Photographers in San Francisco

“Phenomenal photography work. The photo shoot and selection process were both quick and easy. Exactly what I needed.“

“Working with Chloe Jackman was an absolute joy! The headshot session after my layoff was transformative, boosting my confidence for a new business venture. I came alive in the vibrant colors and lights of the studio, The second shoot, with my children, was equally fantastic. Diana captured our bond effortlessly, managed the chaos of squirrels distracting the dog, and my kids loved the experience.The studio staff, including Chloe, Lisa, Morgan, and Diana, were warm, open, and engaged, creating a comfortable yet professional atmosphere. If you're looking for a photographer who skillfully captures moments and understands clients' needs, Chloe Jackman Photography is the perfect choice. A five-star experience!“

“Eric was patient in capturing our photographs for our couple photo shoot . He was very professional , a dedicated photographer and a great person !! He is a very sweet and kind hearted person . I would definitely hire Eric for any of my future events and would recommend him to all my friends and family as well!!“

“We cannot express enough how grateful we are to have met and worked with David to capture the current chapter of our family story. Rarely have we worked with a photographer that we just immediately clicked with and felt so incredibly at ease with from start to finish. His warmth and genuine care extended not only to us but to our rambunctious fur babes, who he immediately won over and treated with such kindness and patience throughout the entire process.After experiencing his approach, it is no surprise that the photos David captured were absolutely beautiful. He has an incredible ability to bring so much personality and emotion into his photos. We so appreciated his attention to detail and the way he truly listened and got to know us in a way that he could then bring to life in these photos. They were beyond our expectations and perfectly captured the story of where we are now as a family, which we can look back on, smile, and fondly remember together.In addition to being a talented photographer, David is also an incredible craftsman and we worked with him to create a custom frame to capture one of our favorite photos from the day. As with the photos he listened intently, included us in the process from start to finish, and was able to craft something unique, personalized, and absolutely breathtaking. We love that the frame was customized with local wood from areas that have their own memories and meaning in our story. It is an incredible piece of art in itself, and we cannot thank him enough. Every time we look at it, it's like we're right back in that moment, feeling all the love and happiness.Thank you David for helping us capture this chapter!“

“If you're in need of a proposal photographer, look no further! Steven did an amazing job in helping me prepare for the big moment, the photography session was really fun, and we loved the photographs.After talking to Steven on the phone, I knew right away that he was the photographer I wanted to go with - I was rather stressed about planning everything but he put my fears to ease, was very easy to talk to, and struck a perfect balance of figuring out exactly what I wanted while at the same time offering his great wisdom and advice to steer me in the right direction on key details. Over several phone calls and emails exchanged, he helped me weigh different options (e.g. is golden hour really important? should he secretly photograph the big moment or "bump into each other" ahead of time), plan the little details (e.g. the exact location where it should happen, how the shot should be framed, etc), and come up with contingency plans (e.g. what if it rains? what if the area is too crowded?).The results speak for themselves - the proposal went great (she was totally surprised) and he captured the moment beautifully. Afterwards we spent additional time doing more posed "engagement" shots, which Steven expertly guided us through, and the resulting photographs looked natural, the framing and lighting were beautiful, and we couldn't wait to share them with our friends and family.“

“Valentina was professional, experience, and willing to give you enough freedom to make the experience memorable. I recommend.“

“I am very impressed with Kurty’s work and would definitely recommend him! I did a mini headshot session with Kurty and absolutely love how my photo came out. He made me smile and laugh throughout the shoot which was key to getting that perfect professional photo. I even received my retouched photo the same day. Highly recommend!“

“Highly recommend Vivo photography to any future newly weds! We just looked through our gallery & we are so happy with all the beautiful photos! It was great working with Fernando and he did an amazing job at capturing our special day! As we look through them we are literally reliving our wedding day! We are grateful that he did a great job at capturing these special moments because we will keep these photos forever & relive our wedding day through them, thanks again vivo photography ? ?“

