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Top 10 wedding photographers in San Marcos, CA

Clients agree: these vendors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
LainScapes & Eddie Lain Photography

LainScapes & Eddie Lain Photography

5.0(2)
10+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Kathy H. says, "Eddie is super creative and the quality of his work is impeccable. Very talented photographer. " Read more
Desert Rose Photography

Desert Rose Photography

5.0(1)
18+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Jasmine A. says, "Amazing work, very responsive, competitive pricing. When above and beyond at our event. Would definitely recommend!" Read more
Desert Light Studio

Desert Light Studio

5.0Exceptional(8)
3 hires on Fash
13+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Jasmine S. says, "It was a nice experience working with Vanessa! She is proficient and patient, and the turn around period is super short. Thanks Vanessa" Read more
Jcckee Photography

Jcckee Photography

New on Fash
9+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
San Diego born and raised Freelance Photographer with over 10 years of experience. I am extremely passionate about making my clients visions come true along with my own personal photography. I was raised on film photography at the age of 7 and never gave up on pursuing this art form as my career. I have been freelancing for almost 2 years now full time utilizing my skills in many different types of photography. I work with several corporations in San Diego as well as travel around the country for photoshoots of all kinds. www.JacquelineCoronado.com Instagram: @jcckee LinkedIn: www.LinkedIn.com/in/jacqueline-coronado-736089116...
Elly Captures Moments

Elly Captures Moments

5.0Exceptional(18)
1 hire on Fash
4+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Cassandra says, "Our pictures came out beautiful. A pleasure to work with and very patient with my little ones. " Read more
Aurora Snaps

Aurora Snaps

5.0Exceptional(5)
4 hires on Fash
6+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Gilbert E. says, "She was fantastic and very kind. She helped us with anything we needed. I loved her for her energy and enthusiasm on the wedding day. She helped my wife and me on making sure we didn't mess up on the pictures. I am truly grateful and blessed for everything that she has done. I will be recommending her for my family and keeping her in my prayers." Read more
Pura Vida Media

Pura Vida Media

5.0(1)
Offers online services
3+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Huber says, "Just recently got our engagement pictures done by them and I came to love them more than any other photography session I’ve ever had. Karlie was so determined to help me find the perfect setting and was also so great at helping me with the poses, with great ideas!! Marcelo was so intelligent with the camera and drone and knew just what he was doing and knowing how to make it look better too. I’m so impressed by their talent. I would highly recommend a photography session with them! They would make any occasion look great!!! Great job. Y’all are great and I’m so happy with our pictures. ❤️ thank you so much for capturing such an amazing engagement photoshoot for us" Read more
LAdigitalPhoto

LAdigitalPhoto

5.0Exceptional(32)
2 hires on Fash
21+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Irma V. says, "We appreciate the time Cindy took to talk to us and grasp what we really wanted Her to capture … family portraits and close friends thank you LA DIGIITAL PHOTO for a night we will never forget …." Read more
Go2Pix

Go2Pix

5.0Exceptional(15)
Offers online services
2+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Pier M. says, "Beautiful bike trail, beautiful view, nice restaurant and awesome community of people. Also a miniature golf course there!" Read more
Pha Photography

Pha Photography

5.0(2)
3+ years in business
Serves San Marcos, CA
Cali T. says, "For the first time our family decided to take pictures. Our family had 15 people, Pha took his time to make sure everyone was included. He was professional but also listened to our ideas and incorporated them to the pictures. We were a big group and was scattered at times, due to Pha's calmness and keen eye for photography he was able to capture the peace within our family photos despite all that was going on. Thank you Pha for the memorable photos, photos of our family that will be passed down to generations to come. Even the kids all had a great time. Thanks again Pha." Read more

Your Wedding Photography questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Fash.

How much are wedding photographer prices near me?

Wedding photography costs $1,600 to $3,600 on average but often exceeds $4,000 in major cities. Wedding photography prices range from $700 to $10,000, depending on the package, add-ons, location, and number of photographers.

When to book your wedding photographer?

Book your wedding photographer as early as possible, ideally as soon as you choose a date and reserve a venue. The best photographers book events more than 12 months in advance, especially for weddings during the peak season.

What to expect from your wedding photographer?

Before the wedding day

  • Discussion of the photographic style and your needs and wants
  • Contract and initial payment to reserve the date
  • Reviewing the wedding day timeline to ensure you schedule enough time for key photos
  • Engagement photo shoot, if included
  • Rehearsal dinner coverage, if included

On your wedding day

  • Capturing key moments during the getting-ready process, ceremony, and reception
  • Traditional or posed photos of the wedding couple, bridal party, and family
  • Photos of candid moments throughout the event

After the wedding

  • Photo editing and retouching
  • Delivery of proofs, typically via a private online gallery
  • Assistance with photo selection and album design
  • Delivery of prints or an album, if included

How much should you tip a wedding photographer?

