photography found me unexpectedly in high school. I fell in love with every aspect of it. You can find me traveling the world, surfing or photographing beauty & love wherever I find it. PHOTOGRAPHER-Joey Licata  As a child, I dabbled with my mom’s film camera, and my interest in the craft never waned. Following years of graduate work, I taught myself photography. My camera grants me freedom and joy. Behind its lens, I observe and find beauty in the unscripted, capturing raw emotion

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I have nothing but great things to say! Katie was both personable and professional with both of our family photo shoots! She really went the extra mile by scouting out gorgeous places to take photos and having us meet her at the best time of day for lighting. My son was only 2, and she had so many great tricks up her sleeve to make him smile! She also had the perfect mix of a calm demeanor and an excited tone that made my son enjoy the experience! She got the photos back to us in such a timely fashion and her website was really easy to navigate. I get SO many compliments on the photos and they are my favorite ones that my family has ever taken! Thank you Katie!!
Ashley P., 9 months ago
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John Schnack Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Encinitas, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $8,995

For over two decades, John has artfully documented weddings across San Diego and around the world, creating timeless, evocative imagery for discerning couples who value both elegance and authenticity. With a presence that is quietly confident and a style that’s thoughtfully guided, John crafts a deeply personalized experience that honors your vision, reflects your unique connection, and captures the essence of your celebration with sophistication and soul.

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John Schnack Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the moment we first spoke with John, his communication style was responsive, professional, and attentive to detail. The quality of his work is simply stunning - he has a true talent for capturing the most incredible moments that will transport us back to our special day every time we look at the photos. John took all of our feedback and requests and brought them to life, never being intrusive but always in control to ensure we had the most seamless experience. His professionalism and care about our wants and needs in the lead up to the wedding really paid off. We received sneak peeks the very next day and the full album in less than a month. John is a true professional who is an absolute blast to work with, and we are so glad we invested in his services to have these stunning memories forever.
Hannah N., a year ago
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Madison Wilson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (33 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Encinitas, CA
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Hi! My name is Madison, but you can call me Maddi. Raised in Maryland, I've lived in Colorado, South Dakota, and Germany. I now live in San Diego with my husband and our two dogs. I've always had a love for photography and I feel privileged to bring my passion to life. I want my photos to capture the genuine feeling of the moment and to reflect you and your story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Madison's not just someone with a camera and capability, she's a photographer with a natural good eye as well. We appreciated her clean subject alignments/angles and more true-to-color editing and were very impressed by the pictures we got back from reception, where we had pretty complex indoor lighting: A whole wall of windows behind us most of the time and then dark brown ballroom lighting into the evening (@Loews Hotel). Not to mention, we asked her to minimize using flash as a personal preference and she was so receptive and remembering of that too. Communicating with her was like talking to a friend. She was responsive, engaged, and inclusive. Could go on and on, but her images speak for themselves because she is consistent both in her photography style as well as personality!
Lauren, 8 months ago
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The California Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Encinitas, CA
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The California Studio is a wedding photography and videography company known for its clean, modern style and relaxed, natural approach. Based in California, they specialize in capturing real moments with artistic flair—turning love stories into timeless visual keepsakes. Whether it’s a chic city wedding or a coastal celebration, The California Studio delivers stunning imagery that feels authentic, elegant, and true to you.

