The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in La Mesa, CA

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in La Mesa, CA

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841 Wedding Photographers in La Mesa, CA

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Original Weddings Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

Original Weddings Photo & Video is a team of EMMY award winning storytellers. Our photography and videography packages are tailored to you, customizable and perfect for every wedding. We offer engagement photography, wedding photos, highlight films, wedding coverage and more.

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Our Original Weddings team in Georgia was great! All of them were very nice and seemed like they were enjoying capturing our special day. They captured so much of our wedding including many little moments and did a great job at being there but not taking up space. It never felt like they were in the way and they were great at directing us in moments we needed them to. We opted for the 4-12 weeks delivery and they delivered within 4 weeks on Christmas day which was a nice present! Overall was a great time with them and we are very happy with the photos and videos!
Chris and N., 3 months ago
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Paul Douda Photography & Video 

5.0

La Mesa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100

Have you ever met someone you just knew immediately was your person? We bet you have since you're here now! In 2015, Paul was the photographer at Crystal’s younger brother’s wedding, where she was a bridesmaid. We loved everything about that special day, but from the moment we locked eyes it was like time stood still. We knew then and there that we just hit the jackpot! Not only did we meet at a wedding, but we have both been in the events industry for well over a decade. Paul Douda Photography & Video offers full service wedding coverage for your big day in San Diego and beyond! We love to travel and destination weddings are a favorite!

We were looking for a photographer to capture our wedding day. We had specific requests one of them being we wanted the photos to be of the actual day as it was happening, not staged photos. Paul heard our request and went about the wedding mostly unnoticed, except where the group shots or special moments needed to be memorable. Crystal did the Video OMG. She captured everything we asked for and more. And the video trailer she made for us, wow!!! The first time I watched it I was thinking is this for real!!! Way over and above what we expected! I watch it all probably once a month. The first month 20 times a day and I still cry.. I love to send the video link to friends and Family. She made us look so good. Chad my husband and I went to a wedding show at the Grant hotel and literally search high and low for a photographer. Everyone had a package to sell, however no one listened to what we were trying to capture. When I said we search high and low I mean it. We found Crystal in the basement of the hotel, Chad fell in love with crystal first, being next to a brewery stand probably helped!! She listened to everything we were trying to accomplish for our special day. Even customized a special package based on our requests. Nothing was ever a problem or issue. The final results,Love these guys!!!!!!! Literally trust them for your day let them spoil you like they did for us. You will NOT be disappointed, not one bit!!!!!!!!!!
Daniel & C., 6 years ago
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Toby Ogden Photography & Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

I'm in love with taking photos and I spend all of my time working on fine-tuning my photography but also getting deeper than just taking photos. I am taking photos with the purpose now more than ever. Its been my years of experience that has helped me develop my photography into art and not just a picture taker. My photography and film making is tailored to each couple. I am proud to be able to connect and capture what is real about the couples I get to work with.

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Book Toby now!! He is such an amazing photographer and you will not be disappointed with his work! We have been lucky enough to have Toby shoot our engagement photos, wedding photos and maternity photos 5 years after our wedding. He still captures the most beautiful shots and will make you feel so comfortable! He will tell you exactly what to do and where to look and is open to any ideas you do have! Toby has also shot many of our close friends weddings and family pictures and they ALL had nothing but amazing things to say. Take one thing off your list and just book him!
Brianna B., 2 months ago
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Khoa Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves La Mesa, 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 exceeded our expectations. I had a vision with some Pinterest inspirations, and he completely exceeded my vision! From the very start, he was very professional and reliable. On the day of we were both nervous because we both don’t like getting our pictures taken and he gave us so many good pointers and tips that made our pictures look incredible. We genuinely enjoyed getting our pictures taken. I am so thankful that we booked him and cannot recommend him enough!
Daniela, 2 months ago
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Emily Morgan Photos, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves La Mesa, 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 was truly a dream to work with during our engagement session. From brainstorming photo locations to fit with the theme of our wedding, to outfit inspiration, to timing to utilize the best lighting... she was on top of it all. We were blown away by the quality of our photos, both on film and digital. We had such variety of photos to choose from (settings, poses, lighting, angles) etc. One of our biggest insecurities was looking comfortable in front of the camera and not too "posed". Emily was wonderful a guiding us behind the camera and giving us prompts to make the photos feel natural and genuine. I cannot recommend her enough! Plus, we wanted to incorporate our new puppy into the photoshoot and Emily gave us all the tips and guidance to make sure that went smoothly! The extra photos with the pup are just perfect!
Kate & S., 8 months ago
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Kayla.Ash Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves La Mesa, CA
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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 and Ash were an absolute joy to work with for our wedding photography. Their communication style made the planning process smooth and stress-free - they were very responsive over text which was so convenient. The photographs they delivered are breathtaking - light, airy, and romantic. They perfectly captured the love and magic of our special day. I cannot say enough wonderful things about this talented duo. Kayla simply rocked it! I hope their business continues to flourish because they provide tremendous value and deserve to have their calendars filled. We feel so fortunate to have found them. Their artistic vision and professionalism were invaluable in making our wedding a gorgeous, timeless memory. I enthusiastically recommend Kayla Ash Photography - you will not regret having them capture your special moments!
Taylor T., 2 years ago
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Enlightened Scorpio Studio 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

