The Best Wedding Photographers in Carlsbad, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Carlsbad, CA

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Ben Straily Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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., 8 months ago
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Black Hat Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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 AMAZING!! From the moment we booked him till receiving our photos. The communication was direct and to the point which is what we loved. During our wedding he was extremely personable and made us feel comfortable and reminded us to just be in the moment. He really went above and beyond during wedding day. In receiving our pictures, we were even more impressed and so happy with how they turned out. We feel it’s important to have someone you can build trust and connect quickly in such an important day and that’s Eduardo. We are fortunate that we went with blackhatstudio for our wedding photos. We are so excited to now print them and share with our loved ones! Thank you Eduardo for capturing our day!!!”
Michael and J., 2 years ago
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Chasing Light Photo & Film 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Chasing Light | Photo & Video is a San Diego-based wedding photography and videography team devoted to capturing the real moments that make a wedding unforgettable. The quiet glances, the uncontrollable laughter, the tears during a first look—these are the moments that matter most. With a documentary-style approach, the team focuses on preserving the genuine emotion and natural beauty of each couple’s story as it unfolds. Russ and Clara, a husband-and-wife team with more than a decade of experience documenting weddings together. Their shared passion for storytelling allows them to see moments from both an artistic and emotional perspective.

“We couldn't have asked for better photographers than Russ and Clara from Chasing Light Photo & Film. From start to finish, they were easygoing and genuinely invested in capturing our special day. Beyond just taking pictures, Russ helped with little things like bustling my dress before the reception and even moved guests around so we could do our first look without any stress. You can tell they're passionate about their work and will go the extra mile to make sure everything is perfect. Their photos are stunning, and their talent is clear in every single shot. We highly recommend them to any couple looking for photographers who truly care about their job.”
Alexis Q., 15 days ago
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Wildwood Wedding Films & Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Wildwood Wedding Films & Photography provides wedding photography and videography across Oregon and the West Coast. Our photography approach blends candid observation with calm portrait direction, so your photographs feel alive while the day still feels like your own. We plan coverage around the people, traditions, and pace that matter to you.

“My wife and I had a great time with Wildwood. JD was super helpful, communicative, and made our wedding night stress-free. Our videos came out amazing and we couldn’t be happier with the results.”
Amar H., 2 years ago
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Carlsbad Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (61 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Irina is an awesome and experienced photographer which is helpful when you have no idea what to expect on your wedding day. She works with you and your coordinator to make sure you get the shots you want. She even recommended some based on previous weddings she did at our venue. The planning process was straightforward and her rates were reasonable. On the day of the wedding she helped us get ready and reassured us that everything would be okay. She never stopped taking pictures and captured some wonderful moments throughout the night. We anxiously awaited our photos and they turned out better than we expected. She did a wonderful job capturing all the important memories. All of the pictures were gorgeous and she really made you feel special. We definitely recommend her to anyone getting married in the Carlsbad area!”
Christina, 4 years ago
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EverAfter Content Co. - Wedding Content Creation 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
Carlsbad, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $700

Hi, I'm Mikayla! I am a: Newlywed, Dog Mom, Firefighter Paramedic, and Founder of Ever After Content Co. Like many brides, I spent months planning every detail. I booked an amazing photographer, florist, venue, and all the vendors that helped bring our day to life. But there was one thing I didn't think about: capturing the candid, in between moments. Those memories are just as meaningful as the posed photos. If I could do one thing differently, I would have hired a content creator to capture those behind the scenes moments and deliver them quickly so I could relive the magic right away. That's exactly why I started Ever After Content Co.

“Working with Ever After Content Co. was such a great choice for our wedding. The photographer stayed in touch throughout the planning process and showed up ready to capture our day with a clear vision. What really stood out was getting photos and videos from angles I couldn't see myself because I was caught up in all the moments happening around me. Her work is beautiful and consistent, and honestly, the quality felt worth every penny. She's genuinely kind and focused on delivering great work without any pressure or pushiness about reviews. We couldn't be happier with what she created for us.”
Julia N., 5 months ago
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Evelina Lodi Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Carlsbad, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000

For me, photography has always been about more than just business it's about capturing your story. Whether that's a love story, your wedding day, or precious family moments. I'm here to document what matters most to you!

