The Best Wedding Photographers in Cardiff By The Sea, CA

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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 Cardiff By The Sea, 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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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., 2 years ago
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Garrett Museau Photography & Cinematography 
Rating: 4.9 (27 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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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We’ve had the pleasure of working with Garret Musseau Photography for many years, and we’re always hearing wonderful things about him. Garret has an excellent understanding of how to capture the unique beauty of the River Queen, always finding the right angles to showcase each event. He is highly communicative, working seamlessly with our team and clients to ensure everything runs smoothly. His friendly and professional demeanor make him a joy to have aboard, and our clients are always thrilled with his photos. We always welcome Garret aboard the River Queen, knowing he will deliver outstanding service and beautiful memories.
The River Q., a year ago
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Gleimlight Photography & Productions 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, CA

After 10 years of marriage, the memories from our special day have slowly faded. With weddings going by in a flash, it's nearly impossible to commit it all to memory and with time, it will fade. The work we do, the memories we capture will last you a lifetime. We know that decades from now you will be flipping through your photo album or watching your wedding video; overflowing with love and joy. Knowing this is what motivates us!

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Gleimlight Photography & Productions was a fantastic choice for our wedding photographer. From the first time we spoke with them, they demonstrated a clear and thoughtful communication style, asking all the right questions to truly understand us as a couple and the specific photos we wanted to capture on our special day. Their work was absolutely beautiful - they had an incredible eye for detail and perfectly framed every moment, using flattering lighting and editing to make our photos look stunning. Gleimlight worked seamlessly throughout the event, maintaining a professional demeanor while also being a calming presence. We couldn't be happier with the final photos, which beautifully immortalized all the joy and love of our wedding day.
Cassie B., 5 months ago
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Wishwell Inc. 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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 is absolutely amazing! He did both our engagement and wedding photos, and we couldn’t be happier with how they turned out. He made taking photos so easy and fun, even though it’s not something that comes naturally to us. He’s so easy-going, fun to be around, and incredibly talented. We’re so grateful we had him capture these special moments — highly recommend!
Natalie W., 3 months ago
Madison Wilson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (33 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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.

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Madison was an absolute pleasure to work with for our pre-wedding photoshoot. From the very first interaction, Madison was very accommodating and friendly in her communication, making the planning process seamless. Her excellent shooting and editing skills were evident as she captured all the special moments with beautiful, creative compositions. We feel lucky to have Madison as our photographer because we consider ourselves quite awkward when it comes to posing for pictures, but Madison provided excellent, easy-to-follow instructions to us, ensuring we got all the shots we wanted. We are 200% satisfied with the final products and have already had quite a few friends ask us for referrals based on the incredible photos. We would definitely recommend Madison Wilson Photography to any couple looking for a talented, professional photography team to help make their wedding or pre-wedding shoot like ours truly special.
Heather D., 9 months ago
PKA Photo & Video 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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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Mia and LaRon went above and beyond to help make our wedding day special. They are an excellent team and managed to work around my chronic pain and frequent “lie down on the floor” breaks. The photos came back amazing and candid, just like I wanted them and I have zero complaints. 10/10, would book again.
The C., 5 months ago
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Katherine Beth Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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 were completely overwhelmed when we saw our wedding pictures! The photos' color, clarity, and authenticity perfectly capture what we remember of the day. There are also great shots of things we didn't remember, like us canoodling in the venue's background. We felt like Katherine was part of our wedding party, not just a vendor. She was great at directing us for group photos, ensuring everyone was in the right spot without feeling rushed. She is funny and a total photography pro, and now we want her to take all of our images. By the end of the wedding, we had friends asking for her information and complimenting her left and right. She helped everyone stick to the timeline, adjust clothing, engage children, and remind everyone to laugh, breathe, and smile!
Marghee K., a year ago
True Photography & Video 
Rating: 4.8 (18 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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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The photos taken by Erin were great. The beginning process was really easy, but somehow the communication didn't connect to the actual photographer. We had a few miscommunications, but they quickly resolved the matter. The video came back not to the satisfaction of the client, so we pushed the video back to be reviewed and reworked. The quality hands down was excellent. I would certainly recommend them and work with them again.
Rubina Herrera, 2 years ago
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Khoa Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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.

