The Best Wedding Photographers in Carlsbad, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Carlsbad, CA

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Original Weddings Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so happy we went with Sound Originals for our wedding photos! Gabriella the planning specialist, was SO helpful with our wedding day timeline and communicated everything promptly and informatively. The client portal is also very helpful for planning the timeline, updating info/details, asking questions, and viewing our finished photos. Our photographer, Mike, was a blast to work with and we highly recommend him for those in the Chicago area. He was assigned to us about 2 weeks before the big day (due to a conflict with the photographer we were originally assigned) and he made sure to reach out to me right away so he could get to know us and get caught up on our timeline and details. His fun, goofy personality kept us at ease throughout the day, he did a great job wrangling the bridal party, and helping with poses so we felt comfortable having our photos taken all day. He was also super efficient with our group photos and sunset photos- we actually had time to sit down and eat dinner! We are in love with our wedding photos and 100% recommend Sound Originals (and MIKE)!
Cassidy H., a year ago
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Indigo West 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

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

We enjoyed the overall experience with Indigo West from the start. He understood our preference for mostly candid photography and he did mostly that, leaving us plenty of time to mingle with guests. The photos he did direct we also loved it was nice he kept that quick, which made it very easy for us! Very happy with this vendor!
George, 6 months ago
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ZAYA PHOTOGRAPHY 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Meet with your Photographer. "The most important thing for me is to create a feeling with my bride and groom, in order to have the best approach on the D-day, and to respect a professionalism, a dress-code, or a planning while keeping the pleasure of capturing these unique moments for my clients."

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I'm so excited to share my experience with photographer Oleg, and don't know where to start. My fiancé and I spent so much time on the research in order to find the best team, and best quality product, and Zaya was absolutely the right decision, besides they have exceed all the expectations we had. They managed to take all the beautiful moments (even those that I forgot) and the pictures editing was sooo perfect. Since we didn't have enough time on preparation (month only), we couldn't meet with them in advance to discuss what exactly we were looking for, but let me tell you, the real professionals do not need any guidance. The whole team are such perfectionists, and all the services they provide are for 100%. I highly recommend Oleg’s Zaya to anyone who is looking for their moments to be captured by real professionals.
Alisia, a year ago
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Black Hat Studio 

5.0

  • 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.

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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., 3 months ago
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Carlsbad Photo 

5.0

  • 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.

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When it came to our Halloween wedding, the road was filled with unexpected hiccups and stress. However, we were incredibly fortunate to have found Irina, our remarkable wedding photographer. From the very beginning, Irina's presence and talent helped us navigate the challenges and find moments of joy amidst the chaos. Her warm and calming demeanor made us feel at ease, allowing us to relax and embrace the magic of our wedding day. Beyond her talent, Irina's genuine care and dedication were evident in every interaction. She went above and beyond to ensure that our experience was stress-free, guiding us through the process with kindness and reassurance. We wholeheartedly recommend Irina as a wedding photographer. Irina, we are forever grateful for your presence and the remarkable photographs that now serve as timeless reminders of our Halloween fairytale. Thank you for turning our hiccups into moments of magic and creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Jordan, 2 years ago
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South of Indigo Photography 

5.0

Carlsbad, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000

Documentary style luxury wedding photographer offering digital, 35 and 120 film, and vintage Super 8 videography based in Southern California. Really big fan of my dog, fiancé, girly dinner parties, NYC lights, and walks around stunning cities and cobblestone streets. I have traveled extensively throughout my career and passport ready to be a part of your love story near or far.

Awarded Best of Zola
She is one of the kindest hearts to work with. She made it so easy for me and my fiancé to frolic around the beach in the cold and be so comfortable in front of the camera. She is very talented and I am in love with my photos. She was super quick for editing and sent me different colors (black& white or colored) and her editing is beautiful! I cannot wait for her to be my photographer for my wedding.
Brooke R., 2 years ago
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My Sun And Stars Co. 

5.0

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.

Working with Megan and her husband for our engagement session was such a lovely experience. It was our first time being professionally photographed ever and we were expecting to feel super awkward. But it turned out to be a perfectly tolerable and even enjoyable few hours. We were given enough instruction to help some poses look better, but not so much that we couldn’t feel comfortable to be ourselves or settle into what felt natural — especially since most of the session was in our home. We were given a few Polaroid sneak pics on the day of that’ll attach. Megan has a great eye for detail and we can’t wait to work together again at our wedding!
Shelby M., 2 months ago
Amira Gray Photography 

5.0

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, 2 years ago
Justin Jay Photographer 

5.0

Carlsbad, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

Hello, I'm Justin. I happen to think that photography is one of the most cherishing, wonderful, and enjoyable things. It should be filled with love and creativity that one will never forget. I'm a believer in revealing your smiles, having a great time and most of all photos that will encapsulate everything about who you are for years to come!

Justin was so wonderful to work with. With Justin's excellent work my husband and I can revisit the best moments of our wedding day. His kindness and charisma brought on out the most genuine of smiles and made for such fun. His passion for photography and professionalism are both wonderfully evident in his product. My husband and I cannot thank him enough!
Kristina + M., 2 years ago
Ashgabes Photography 

5.0

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., 5 years ago
Marie Monforte Photography 
  • 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!

Pretty Branch Photo Video 
Carlsbad, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500

Together we live on a "Pretty Branch" by a lagoon in southern California, with our two dogs Indy & Cowboy. Our wings fly us around to epic locations where we capture lovebirds in their natural habitat, adventure. Where will you meet us for your RAD photo & video shoot!? Our lead photographer Matt was classically trained at the Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara. When Lori met Matt in Hollywood in 2013 she fell in love with his world of music videos & movies. Matt brings 20+ years of photography & video experience to the pair. He is also our go-to tech guru on everything from drones to building custom computers & camera rigs.