“Evelina, I thank you so much for the amazing pictures you took at my wedding. My wife and I were blessed to see the creative angles and poses you had us do and how they turned out in the pictures. Your style is one of a kind and I can’t wait to see how many people hit you up after I tell them your information for who took our wedding photos.”
Matthew and A., 6 months ago
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My Sun And Stars Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Carlsbad, CA
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,500

Hello, I’m Megan! Legacy preserver, fine art creator, wedding photographer...and completely-obsessed dog mom. (Send me an email with a picture of your fur baby attached and see how fast I respond!) Of all the things I could share about My Sun and Stars and my work as a wedding photographer, here’s the first thing I want you to know: I don’t believe in imposing a mood onto your memories. Trendy edits, filters, and lighting choices don't add anything to the meaningful moments you share on your wedding day. In fact, they can actually detract from your remembrance of them.

Awarded Best of Zola
“My Sun and Stars Co is my absolute favorite photographer to have photograph my flowers. The photos always make me soo happy! They're accurate to reality, not edited to be sepia or whatever other filter, and its really wonderful to be a package offering.”
Moonlight Floral C., a year ago
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The Justin Jay 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Carlsbad, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Offer

Justin creates timeless film and digital images with a natural and documentary feel to be relived for years to come. With encouraging, positive energy he helps settle any butterflies, provides relaxed and comfort- able direction when needed, ensures room for subtlety when a moment unexpectedly unfolds, and is ready to get down when the music starts. Justin is based in Southern California but travels Worldwide. The most important things to know about Justin are: he loves people, approaches his work with professionalism and enthusiasm and is so grateful to experience and document others to show just how beautiful and unique they are.

“As one of the preferred vendors at our venue, Olympia's Valley Estate in Petaluma, we booked with Justin Jay after our first conversation with him and of course, his phenomenal past work. I'd never had a photographer before and we did not meet him until our wedding day so naturally, I was a little nervous about whether I'd feel comfortable in front of the camera. From the moment we met in person, you could feel Justin's warmth and willingness to accommodate minor schedule changes in stride. He even went out of his way to steam my wedding dress - I mean, seriously?! He didn't miss anything from our shot list, followed our timeline closely, and in all honesty, stayed in the background for most photos which allowed me to feel at ease and natural. He took the most incredible photos of our entire day (160 guest count, no less) and I would recommend him to anyone in search of a photographer. Thank you my new friend, Justin, for capturing our day so beautifully!”
Angelica & M., 5 months ago
Marie Monforte Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Born in the Netherlands, I grew up in 4 time zones, 3 countries and 2 continents, but finally put my roots down here in SoCal. Now my husband, our two dreamboat kids, our fur-baby, (and the box turtle I've had since I was 10) live in a little beach town just north of San Diego. By day I'm beach bound, but in the evenings I'm often editing away, though you might also catch me making jewelry, curled up on the couch watching re-runs of Schitt's Creek. I consider myself a Citizen of the World and use my dual passports to experience as much of it as I can. Next stop: Bali for our 10-year. Some day: an African Safari!

“Our wedding photos turned out so incredibly beautiful, I am having trouble not filling our walls with them because there are so many amazing pictures to choose from. Not only this, but Marie was SO helpful and easy to work with on the day of, she really made things feel seamless for me as a bride. AND she gave me some great non-photography related ideas for our small 20 person wedding when we had our first consult!!! I seriously could not recommend her enough!”
Elyse R., 4 months ago
Jason Robles Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Carlsbad, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

I am a wedding and portrait photographer based in San Diego, California and Boulder, Colorado. I have over 15 years of experience in wedding photography, photojournalism, editorial photography, dance photography, and portraiture.