We found Khoa after searching through dozens of photographers in SD County. We planned to have an elopement at the County Clerk's office and wanted someone to be able to capture the intimate moments of the day very artfully since we wouldn't have a big wedding or any guests. Khoa had excellent communication, was very professional, and made our day even more special by agreeing to be our witness. In a way, he brought me a lot of comfort since we didn't have any friends or family there. My now husband and I rarely take photos even for socials or anything personal and are super awkward in front of the camera, but Khoa provided just enough guidance and direction that it felt very natural posing for the camera without it feeling like an entire production or feeling too stiff. I really appreciated that he asked us what we prefer the focus environment should be-- whether its architecture or nature, to ensure that he captures the vibe we were looking for. He delivered the final products very quickly and his post edits were beautiful-- the colors, light, and balance of us and the backdrops were absolutely stunning. I highly recommend his service to anyone looking for a wedding photographer!
Emilie, 8 months ago
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The Brews Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,450
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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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The best decision we made for our wedding day! We absolutely love our photos and how they showcase the beauty of our wedding. We knew that we wanted photographers that were fun and relaxed, but also able to give us direction about how to pose for photos. We were not totally sure what to expect but our engagement session before the wedding totally put us at ease. Hailey walked us through every part of the shoot. After some walking photos, dips, spins, and other cues we felt at ease. Eventually each pose felt more natural than the one before. Doing the engagement shoot made us feel like pros on our wedding day and the end result was better than we could have imagined! We are so happy that we chose to book The Brews Photography because the photos they captured were amazing, the colors and beauty reflected our wedding day perfectly. Don’t hesitate to hire them!
Kayla H., 9 months ago
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Emily Morgan Photos, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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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We loved working with Emily! She was so responsive and really made us feel so much less anxious over the photography for the wedding ! The guide and photo planning document she shared in the lead up really helped us make a game plan prior to wedding day. We got every photo we wanted and then some. Our recommendation is to go in with a few must haves and then just trust Emily to do what she does best. We couldn’t have had a better experience!
Alexis S., 9 months ago
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Natalia Bareka Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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 Bareka Photography was an exceptional choice for our wedding photographer. From the moment we first spoke, Natalia was immediately responsive, accurate in her communication, and precise in her understanding of our vision. On the day of our wedding, she contributed to our special day with incredible patience and grace, taking the time to capture every moment with an eye for sharp details and accurate color in the photos. The emotional impact of the final images exceeded our expectations - Natalia truly reached for the high bar we set and delivered photos that are even more amazing than we could have hoped for. We are thrilled with the work Natalia provided and would highly recommend her to any couple looking for a talented, professional photographer to document their wedding day.
Shayna, a year ago
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Love Story Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,699
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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., 8 months ago
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Kayla.Ash Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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 wedding! From the very first interaction, the photographers were friendly, communicative, and incredibly helpful in guiding us through the process. Their artistic vision and eye for detail truly shone through in the amazing wedding and engagement photos they captured - they managed to beautifully document all the special moments of our big day. I loved working with the Enlightened Scorpio Studio team, who were super friendly, down to earth, and fun to be around. They went above and beyond to ensure our photos were exactly what we had envisioned. I cannot recommend them highly enough!
Brooke, 9 months ago
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MJMaiden Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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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All of MJ's photographs of our afternoon tea wedding are stunning!! I can’t stop looking at them! They look amazing!! She did such a wonderful job! I’ve been enjoying reliving the day and I love seeing everything from her perspective. She caught some tender moments I was surprised to see and I just love them so much!! MJ has a great eye and her timing is perfect!! I just love MJ's style. Looking at her website made me want to contact her immediately! The photographs have a magical glow, just like her personality. As soon as we spoke I knew I wanted her to capture all of the moments of our wedding. She is so easygoing and such a joy to work with. Her communication is quick and efficient and I never had any doubts about her arriving on time the day of the wedding, her ability to capture all the important moments, or how she would interact with us and our friends and family. She provided 48 sneak peeks so soon after our wedding day and then the remaining images about 6 weeks later, which was so quick considering Thanksgiving and the December holidays occurred during this timeframe. Thank you for making this part of our journey so effortless!!
Ginger W., 3 months ago
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Katie Clare Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,875
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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 Cardiff By The Sea, 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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Jenni and her team did a phenomenal job capturing our wedding day. We felt so comfortable from the moment we first met with her and that definitely translated to how easy it felt taking direction from her for our wedding day photos. Her team took time to get to know us and figure out what we were comfortable with so it felt natural (we're not the most comfortable in front of the camera but somehow she figured out how to get those sweet in the moment shots without it feeling forced!). The photos turned out stunning. From the formal portraits to our mountain top vows to the sweetest candids she captured of me and my dad and my adorable nieces and nephews there’s seriously so many amazing photos to choose from. I also appreciated how organized she was with our formal portrait list keeping it quick and everyone ready to move through those as soon as possible. Cannot recommend her enough. Thank you so much Jenni! We absolutely could not dream of better photos!
Laurel G., 2 years ago
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Jessica Paige Photo Co 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, CA
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📍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.