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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Enlightened Scorpio Studio was an absolute pleasure to work with for our photography. From the very beginning, their communication was prompt, friendly, and highly professional. We love the beautiful photos that captured our day, especially the ones at the beach - Katie must have taken over 1,000 pictures to make sure she got every moment just right! They came to us with lots of great ideas but were also very open to our own wishes and suggestions, which was so appreciated. The final photos are stunning and we couldn't be happier. Enlightened Scorpio Studio truly helped make our day perfect.
Susan B., 7 months ago
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MJMaiden Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves La Mesa, 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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MJMaiden Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our couples wedding. Their communication style was attentive, fast, clear, and highly responsive throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was breathtaking - they captured the classic and creative details of the couples special day with a great eye for detail. They were easy to work with, seamlessly flowed with our brides schedule, and their photos truly told the story of our the wedding. I would highly recommend MJMaiden Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
The Wright H., 2 years ago
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Katie Clare Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,875
  • Serves La Mesa, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
100/10, one million stars, cannot recommend enough!!! We absolutely loved working with Katie from the moment we first met to take engagement photos. She was super friendly and made us feel very comfortable right away. For two camera shy people who felt out of their element going into professional photos, we were amazed at how quickly we got the gallery back and at how beautiful every single shot turned out. Our initial experience translated into an amazing wedding day with Katie. She was so helpful and communicative leading up to the big day and helping coordinate timelines, shot lists, etc. and did amazing adhering to everything we planned. Her guidance was incredible - she helped us achieve poses and photos that felt so natural and romantic and was our #1 hype girl all day/night. Our wedding party and family had nothing but amazing things to say about their interactions with her throughout the day and we were so happy to have her celebrate with us! The wedding gallery came back right on time and was extensive. We are so happy with the amount of photos we got back, the editing, the organized gallery, the quality - everything was perfect! We are so grateful for the hard work that Katie put in to create our most cherished memories and you won’t regret going with her as your photographer! We love you Katie!!
Kiana D., 15 days ago
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Carlsbad Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves La Mesa, 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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We used Carlsbad Photo for our wedding and our photographer Irina was phenomenal. Neither my husband nor I were very comfortable with having our pictures taken and she made us feel so comfortable and relaxed for both our engagement and wedding. She took so many beautiful candid photographs and gave direction to make our pictures look both beautiful and natural. She was wonderful to work with and I would highly recommend her.I chose Carlsbad Photo before I even picked my dress! When you meet people with a good heart who are loving life, everything around them is that much better. Why would you not want someone like that shooting your special day when you are surrounded by everyone you love? Her energy enhances everything and she will make you laugh so much! She will help you with questions beyond photos for your big day - she has a lot of experience and literally knows everything about weddings! She was pretty much our coordinator. She instructed us when to stop and kiss after we headed out of the isle, how to cut the cake, and even how to toss my bouquet to get the most beautiful pictures!!!And to me, the best part of booking Irina is that you will have someone on your special day who truly is the TEAM BRIDE!
Ruben and K., 4 years ago
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Black Hat Studio 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves La Mesa, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., 10 months ago
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Ben Straily Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves La Mesa, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., a month ago
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Jalea Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves La Mesa, 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.

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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 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves La Mesa, 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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YC Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

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

Yrsina was the absolute best photographer for my wedding. She was absolutely fantastic to work with and the pictures were unbelievably beautiful! Some of the pictures could have been used for a bridal magazine! She is the best and will not disappoint. I highly recommend her.
Kristen M., 5 years ago
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Unveiled Wedding Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

Unveiled Wedding Photography is one of San Diego’s most highly sought after wedding studios. Lead photographer, Mark Hillis has captured 900+ weddings. This vast experience, plus his background in commercial photography, gives him the expertise that few other San Diego wedding photographers can match. All of our collections include an experienced assistant photographer as well as a very detailed 1 hour timeline analysis done by Mark personally. Mark analyzes the entire day with you, and then types it up in detail. Unveiled's photojournalistic style ensures that your story is told as it unfolds, from the veil going on, to your sparkler exit.