“Jason was professional and thorough. We love our photos and very happy that we had the chance to work with him!”
Amy T., 2 years ago
Amira Gray Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Carlsbad, CA
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,500

I'm a light and airy wedding photographer in the San Diego area who loves pretty details and glowy light. I've been capturing weddings for 9 years. My images are warm, joyful and fun! I help my couples extensively with timelines to ensure we have the perfect photography timeline to capture all of your important photos.

“Amira is absolutely amazing and not only talented but truly such a beautiful person inside and out. Her calming and engaging presence is so comforting and has a perfect blend of guiding a client organically, yet can assist with a pose to feel most feminine/masculine and enhancing the best of one's features. Her ability to capture beautiful moments, heartfelt feelings and joy between her couples, families and everything in between is goosebump worthy. She stops time through her camera and produces images that reflect a story; although the images are still, they are not motionless. She has the ability to capture that moment in its raw form and somehow layers an illusionary movement to the mind. Her photos, and editing combined produces an album of images that encompass a story. Simply put, Amira is magic *heart eyes*”
Krissie Simek, 4 years ago
Ashgabes Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Carlsbad, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

I'm Ash, a Wedding & Lifestyle Photographer based in SoCal. My work is best known for its light, vibrant and genuine style. Most know me for having a loud laugh, and big personality. When I am not behind a camera, I love to spend my time at the beach, camping with friends or reading a good book. Preferably, all of those things together!

“I cannot say enough about Ashley! I talk her up to every single person I come across looking for photos. She took our engagement photos and our maternity photos, and not only were they so beautiful, but she made us feel like we are just hanging out (while she’s behind the camera)! On top of all of that, we were slated to have her photograph our wedding but due to COVID, it had to be moved. She made me feel so calm and gave me all the back up plans she could think of (all while planning her own wedding during COVID). In the end she recommended someone else who was also amazing for our new date, and then edited those photos for us. I can’t imagine working with anyone else in the future, and can’t wait for her to capture our growing family over the years. 5 stars to this very sweet, loving lady!”
Jordan & T., 6 years ago
Carmen Santorelli Photography 
Carlsbad, CA
  • Fine art style

Carmen Santorelli is an destination fine art photographer based in Southern California and NYC. Her work has been published in many magazines such as Brides, Brides UK, C Weddings, Town & Country, Asian Bride, Cosmopolitan Bride, Utterly Engaged, the UK You & Your Wedding and is frequently featured online on such sites as 100 Layer Cake, Magnolia Rouge, Snippet & Ink, and many more including many international sites.

Fonyat Wedding Photographer 
Carlsbad, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

I’ve got to capture weddings in the most unique venues of my city, from beaches to ballrooms, and vineyards to fairways. During my career I’ve had the honor of working with remarkable, impressionable couples as well as top wedding professionals Today, I capture moments throughout the United States and around the world. With my passion for photography fueling me, I live to create vivid, beautiful images that tell stories of the people living within them. I use my home-based, world-cultured creativity to create breathtaking galleries of organic moments during once-in-a-lifetime occasions

Katherine Beth Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (80 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
“Katherine was the perfect choice for our wedding photographer! She arrived on time, was very friendly and has an approachable demeanor. I mentioned to her that I was expecting at the time of the wedding photoshoot which she took into much consideration by making sure we took breaks in-between and offered me water throughout the entire event. She was very patient with all of us and we fell in love with her work, we hope we get the chance of working with her for family photos in the future!”
Eleanor B., 2 years ago
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Maya Gray Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (48 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

I’m a people person. I’m observant, intuitive, and deeply inspired by real connection. I care about experiences, emotion, and the kind of moments that can’t be staged. I love photography because it’s storytelling in its purest form. It’s the ability to capture energy, emotion, and meaning in a split second. What drives me is creating images that go beyond aesthetics — photos that hold memory, movement, and feeling. For me, photography is about preserving what’s real, so you can return to it again and again.