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I couldn’t be happier with the photos and video. Every single shot is filled with love and happiness. They captured so many moments I didn’t even notice, like my husband holding back tears during the ceremony. The video tells our story so beautifully, I’ve already watched it multiple times. The lighting and colors in the photos are perfect. My family keeps commenting on how amazing the pictures turned out. They even captured the funny moments at the reception, which made us laugh all over again. The portraits are gorgeous without feeling staged. I felt so comfortable the entire day, thanks to their friendly presence. They were patient with everyone and made sure no moment was missed. I’m forever grateful for these memories. They exceeded all of my expectations.
Lauren M., 7 months ago
PKA Photo & Video 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Encinitas, 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 so lucky to find PKA Photo and Video to capture the memories of our wedding day! We had an intimate wedding on Coronado Beach with just our family members, and we absolutely love the highlight video Mia made for us! What made it even more special was how she was able to incorporate the personal song we wrote and sang with each other. Hearing the groom's guitar strumming and our own voices singing the duet in the background was so meaningful. Listening to our vows, (which were clearly recorded - by the way), and seeing the beautiful video clips of our family on the beach is a cherished gift. We are so blessed to have this video to replay when we look back on this most precious day of our lives. It makes us so emotional thinking about what happened to us with our previous videographer, and how they came to our rescue by agreeing to be our videographer at the last minute. We are truly grateful. Mia and LaRon are an amazing team, and we highly recommend their photography services!
Cindy A., 9 months ago
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Katherine Beth Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Encinitas, 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., a year ago
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True Photography & Video 
Rating: 4.8 (18 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Encinitas, CA

At True Photography, we represent San Diego’s top wedding photographers — award-winning, experienced, and known for capturing every emotion and moment with creativity and precision. Each team member has over five years of professional experience, delivering vibrant, timeless images that reflect the energy and beauty of your day. We work with couples who value photography as a top priority and are passionate about telling love stories through powerful visuals.

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True did our wedding photography. They were the preferred vendor via Wedgwood Weddings, and right from the beginning we found them to be professional, communicative, and reliable. They made the process super easy with their detailed website, emails, and follow ups. We appreciated their guidance in helping us figure out our needs, and the timeline they sent for the day of helped everyone feel prepared. Our lead photographer, Parker, was a pleasure to work with and we appreciate how kind he was on our special day. The pictures came out so GORGEOUS! My only struggle is in choosing which ones to display. Thank you True!
Whitney L., a month ago
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Wishwell Inc. 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Encinitas, CA
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We're Toby & Lauren — a husband and wife photography and film team based in Vista, CA. Since 2010, we've had the privilege of capturing thousands of weddings together. We built Wishwell because we believe every couple deserves a luxury photo and video experience with a team that truly cares. We don't just show up on your wedding day — we walk with you through the entire journey, making sure you feel supported, seen, and celebrated every step of the way.

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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., a year ago
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Khoa Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Encinitas, 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., 2 years ago
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The Brews Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,450
  • Serves Encinitas, CA

Hi, we’re The Brews — a husband and wife wedding photography team based in San Diego, California. We specialize in capturing wedding day celebrations with a timeless, candid, documentary-style approach. We’re drawn to natural light, authentic emotion, and the real moments that make your day uniquely yours.

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Hailey and David do an incredible job! My photos are beautiful and perfect. They are easy to be around, creative, and really on top of it throughout the whole day. They had great communication when it came to giving directions for different poses and provided tons of positive feedback for me and my husband which really put us at ease. I had a ton of friends and family who mentioned how great they were throughout the day, which made me happy we chose them to be our photographers. I would recommend them to anyone!
Annette T., 9 months ago
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Emily Morgan Photos, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Encinitas, 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., a year ago
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Love Story Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,699
  • Serves Encinitas, CA

We're Alan & Heidi, the husband-and-wife team behind Love Story Photography, who've had the honor of documenting love stories throughout San Diego for over 12 years. What started as a shared passion project has grown into something we never imagined – a thriving business built on genuine relationships, authentic storytelling, and the belief that every couple deserves beautiful wedding photography, regardless of their budget.