Our wedding was genuinely a DIY wedding ran by the power of Hashem and our community way back in August 2025. We had one of our close friends, Jordan Daniels, who offered his phenomenal photography for our wedding ceremony. Unfortunately, Jordan had a previous obligation that did not allow him to stay very long past the ceremony, and that’s where Jessica comes in and shines. Jessica was another last-minute investment for us, as it was so important to capture as much of the day we possibly could. Although the wedding ceremony photos are so essential to capture the wedding party, traditions, and family, the reception photos Jessica provided us revealed the authentic joy and celebration the afterparty brought. Jessica was consistently responsive in her communication and fair with her pricing. Her turnaround speed after editing was also surprisingly fast. She understood, because she was popping in later during the reception, there was no need for her to ask to start her photography. She is familiar with the wedding venue scene in San Diego and knew exactly where the reception was without any issues. She is a natural and got started right away on capturing those genuine candid moments. She paid attention to the small details on the tables, the décor, the cake, the dancing, the friends, and the music. We are so happy to see these memories that will be here with us for a lifetime thanks to Jessica Paige.
Ilana B., 3 months ago
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Carlsbad Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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 hired Irina for our wedding a few months ago and my husband and I are blown away by how our wedding photos turned out. Irina was so friendly, accommodating, and she truly has a way with capturing the light in her photos. We couldn’t be happier! Thank you so much Irina and we will recommend you to all our friends and family.
Elizabeth, 2 years ago
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Black Hat Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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., 10 months ago
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Ben Straily Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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 had a wonderful experience with Ben as our photographer! The day started out very stormy & rainy & it was a little chaotic with getting the wedding party from place to place but Ben did an awesome job getting great shots during the rain storm before the ceremony. After the rain cleared up, we were also able to get beautiful shots in the courtyard, all our family photos, & even sunset photos with some time to hang out with our guests during cocktail hour! Throughout the whole reception Ben & the photographers were awesome with all of our guests & with us! Ben asked us if it would be ok to pull us away for some quick rain photos & he ended up getting the most amazing shot ever (had to upload a compressed version)! Overall would 50000% recommended anyone to book Ben for their wedding (or any event) photography!
Flowreen S., 3 months ago
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Jalea Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, 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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We are beyond thrilled that we chose Linda as our photographer for our intimate ceremony! From the very first conversation, she made everything feel so personal and special. She answered every question we had and guided us through the entire process with such care. It honestly felt like she was part of our day, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Linda’s professionalism was incredible. She knew exactly where to position us for the best shots and how to make us feel at ease in front of the camera. We completely trusted her, and the results speak for themselves — the photos are absolutely stunning! What sets Linda apart, though, is how warm, friendly, and easy-going she is. It was like having a friend there with us. We are so in love with the photos she captured — they’re just perfect. If I could offer one small suggestion (though it’s really not a critique of Linda), it would be to have someone there to help with the dress — adjusting it and making sure everything stays just right. Overall, Linda truly exceeded our expectations in every way. We’re beyond grateful for her and so happy we chose her to document such a special day!
Diane, a year ago
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Brittany Bender Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, CA

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

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We decided to Elope in San Diego and we found Brittany’s website while browsing on the internet. Brittany responded in a timely manner to our inquiry and after speaking to her over the phone, we decided to work with her. Brittany was very thorough with the process leading up to our special day. Which was impressive. On the day of our elopement, she was punctual and made us feel at ease. She is friendly, professional, kind and has a bubbly personality that made us feel as if we knew her for a while. Everything went better than expected and we are so grateful Brittany was the photographer to capture our special day. We absolutely love our photos!! We will cherish this special moment for the rest of our lives. Thank you Brittany for being a wonderful human being and taking a few minutes to get to know us. Your photography truly captured our story. Thank you thank you thank you!!!
Araceli, 3 years ago
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Kristen Vincent Photography 
Rating: 4.9 (8 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, CA

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

Awarded Best of Zola
We are more than grateful for Kristen and the memories she captured for us on our special day. All of our family and wedding party enjoyed working with her! She was easy and fun to work with, was able to get all the pictures we were hoping for (and more!), and edited everything beautifully. We have several of her pictures enlarged and hanging in our home from our wedding day, and they truly bring us so much joy. I love her style and eye for detail. We would choose Kristen again in a heartbeat!
Jennifer, 3 years ago
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Sun & Soul Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, CA

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Taylor is so kind and so helpful!! She made me feel so comfortable and calm with all of the pre-wedding nerves! I am so happy we hired her as our photographer! I highly recommend her services.
Tory, 4 years ago
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Willmus Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,295
  • Serves Cardiff By The Sea, CA

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

I worked with Heather and her team for the day of wedding planning and Christophe was our photographer for the day. They were both amazing. They are detail oriented, professional, and kept us on schedule throughout the day. Despite having a more “difficult” wedding venue (military base), they made everything as easy as it could be with all of our vendors. Christophe went above and beyond to get beautiful photos that we will be able to look back on for the rest of our lives and remember our special day. He also took care to get some very sentimental photos with my father’s military uniform. You won’t regret hiring them, but you’ll definitely be missing out if you don’t.
Shara F., 7 months ago

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