“Maya exceeded every expectation. Her eye for detail, light, and emotion is truly exceptional. She captured our wedding day with such elegance and authenticity — every image feels intentional, refined, and full of feeling. Beyond her talent, Maya is professional, kind, and a joy to work with. Our gallery is timeless, emotional, and absolutely stunning. We would book her again in a heartbeat.”
Ekaterina, 9 months ago
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Jessica Paige Photo Co 
Rating: 5.0 (40 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $650
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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’s work is an absolute 100000/10. My husband and I found Jessica’s photography page at the beginning of our wedding planning process. Jessica continuously made herself available to share insight w/ us throughout the process that has always been exceptionally helpful. Jessica provided us with the most beautiful engagement photos. So of course our wedding photos were stunning!! Jessica truly took the most breathtaking and beautiful wedding photo! I can’t recommend Jessica enough! These photos will always bring me right back to these moments.”
Kyrha S., a year ago
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Dayanni Kihara Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (40 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Dayanni Kihara Photography is a husband-and-wife studio specializing in wedding photography and film. We tell your story the way it truly unfolds — the quiet glances, the happy tears, the moments you'll want to relive forever. What matters most is you. We always arrive well before the day begins, and never charge extra for it, because those early moments are when we get to know you, calm the nerves, and start feeling the day together. Based in San Diego, we photograph and film weddings throughout California, Nevada, Idaho, and Utah — wherever your love story takes you.

“I couldn’t be happier with our wedding photos and videos! The entire team did an absolutely incredible job capturing such a special day in our lives. Every time we look at the photos or watch the videos, we are able to relive all the emotions and beautiful moments of our wedding day. The photos are stunning, natural, and full of emotion, and the video tells the story of our day so beautifully. They captured not only the big moments, but also so many little details, expressions, and candid moments that mean so much to us. The photographer and the entire team were professional, kind, patient, and made us feel completely comfortable throughout the day. We are truly grateful for the care and dedication they put into preserving these memories for us. Choosing them was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. These photos and videos are something we will treasure for the rest of our lives. We highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented and trustworthy team to capture one of the most important days of their lives!”
Vanessa R., 2 months ago
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Katie Clare Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (38 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,875
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

I would love to connect more with you at katieclarephotos. com! I was raised in Northern California and 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 strive to visually capture the “spirit” of my subjects and record an emotional memory of the occasion.

Awarded Best of Zola
“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., a year ago
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Madison Wilson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (38 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA
  • Offer

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 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., a year ago
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Wishwell Inc. 
Rating: 4.9 (33 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA
  • Offer

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. Want an accurate price for your exact hours or add-ons? Try the live pricing calculator on our website for an instant, personalized quote.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Toby has done my daughter’s newborn photos and other Christmas time photos of our family. He always makes us feel so comfortable. Recently he did our family photos again and we tried a new venue - the beach. The outcome brought me to tears! I was so impressed with his ability to get our daughter’s personality and to capture the moments of love between us. It is truly endearing and memories we will cherish for a lifetime.”
Lindsey M., 2 years ago
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The California Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA
  • Offer

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
“I was worried I’d look awkward but the photos are stunning. They guided me in such a calm way. The video is even better than what I hoped for. My husband teared up watching it. The colors are so soft and dreamy. I truly adore it all.”
Claudel P., 10 months ago
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True Photography & Video 
Rating: 4.9 (28 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We had an excellent experience working with True Photography. Sarah was our photographer for our wedding day and did an amazing job. She was very professional and kind and helped guide us through photos with ease as we are not very photogenic. We received our photos back quickly and they are stunning! True photography also did my sisters wedding a few years ago and her pictures also came out stunning!”
Melissa And B., a year ago
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Kristen Vincent Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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
“Kristen is amazing at what she does. My husband and I are super awkward and hate photos and she made us feel so comfortable and at ease. Pictures were candid and so natural. 100% recommendation her!”
Danielle, 4 years ago
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PKA Photo & Video 
Rating: 4.9 (28 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We were thrilled with PKA Photography for our wedding photos. Kate, LaRon, and Mia were so friendly, accommodating, and professional throughout the whole process. Their communication style made us feel at ease on our big day. The quality of their work is simply stunning - they perfectly captured all the special moments and smallest details of our wedding with their artistic eye and skill. We are overjoyed with our wedding album and can't stop looking through the beautiful, vibrant photos that help us relive our special day. Thank you PKA Photography for preserving our memories so incredibly! Kate, LaRon, and Mia are truly talented and we'd highly recommend them to any couple looking for amazing wedding photography.”
Kathy, 2 years ago
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Replica Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA
  • Offer