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We could not have been more thrilled with the value, service and product provided by Love Story Photography. Alan felt like a close friend before we ever met and his artistic eye delivered photos beyond our wildest dreams. With all the work and detail that went into our special day I am so happy we used Love Story Photography to capture and re-live the special moments and memories. The finished products are incredible and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone- I wish I could give more than 5 stars. Don’t sleep on this amazing photographer- book it!
Rachael P., 9 months ago
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Natalia Bareka Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Encinitas, 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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Natalia , she’s a great photographer with an amazing eye for unique shots. Her photography tells a story and on our courthouse wedding day, her photography truly showed a beautiful perspective. She communicates great; and delivers the gallery very timely. She’s professional and a pleasure to work with. I will definitely be using her again for future life events !
Samantha T., 2 months ago
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Kayla.Ash Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Encinitas, CA
  • Offer

Hi there! I'm Kayla, and I'm so glad you're here! I've spent the past six years capturing love, beauty, and joy across Southern California. Photography has been my passion since I was five, and turning it into a career has been the most rewarding journey. One of my clients shared: "The pictures came out beautiful and had my mom in tears. Kayla made us all feel so comfortable and beautiful. I highly recommend her and will definitely be using her again." If you’re looking for someone to capture your special moments, I’d love to help you create memories that last a lifetime!

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Kayla was absolutely amazing to work with! From the moment she arrived, her sweet and bubbly personality made everyone feel so comfortable in front of the camera. She captured our wedding day so beautifully…every emotion, every moment, and all the little details we might have missed in the chaos of the day. I’m so obsessed with her flat lays and how she incorporated our special keepsakes. I had mentioned wanting my colors to really pop, and she captured them perfectly! Her eye for detail is incredible, and she somehow managed to make every photo feel natural yet timeless. The turnaround time was so quick… we received a sneak peek soon after the wedding, which made us even more excited for the full gallery. Kayla also brought along a second shooter who was just as wonderful, and together they didn’t miss a single moment. We’re beyond grateful to have these photos to look back on forever. I couldn’t recommend Kayla enough to any couple looking for someone who not only takes beautiful photos but also brings such warmth and joy to their day.
Lilli D., 6 months ago
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MJMaiden Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Encinitas, CA

My name is Makenzi but most people call me M.J. I am a Destination Wedding and Elopement photographer that travels all over the country to beautiful destinations to witness the greatest love stories! My photography style is warm, vibrant, and authentic. I love working with all different types of individuals (that become friends) and capturing some of the most unforgettable moments through my lens. I like to create a comfortable space for my clients to be completely themselves in order to capture candid moments that tells their story! My career is photography, but my passion is people.

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She brought such a calm and joyful energy to every moment—it truly made the entire experience unforgettable. From our engagement session to our wedding day, she made us feel so seen, so special, and completely at ease in front of the camera. The photos she captured are nothing short of magic: beautifully pure, deeply romantic, and filled with genuine emotion. We couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. We’re already looking forward to having her capture our next chapter in life!
Branik, 7 months ago
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Katie Clare Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,875
  • Serves Encinitas, 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 Clare Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From our first interaction, their communication style was direct, thoughtful and flexible, which put us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work was truly outstanding - their creative, fun and technically perfect photos captured all the special moments of our day. Katie and her team made us feel so comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera, which resulted in beautiful, natural shots that we'll cherish forever. We couldn't have asked for a better photography experience on our wedding day.
Haley E., 8 months ago
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Jenni Summer Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Encinitas, 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 & Colorado with no travel fee. Available worldwide for travel & destination weddings.

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What can I say? Jenni is a humble and kind person. She does her best at her job. 100% professional. My husband and I had our first meeting with Jenni and we felt a match with her quickly. Afterwards we had our fall engagement pictures. We had the best pics ever ! everyone told us what beautiful pics we had, and many good comments from everyone. Jenni and her team do their best at what they do, they are very professional. My husband and I felt very comfortable and happy to have been able to do this process with her and her team. I trust on her 100%!!! Their packages are really good. My husband and I decided to do both photography and videography with them and it was the best decision. If you are looking for a photographer or videographer you have the right person here! You will not regret it! My husband and I love our pics and our friends and family told us what a great photographer we had! We can never be thankful enough for everything Jenni did for us on our special day. Jenni BIG thanks for everything you did for us! Laura & Nathan Lehman
Laura Liliana L., 2 years ago
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Jessica Paige Photo Co 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Encinitas, CA
  • Offer

📍SoCal + Beyond 📸 Creating Immersive & Editorial Wedding Photos. AKA: Photos that make you FEEL like you were there when you look back at them & photos fit for a magazine. 🔥For ANTI-trend lovers of intention & style. AKA: Those who value personal details over trends.