“We worked with Hit Maker Films for our multi-day wedding spanning East Bay to Monterey, CA and we were very impressed and I would definitely work with them again. We chose them because of their unique combination of modern cinematography that comes through from their commercial work, with timeless, genuine romance. They are very saavy and real pros, and on your wedding day--they aren't there to play -- they are there to slay. Thank goodness they helped direct and pose us because it turns out we didn't really know what to do and everything would have looked really boring without them. Our film is very precious to us, and we are really grateful. Not only was the end product, the film awesome in style and storytelling, but working with them was very natural and pleasant. Timely communication throughout the whole year, and they came very prepared on our wedding day. They even saved the ceremony by tipping the officiant off to letting guests sit...thank goodness. After seeing how great our short film came out, I only wished that I budgeted for more (more hours/additional videographer, highlight reel, feature film...)...I want it all in the end!“

“We’ve worked with Ian for many years… from when we found out we were expecting to our kids’ annual birthday photos to our third child’s newborn photos just this year! Ian always knows how to get us all to laugh and capture those unexpected and sweet moments, he’s easy to work with, he’s flexible, he has great ideas, he’s punctual, and he’s kind! He makes the photo taking process so easy - from the beginning to the very end. When we need some new ideas for poses, Ian knows just what will work in the location or situation we’re in! He’s also patient with kids (especially my rambunctious kid, fussy toddler and wriggly newborn). He’s had many years of experience so he knows the ins and outs of different situations and keeps efficiency in mind but also having a good time and feeling comfortable during a shoot is important. Every time we get our photos from Ian, I cry! He captures the essence of us! If you’re looking for a San Francisco newborn photographer, he’s it! He also does maternity, family photos, proposals, weddings… he does it all! Thank you, Ian for capturing our family’s journey all these years! We love seeing our family grow through your pics and can’t wait for future shoots to come!“

“Samantha did such a great job with photos of me and my husband would enthusiastically recommend her to anyone looking to get really beautiful couples film photography!“

“An update after 10 years:Boris took our photo session for our 10 year anniversary. It was great to work with him, he has been very accommodating as we had some unexpected hiccups on our way to the city hall. My family took yearly photos, and the one with IQ Photo is one of the most relaxing, recharging, and fun sessions I've been to. Thank you for capturing the best moments of my life, and twice :)Original review:IQphoto team is gorgeous! Masha is extremely responsive in terms of coordination. Alex is so good at capturing the best moments from the best and unique angle. Thank You IQphoto for giving us gorgeous photos to remember and cherish this once-in-a-life-time event.“

“Sarah was fantastic to work with and perfectly captured the vibe I was looking for. She was efficient during the shoot and turned around the photos quickly. I highly recommend investing in the "not so corporate" head shots!“

“I was put in contact with Mike on short notice before our date however Mike came through 100%. He is very knowledgeable about shooting locations in and around City Hall. Photographs were expertly edited and delivered promptly. Finally, Mike and Lily are true professionals while also being easy going and very fun to work with.“

“Eddie shot headshots for me and they turned out amazing! He was so easy to work with and was great at coaching me on how to pose for the photos. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer! His newsletter with recommendations of things to do in San Francisco has been the best!! Thank you Eddie.“

“The team at IQvideography did a next level amazing job capturing our wedding. Not only did they capture the scenery, design, and moments with friends and family but they also managed to put together a video that so perfectly captured the feeling of that day. Your wedding day goes by in a flash and it has been such a joy having their film as a memory to cherish forever. We were able to relive sentimental and fun moments that we otherwise may not have remembered. Thank you IQ for your thoughtful and masterful work - you are brilliant at your craft and the production quality is superb. Look no further if you’re looking for a cinematographer!“

“Rebecca has been a great partner as our team headshots photographer. Found us a great spot, ran interference for us with the city, worked with our complex schedules, and most importantly delivered beautiful photos. Would strongly recommend!“

“If you're looking for an exceptional wedding videographer, look no further. Josh and his team captured our whole 14 hour wedding and didn't miss a beat! They made us feel comfortable and natural when recording us, which really showed through the videos Josh produced. We cried rewatching our videos and are so thankful to be able to relive that day. Trust in Josh and his storytelling process, you won't regret it!“

“We love our photos! They captured the humor and love at our small ceremony so well. Megan was easy to communicate with over email, and Joey, our photographer that day, was great at directing people on where to put their hands in awkward moments, when to open or close a jacket button, and so many helpful little touches that made the photos great.“