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Mark and his team were wonderful! I am so happy with my photos and the package I chose. The pricing was amazing and such great value. You don’t have to compromise a fantastic budget friendly price for high quality photos. We also received so many photos! I was so impressed with the work. I work in the events world and I’ve been charged a lot more for less. I highly recommend Unveiled Wedding Photography. Mark walks you through everything, gives excellent insights, and ultimately delivers a collection of memories that I’m so happy to have. I also loved that Mark brought a third person to our wedding that was paying attention to all of the details. From jacket buttons to necklaces, and stray hairs, he had us picture perfect the whole time.
Rachel M., 2 years ago
Heather Elise Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

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

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Heather Elise Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From our very first interaction, Heather and her team were friendly, accurate, and timely in their communication, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of, Heather's focus, elegant style, and personal approach made us feel supported and allowed us to be present in the moment, rather than worrying about the photography. Heather provided full day service that was seamless, and her amazing photography skills captured all the special details and moments that made our day so unique and memorable. We couldn't be happier with the beautiful, artistic photos that perfectly reflect our love story. Heather Elise Photography is truly top-notch and we highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Shawn L., 5 months ago
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Jen Sease Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

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

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Jen worked with us every step of the way from our engagement photos to the wedding day. Her photos are beautiful and she made everyone feel at ease.
Stephanie, 2 years ago
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Digital Darling Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

I’m so glad you’re here! I’m Em, the human behind Digital Darling Photo, a full-time chaser of good light and great energy. I’m a queer wedding and elopement photographer based in San Diego, capturing love stories that feel golden, real, and unapologetically you. I’m all about candid moments and the magic that happens when you forget there’s a camera around. No stiff posing, no pressure, just you being yourselves while I hype you up, fix your flyaways, cry during your vows, and document it all. If you want photos that feel like memories and a photographer who feels like a friend, I’m your girl. 💛

I don’t know how we ended up so lucky to have found Emily as our photographer! It started out as her capturing pictures of our little family, to engagement, wedding, maternity and all of our family Christmas photos!! There is no one in the world I trust more to create these lifetime moments with. She puts so much thought, care and love into her work and you can feel that in every session, then to just be reminded of it when you receive your photos. She’s turned into a forever friend for our family and we look forward to every year we get to spend with her creating lifetime memories!
Catie M., a year ago
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Ross Photography 

2.4

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

Ross Photography is a wedding photography business operating out of Escondido, California. Previously working in photojournalism, I have a keen eye for capturing the candid moments of authentic emotion that reveal themselves throughout every once-in-a-lifetime celebration. I try to put passionate and creativity into every project that I take on, I strive to craft stress-free photography experiences and images that reflect each couple’s one-of-a-kind romantic bond.

As two introverts getting married, we needed a photographer that would make us feel at ease, forget we even had staff on our day of, but also had a good hand in dealing with guests who liked to get involved in the vendors' craft. Naiya's skillful and gorgeous photos speak for themselves. We really loved working with her not only for our engagement photo session, but also the day of!!! Due to some unforseen emergency family matters, our photos were a bit late. We wish she would have given a bit more proactive communication regarding this. However, the final product was worth the wait!
Tatiana, 2 years ago
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Anchor and Pine Collective 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

My inspiration comes from my time spent in stunning landscapes from the sea to the mountains. I love capturing real moments through photography. I have over 10+ years of photography experience and love working couples to tell their unique stories. I am originally from Dallas, Texas, but based in Portland, Oregon and San Diego. I went to film school at the University of Texas in Austin. Besides having a camera in hand, I enjoy camping, hiking, skiing, surfing, drinking kombucha, painting, singing, and traveling.

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At Timberline lodge we confidently refer our couples to Helen @ Anchor and Pine Collective. The feedback we receive from our couples is consistently fantastic and her work is gorgeous.
Tammy, 5 years ago
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Teresa LoJacono Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

As a documentary wedding photographer, I’m here to capture your day exactly as it unfolds—real, unposed, and full of heart. Whether you're getting married in San Diego or halfway across the world, I focus on the honest moments that make your story yours. With a blend of film and digital, I craft galleries that feel timeless, cinematic, and true to the day.