Jessica Paige Photo Co. is simply amazing. From our first interaction, Jessica was attentive, knowledgeable, and empathetic, making us feel comfortable and confident in her abilities. On our wedding day, she went above and beyond, capturing every special moment with a professional and perfected touch. Jessica even offered her own wedding planning expertise, providing invaluable tips and advice throughout the process. When we viewed our photos for the first time, the joy and emotion of the day came rushing back - she truly has a gift for her craft. We are so grateful to Jessica for preserving our most cherished memories in the most beautiful way.
Lorraine and G., 5 months ago
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Carlsbad Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Encinitas, 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, 3 years ago
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Black Hat Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Encinitas, 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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Eduardo was very nice to work with since the beginning. He is very kind and professional and just does a great job without adding any stress. He provided some portfolios of previous work he had done, which were very photo journalistic, not just the posed shots, and we knew he was the one! He definitely has an eye for placement, reflections, and catching people’s authenticity. He spent the whole wedding day with us, from getting ready all the way till the sparkler exit. I never even saw him take a break. He even ran with us to get some sunset photos at a nearby vineyard while guests were having dinner. He even got some good shots of everyone on the dance floor without being too in your face, I didn’t even notice he was there! We got all of the photos we wanted and more. Eduardo definitely doesn’t treat his clients as a number, he understands the importance of the day and ensures that he captures it in a way that tells the story of the day. Highly recommend Eduardo for your photography needs!
Julie B., a year ago
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Ben Straily Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Encinitas, CA

Hey there, I'm Ben! I believe photography is not just about clicking the shutter at the right moment. It's about capturing the essence of a moment, the emotion, the feeling, and the story behind it. My style is all about telling stories of love, laughter, tears, joy, and all the beautiful chaos in between. Just like your wedding day, every photo shoot is a unique, amazing, and important experience. That's why I pour my heart and soul into creating and capturing the special moments that make each photo shoot memorable. I'm not just taking pictures, I'm crafting narratives. We're not just making photos, we're making memories.

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We worked with Ben for both photography and videography at our wedding, and we couldn’t have been happier with the experience. From our very first phone call, where he carefully went over every detail, to the time he dedicated to planning the schedule with us, everything was handled thoughtfully and professionally. On the wedding day, Ben was organized and a pleasure to work with—our guests loved him. He captured so many beautiful, genuine moments that we’ll cherish forever. The final photos and video turned out amazing: natural, authentic, and professionally edited to perfection. We highly recommend Ben to anyone looking for outstanding photography and videography services and will absolutely work with him again for future events.
Saif A., 2 months ago
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Jalea Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Encinitas, CA

Hey there! I'm Linda. San Diego wedding and portrait photographer. I've been photographing weddings for 8 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jalea Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From our first conversation, Linda and her team were easy to communicate with, attentive to our needs, and incredibly nice throughout the entire process. Their amazing photography skills and great value were evident in the beautiful, high-quality images they captured that perfectly documented every special moment of our wedding. Linda's talent as a photographer was clear as she was able to capture every important moment, going above and beyond to ensure we have stunning photos to cherish for a lifetime. We are thrilled with the results and cannot recommend Jalea Photography enough!
Nadia C., a year ago
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Brittany Bender Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Encinitas, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Brittany has shot with my team on numerous occasions and she truly goes above and beyond. She is professional, talented, soft and kind, driven, caring and confident with her camera. I can count on her to get the shot and do it with grace and ease. I love how much she cares about her clients and her quality of work.
Lillywhite Photography, 3 years ago

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