“Vee's photography for our wedding was nothing short of exceptional. Her meticulous attention to detail ensured every moment was captured beautifully. Vee's communication skills made working with her a breeze, understanding our vision effortlessly. From scouting various locations to her professionalism and organization, Vee made our day seamless and unforgettable. Highly recommend her services!“

“Strongly recommend! Printed passport pictures here and had an outstanding overall experience. The team is really friendly, patient, & helpful; the service is fast & high-quality; the prices are fair.Don’t waste your time or money at Walgreens / CVS - I got passport pictures there and they were rejected with my renewal application, even though they passed the “quality check software” or whatever at the store.“

“Oh my goodness, what can I say...Tumay is an absolute creative genius. She's so good at working with lighting and colors. My newborn family photoshoot went really well. She was really patient and was so very gentle with our baby. She has an eye for capturing candid moments with genuine and natural smiles and giggles. Her style is sophisticated and classy. I'm so happy and thrilled with the end result, we've already printed and framed our photos for display in our living room. We've also used the images for our annual Christmas card. I will definitely be inviting Tumay back for future photography. Highly recommended.“

“My wife and I were engaged in October of 2023 and were planning on doing a quick/cozy SF City Hall ceremony as quickly as possible, and one of the big questions we had was who we were going to get to take photos of the occasion. We browsed around and were fortunate enough to come across Lilia. She was one of the few photographers that we encountered who offered to do a phone consultation, and honestly that was the difference maker in our selection process. Lilia was sweet, funny, and very informative about what we could expect. The day of, she met with us before the ceremony to help us figure out where to go and what to expect which was very helpful. But let's get into the photography! We haven't seen all of the photos yet, but the previews she sent us were amazing. She somehow made me look good in pictures which is a miracle in itself! Sometimes when she's directing you for poses it feels a little odd, but trust her as there's a method to her madness. The photos turned out fantastic! We feel so blessed to have Lilia be a part of our special day and are excited to see the finished product when it is ready. There's a good reason Lilia has overwhelmingly positive reviews. She's legit. Have a consultation with her and you'll likely have the same experience that we did. She's simply awesome.“

“I cannot say enough good things about Larissa. She was one of the absolute best decisions I made regarding our wedding. I was just looking for a few “money shots” of our wedding, you know, the photos you frame and hopefully end up on your grandkids wall one day. We have only gotten our “preview shots” back and she also already delivered SO much more than that. She managed to capture so many of the emotional moments of our big day but was never intrusive. She just somehow knows exactly where to be when to get the best photos. Also, my husband and I both usually feel a little awkward in front of the camera, but Larissa completely put us at ease. She was just fun to hang out with on our wedding day and all of that “awkwardness” melts away in the photos. Larissa is creative and artistic but also professional and organized. I trusted her completely the day of our wedding to make sure we stayed on our timeline and got all the photos we wanted (which was a big list!) She really understands weddings in general but also took the time to understand our wedding and us. She doesn't do many weddings a year, and so it really is a personalized experience. When everything is over, your photos are one of the only things you have to remember your wedding by. Looking at Larissa’s photos reminds me of all the joy of that magical day. She is absolutely an investment worth making. Honestly, my one regret is not finding room in my budget for her to photograph our other wedding events! Even after reading all her glowing reviews, if you are on the fence about hiring her, just follow her on Instagram. You'll see that wedding after wedding she makes magic.(Hopefully obvious, but Photo Credit: Larissa Cleveland Photography)“

“Similar to other reviewers here, I'd give Nadya 6+ stars if I could. From the very beginning to the end she was super responsive, detailed, and gave such valuable tips and information. During the session she made us all feel comfortable (and with 4 little kids that's a true feat)!!! She was patient and friendly with the kids, talked to them and made them feel at ease with her. She truly captured all of our best moments, was able to get all of the pictures I asked her for and she was able to do so in record time (again, with 4 kids that's incredible). She directed us in a way that helped prompt real emotions and she was able to capture the best ones in between.My 4 year old was not in the best mood and I was worried she wouldn't get any good pictures--but she exceeded my expectations!! I would 10000% recommend Nadya for all of your photography needs!“