Brittany Bender Photography

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Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $5,000

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $2,300

About Brittany Bender Photography

Brittany Bender Photography

Hello there! I’m Brittany, a San Diego based wedding and elopement photographer who loves to travel all over the globe! I’m just a human first who's a sucker for connection. I’m not here to stage manage your relationship or turn your day into a styled shoot...or worse, something fabricated to go viral on the ‘gram. Your real life is so, so much more important. I’m here to witness what’s already there and hold up a giant mirror to it. Whether you’re planning a cozy backyard wedding or a cliffside elopement just the two of you, my goal is to create a relaxed, welcoming space focused on the unique, ordinary details that make your connection yours. If that’s what you’re looking for, then I would truly love nothing more than to hear from you!

I started this business because I’m a total sentimental sap at heart who believes your love story deserves to be captured as honestly in your photos as it feels in your real life. The beautiful, ordinary, totally unique things that make up your connection together are what I'm focusing on every time I pick up my camera. My goal is always to create a fun, welcoming space where you can actually be yourselves and enjoy connecting together while we document this incredible chapter in your lives.

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Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Printing rights
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Digital rights
  • Online gallery
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images
  • Slideshow
  • Wedding album

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

15 reviews

  • RS

    Reyna S.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Nov 1, 2025

    Book Brittany - she's the best!

    Brittany absolutely succeeded all my expectations and brought my wedding photo dreams to LIFE! From the moment we connected, Brittany was very communicative, responsive, and provided feedback on all my thoughts and questions. She never made me feel like I was annoying her with a million questions. She helped me narrow down the location and figure out logistics, which was so helpful! Day of, she radiated the most warming, caring, and fun energy and personality! She was so easy to like and feel comfortable around - it truly felt like she was our friend. She was patient with us running a bit behind, but never made us feel like we were rushed. I also typically feel a bit uncomfortable in front of a camera, but Brittany made it feel all so natural and fun. Now to the pictures - they are EVERYTHING I DREAMED OF AND MORE! Absolutely stunning and breathtaking. During a planning meeting, I told Brittany that I wanted to be able to feel the emotions behind the photos, and that's exactly what she did! As I look back at photos, I'm instantly brought back to the moment and can feel the love shining through. I can't say enough good things about Brittany and her incredible skill set. I would 100% recommend her in a heartbeat. Brittany, thank you so so much!

  • CB

    Chelsea B.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 21, 2025

    Best photographer ever!

    From the very first email to the delivery of our final gallery, Brittany made the entire process feel effortless. She was responsive, organized, and genuinely excited for us, which made us feel so supported and cared for. Every step of the way, she communicated clearly and made sure we felt confident and comfortable. What stood out the most was how personal she made the experience. She remembered the little details we mentioned, checked in to see how we were doing, and made us feel like our wedding was just as important to her as it was to us. Those thoughtful touches made us feel extra special and truly valued as clients. During our session, Brittany was such a calming and encouraging presence. She guided us when we needed direction but also gave us space to be ourselves. We never felt awkward in front of the camera because she created an environment that was fun, natural, and full of genuine joy. I hope we get a chance to work with Brittany again someday, and I know that anyone else who does will absolutely love their photos like we do.

  • KM

    Katie and M.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Mar 31, 2025

    Thrilled with our engagement shoot!

    Brittany made our engagement shoot a blast, and so comfortable for us both — no small feat for two camera-shy and generally introverted people! We loved all her input on creative direction, wardrobe, and setting, and the end result was clearly better for it. Brittany couldn't be more pleasant or stress-free to work with. Best of all, we LOVE our photos, and how naturally they capture our love. Highly recommend!!

  • AB

    Alma B.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 16, 2024

    Highly Recommend!

    Brittany was amazing to work with from start to finish! We absolutely loved how our maternity photos turned out and I still tear up looking through them. As people who aren't super comfortable taking photos to begin with, this whole process was a bit out of our comfort zone, but Brittany made the experience super enjoyable, comfortable, and fun which we really appreciated! She got to know us as a couple and did not ask us to do any overly posed shots which we loved. Plus we got our full gallery within a couple weeks! Highly recommend booking with Brittany for your photo needs. She's a wonderful human and super talented!

  • M

    Monica

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Nov 19, 2023

    San Diego’s Best Photographer!!

    Brittany was amazing to work with from our very first interaction until receiving our full album; even afterwords she continued to help us by answering questions about which types of print to order for our home. We were really drawn to her candid style of photography and outgoing personality. From the first email she was genuine and personable, making us feel extremely comfortable and excited for the process. Brittany spent a great deal of time getting to know us and what we were really looking for from our wedding photos. When the day came, we both felt relaxed and ready to have fun. It felt like we had a close friend taking our photos and not some random person. I would highly recommend working with Brittany, we look forward to continuing to work with her for future family photos!

I do! Just let me know if your venue requires a certificate of liability, and I’ll send that over to them.
Absolutely! All final images will be high-res fully edited and uploaded into your private online gallery.
Typically, couples book me about 6-12 months before their wedding date. I encourage you to reach out as soon as possible about my availability, even if you’re planning on a shorter time frame.
Yes! A second photographer is included in full wedding packages and is available as an add on for elopement and micro wedding packages.
Sneak peeks arrive within 1 week of your wedding or elopement, and your full gallery will land in your inbox 6–8 weeks after the big day.
You can expect approximately 75 images per hour of photography coverage. This estimate varies depending on your wedding package, number of guests, details, and other factors.
It’s never happened, but I’ve got a solid plan in place just in case. If something serious and out of my control came up, I have a trusted network of fellow photographers who could step in for me. I’d make sure you’re in good hands, with someone I trust to care for your story the way I would.

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