I'm Mirjana, a San Diego photographer specializing in elopements, intimate weddings, and surprise proposals. I've photographed nearly 500 couples over the years, and I still love the part of photography that happens in between the “big moments” — the nervous laughs, the little looks, the hugs, and everything that makes a day feel like yours. I photograph throughout San Diego and Southern California, and I'm also available for Joshua Tree elopements and destination elopements throughout California. I’m here for couples who want beautiful photographs but don't want their entire day to feel like a photoshoot.

“We chose Replica Photography for our wedding and couldn't have been happier with that decision. From our first conversation, MJ was incredibly responsive and professional, making the entire planning process smooth and stress-free. On our wedding day, she helped us with posing while keeping the atmosphere light and fun—we found ourselves laughing throughout the shoot, which made everything feel natural. The photos turned out stunning, and we were blown away by how quickly she delivered the final images. Beyond being a fantastic photographer, she's also a genuinely wonderful person who made us feel comfortable and cared for. We're thrilled with the results and would absolutely recommend Replica Photography to any couple looking for someone who combines creativity, professionalism, and heart. I have hired MJ for numerous events after she did our intimate wedding because we loved her work so much.”
Shona B., 24 days ago
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The Brews Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Hailey and David Brew were AMAZING! They are so talented and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. It was very important to us that we hired photographers that made us feel comfortable while being photographed and could capture incredible photos. Hailey and David were perfect for the job! They were able to help us feel relaxed and were able to capture our true emotions in their photos. We LOVE the candid photos they captured of us from our wedding day! You need to hire The Brews Photography for your wedding day! They are simply the BEST”
Ashley E., a year ago
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SD Wedding Films & Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA
  • Offer

At SD Wedding Films, photography is about preserving more than how your wedding looked—it should bring you back to how it felt. Our photographers blend genuine candid moments with comfortable, natural direction, creating polished images without making the day feel like a production. From the quiet anticipation of getting ready through the energy of the reception, we thoughtfully document the people, emotions, and details that make your celebration entirely your own.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Gleimlight Photography & Productions was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication was prompt, clear, and they were easy to reach throughout the planning process. The quality of their work is truly exceptional - the photos and video they captured are absolutely beautiful and comprehensive, perfectly preserving every special moment of our wedding day. Christina and Jacob have an incredible eye for detail and elegance, and we received our full gallery so quickly after the event. We would highly recommend Gleimlight to any couple looking for a talented and professional photography and videography team to help document their special day. They did an amazing job for us and we are thrilled with the results!”
April M., a year ago
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Softlightstories.sd 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

I’m a wedding photographer based in Southern California, capturing natural, emotional, and unposed moments. My approach is calm and unobtrusive—I don’t over-direct or force stiff poses. Instead, I focus on genuine connection, movement, and the quiet moments that tell the true story of your day. Along with timeless photographs, I also create short highlight videos to complement your gallery. Now booking 2026 weddings, elopements, and engagement sessions across San Diego and Southern California.

“Absolutely amazing, I’m glad i got to work with Liubov for my wedding. Her communication was tremendous, very polite, easy to work with and her pictures came out amazing. I highly recommend. Thank you for all you did”
Daniel S., 5 months ago

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