Tipping a wedding photographer is not required but is usually appreciated. Consider tipping $50 to $200 to express your gratitude if the photographer exceeds your expectations.

How much do wedding photographers make?

Wedding photographers make $40,000 to $60,000 per year on average, depending on their experience and location.

How do I find wedding photographers near me?

Start by searching our list of wedding photographers, then compare reviews and costs. After finding and contacting potential services:

  • Decide which photography style and aesthetic best suits your wedding.
  • Ask for referrals from friends, family, your wedding planner, the venue, and other wedding vendors.
  • Read their reviews on Fash and Google.
  • Choose a pro who specializes in wedding photography.
  • Interview your favorite photographers and discuss your ideas and vision.
  • Ask the photographer about their pre-wedding, wedding day, and post-wedding process.
  • Schedule an engagement photo shoot to allow you to work with the photographer before the wedding day.
  • Get a detailed contract in writing that breaks down everything included in your package, the payment plan, and the refund and cancellation policy.
  • Discuss the photo usage and printing rights to confirm how you and the photographer can use the images. Photographers typically retain the copyright to the images, giving them the right to use the photos for marketing and social media.
  • Beware of basing the decision solely on pricing. The photographer with the lowest price may lack experience or isn't as good as local competitors.

After asking questions and verifying their credentials, hire the photographer in your area.

What questions to ask wedding photographers?

Ask them the following questions when hiring a wedding photographer:

  • How would you describe your photography style and approach?
  • Can we see full galleries from a few recent weddings?
  • How many weddings have you photographed?
  • Do you have our wedding date available?
  • How far in advance do we need to book with you?
  • Have you ever shot a wedding at our venue before?
  • Do you have experience shooting weddings of a similar size and style as ours?
  • How much are your packages, and what do they include?
  • What add-ons are available? Can we customize a package to suit our needs?
  • How many hours do you work? How much do you charge if we go over that time?
  • Can we discuss unique shots we'd like?
  • How much extra do you charge for an engagement shoot or rehearsal dinner coverage?
  • Do you provide retouching, color adjustment, or other editing services? Do they cost extra?
  • How long after the wedding will we receive our finished photos?
  • How will the images be delivered – online, in print, or on a USB drive? If online, how long will the proofs be available for viewing?
  • Will we own the rights to the digital images?
  • Do you provide high-resolution digital files? Do they cost extra?
  • What size can we print the finished files?
  • Do you offer printed items or albums?
  • How can our family members and friends order prints?
  • Can other guests take photos while you work?
  • Do you work with an assistant or second shooter? Can I meet them before the wedding?
  • How many weddings do you photograph in a year?
  • Do you charge a travel fee? What does it cover?
  • How much do you require on deposit? What is your payment schedule?
  • What is your refund or cancellation policy?
  • Do you have liability insurance? What does it cover?
  • Do you carry backup photo equipment?
  • What happens if an emergency comes up and you can’t be present on our wedding day?
  • Will you be sharing our wedding photos on your website, social media, or other magazines or blogs?

Reviews for San Marcos wedding photographers

Recent success stories from people in the San Marcos area.
Bawky
Professional, easy to work with, good direction, and fun!
LainScapes & Eddie Lain Photography
Brigid F.
Vanessa is the best photographer ever! Easy to work with, reliable, captures the images fantastically. Highly recommended!!!!!
Desert Light Studio
Karissa
Love! She works well with kids and made our family photoshoot so fun! I also did my birthday pictures with her and she caught me poppin champagne! 🍾
Elly Captures Moments
Cindy T.
Julie did a great job on my graduation photos, would highly recommend and it was such a great and fun experience
Aurora Snaps
Tavonya G.
I absolutely love the outcome of the photos & loved the photographers they were very friendly & did an excellent job of letting us create our own moments with love & laughter. Highly recommend April 5, 2020
LAdigitalPhoto
Hendo S.
Efficient, professional, and consistent: these are the words I use to describe Courtney Henderson, owner of Hendo Studios. Thank you for allowing my team to utilize your studio
Go2Pix
Kathy D.
Pha is a wonderful man and truly a professional in his field. He was instantly able to put my husband and me at ease, and capture some captivating photographs, which I will treasure forever. He tried different angles and posts to make sure it turns out to be the best results. We were unlucky to choose a gloomy day to take photos (only free time that we had) but the photos were edited to be really bright and beautiful. I simply cannot recommend him enough!
Pha Photography
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