Teresa was so great to work with! We booked her as our wedding photographer, and it was everything we dreamed of and more! Leading up to the wedding, the process was extremely easy and clear. Teresa was always prompt in answering emails and happy to jump on a FaceTime call to discuss any questions or talk through the day ahead of time. We already thought she had a beautiful portfolio, and when talking together, she understood the vision of telling the story of the day through an artistic and romantic lens. On the day, she was super easy to work with, and when the timeline ran long due to other factors, she stayed calm and we figured out a way to rework the timeline to get what we needed. We felt very comfortable with her, and she helped direct us into some poses to get some amazing shots. We received our sneak peeks just about a week later and were blown away. Friends and family said they looked like they were out of Vogue or Vanity Fair. We're so excited to see the rest, and would definitely recommend!
Madeline T., 8 months ago
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Kami Olavarria Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

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

Kami is a tour de force in this world. 100% professional, always direct, focused but F U N at the same time. With so many vendors involved we rely on the photographer to make sure after it's all done our work withstands the test of time and Kami treats every second of our work with so much care and respect. I know that when I hear " YASSSS LOOOVE ITTT" as I walk into a wedding venue that the shots will be incredible. Book. Her. Now.
A.H.R., 6 years ago
Lauren Ogden Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

Lauren Ogden Photography, based in San Diego, CA, provides stunning albums for couples celebrating their wedding. This experienced artist knows how much thought goes into planning your big day and wants to be there to capture it all. From the happy tears in a loved one's eyes to your broad smile, each authentic moment will last forever. They serve throughout California and love to travel to venues on the Hawaiian Islands.

I found Lauren on a random day scrolling through Instagram and fell in love with her work. When it came to choosing a photographer, her name popped up on our venue’s preferred vendors and on our wedding planner’s preferred vendors. I knew right then and there that she was going to be our person! Jonathan and I are not a photogenic couple, we are awkward and hate being the center of attention. We met Lauren and Toby the day of our wedding and automatically felt comfortable. I had a little mishap with my dress and cannot thank Lauren enough for her patience in waiting for my dress to get fixed. Lauren and Toby did an amazing job with our family and friends as well, they all loved how friendly and easy it was to work with them. We received sneak peeks a week later and they are breathtaking!
Irene R., a year ago
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Joni Bilderback Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

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

Joni was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding photography. Her communication was efficient, timely, and kind throughout the planning process, which helped keep things running smoothly. On the big day, Joni brought a wonderful energy while capturing countless beautiful, timeless photos that we will treasure forever. She has such a talent for making couples feel comfortable in front of the camera. You can tell photography is her passion! Joni helped ensure the day flowed well by directing us for photos while making the process fun. We were thrilled when she delivered a full wedding album to us in just a few short weeks after our wedding. The turnaround time was unbelievably fast! Overall, Joni is a gem and we couldn't be happier that she was able to photograph our special day.
Olivia B., 2 years ago
Studio Vieren 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves La Mesa, CA

Studio Vieren is a photography studio based in Southern California providing our services to those celebrating life's big and small moments. Studio Vieren is built on celebrating who YOU are, what’s important to YOU, what YOU love, where you’ve been and where you’re going.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Studio Vieren for our wedding day and it was the best decision we made! We can't say enough good things about Tara. From beginning to end — Tara was warm, kind, attentive, and truly passionate about her art and work. It is evident that she cares so much about what she does, as well as the couples she works with. She gives her all to ensure a truly wonderful and special experience. To begin, our consultation with her went amazingly. As soon as we started speaking with her, there was no question that she would be the artist to capture our wedding day. Not only was she a great listener (often later remembering the tiniest detail mentioned during this initial meeting that took place before we even hired her), but the love she has for making wedding days beautiful shone through. We initially found her and were captivated by her cinematic, warm, romantic, and in-the-moment style, and we were only further convinced to hire her by her lovely personality and the passion she showed us in that initial consultation. Once we hired her, Tara only kept impressing us. Throughout the entire planning process, she was always organized, prepared, detail-oriented, available, and creative. Every step of the process was clearly outlined for us and she always put our needs first while ensuring she would be able to deliver the vision we were hoping for. On the wedding day, Tara was nothing short of an angel. Not only did she excel in her own role as documentarian extraordinaire, but she also stepped up to help us navigate the day when our day-of-coordinator wasn't meeting expectations. She went above and beyond — making us feel taken care of and at ease (as much as a bride can be on her wedding day, haha). So many of our guests even went out of their way to tell us how outstanding they thought she was. She showed an unwavering commitment to ensuring that our day was unforgettable. And once we received the photos and film (which she delivered in a timely manner) — just wow! Everything turned out so beautifully. Tara captured our wedding day (the big and little moments alike) with so much warmth and magic. Seeing her incredible work allowed my husband and I to relive the day, and appreciate and love it more than we thought we could. Tara has such a gift and we can't thank her enough for everything she did for us.
Melanie D., a year ago

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