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PKA Photo & Video 

5.0

  • 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.

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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, a year ago
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Katherine Beth Photography 

5.0

  • 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!

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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., 6 months ago
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True Photography & Video 

4.7

  • 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.

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True Photography & Video was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding! From the moment we booked them, Jen and Erin were incredibly friendly, punctual, and detail-oriented. Their communication was top-notch, and they made us feel so comfortable and confident throughout the entire process - from our magical engagement shoot at Balboa Park to the perfect, mind-blowing photos they captured on our unforgettable wedding day. The quality of their work is simply magical, and we couldn't be happier with the final product. True Photography & Video will forever hold a special place in our hearts, and we will absolutely refer them to every couple we know. Thank you again for such a wonderful experience - we "True-ly" couldn't have asked for more!
Scott W., 10 months ago
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The California Studio 

5.0

  • 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.

The day went by in a blur, but thanks to our photographers and videographers, we can relive it anytime we want. They didn’t just document events, they captured the atmosphere, the love, and the laughter. The editing was modern yet timeless so the footage will never feel dated. Every time we open the album it feels like stepping back into that perfect day.
Hannah K., a month ago
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Emily Morgan Photos, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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., 2 months ago
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Toby Ogden Photography & Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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. From the moment I meet my clients, I want to know as much as I can. Getting closer to a client really transcends into the photographs I am taking of them and their special day.

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Toby Ogden Photography & Film was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From our very first interaction, Toby was prompt, polite and clear in his communication, putting us at ease right away. The quality of his work is simply stunning - the photo quality is unreal, and he has such a creative and expert eye for capturing all the little moments that made our day so special. Toby knew exactly how to guide us through the process without any awkward or forced photos. I was so impressed with him that I would use Toby for any special event in the future. He truly helped make our wedding day even more perfect than we could have imagined.
Lindsay H., 4 months ago
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Khoa Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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, a month ago
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The Brews Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,450
  • 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.

There are truly just not enough words for how grateful we are for Hailey and David. We spent a long time trying to find the perfect wedding photographer and the minute we spoke to Hailey on the phone we knew we had found the one with The Brews Photography. Hailey made the whole process from start to finish easy. She was always available to respond to emails, phone calls, and answer any questions. We are beyond happy with how beautiful our engagement and wedding photos turned out! Just the overall experience was perfect and truly exceptional. Hailey and David are fun to be around and make you feel really comfortable in front of the camera. There was no awkward moments when taking photos with them. We got our entire wedding album edited and delivered on time. We will be cherishing our wedding photos for the rest of our lives!!!
Alison T., 3 months ago
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Enlightened Scorpio Studio 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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

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

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., a year ago
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Darling Darlene Photography 

4.7

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Hi, my name is Daniela Darlene! I'm a new mom, and I'm married to the best hubby out there 💛 I've been photographing weddings for a few years now. By each passing year, I fall more in love with them! Can't wait to meet ya!

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We are so grateful that we had Daniela with us throughout our whole engagement/wedding activities. It was our first time ever having professional photos of us taken and Daniela made us feel so comfortable right from the start. She was super easy to communicate with throughout the entire process and made sure to capture memories that we’ll be able to look back on forever. It’s no joke that she DELIVERS in the quality of her work. We could not stop looking at all the photos from our engagement session and wedding! I seriously have no complaints and mean it when I say I highly HIGHLY recommend Darling Darlene Photography!
April, 3 years ago
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Kayla.Ash Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA
  • Offer

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

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Kayla 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., a year ago
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Allen Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA
  • Offer

Your wedding photos should feel elevated but never stiff. My style is loose editorial, a mix of guided posing and organic moments that feel real. I am Heather, owner of Allen Photo, and I photograph weddings around the world. I believe every couple deserves to feel celebrated, comfortable, and confident in front of the camera. As part of the LGBTQIA+ community, I create a safe and inclusive space for you to be fully yourself.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the pleasure of working alongside Allen as the photographer for one of my weddings, and I couldn’t be more impressed. From start to finish, Allen was professional, attentive, and a true team player. She captured every detail beautifully while remaining unobtrusive, allowing the couple and guests to feel completely at ease. Her eye for special moments and her creative approach brought the day to life in a way that exceeded everyone’s expectations. As a wedding planner, it’s a joy to collaborate with vendors who not only deliver exceptional work but also make the day smoother for everyone involved. Allen is absolutely one of those people, and I look forward to working with her again!
Judy W., 19 days ago
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Katie Clare Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,875
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA
  • Offer

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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From the moment we first reached out to Katie Clare Photography, we were impressed by their prompt, friendly, and personalized communication style. On the day of our wedding, Katie and her team were incredibly organized and talented, seamlessly capturing all the special moments without ever being intrusive. During our engagement shoot, Katie made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera, which translated to beautiful, natural-looking photos. And on our wedding day, she was able to get all the perfect shots without ever being in the way. We are thrilled with the final photos and would highly recommend Katie Clare Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience!!
Danielle, 4 days ago
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Kristen Vincent Photography 

4.9

  • 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.

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Kristen was a dream to work with from start to finish. Our engagement shoot was fun and playful to start, then ended with some steamy sunset photos in the water. Our wedding day was just as perfect! Kristen is attentive and worked great with our planner and timeline. Our guests said she was so kind and playful. Truly the BEST investment!
Sarah J., 2 years ago

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