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4.9 (47 reviews)
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Audrey R.

I got married three months and I'm still looking at my pictures Melissa took almost on a daily basis I don't even know where to begin on this review. Melissa knew exactly what she was doing and delivered such stunning pictures. There is not one picture that my husband and I don't like! Aside from her pro photography skills she is so sweet she even drove us to city hall to shoot some more pictures in her car. I can honestly say that the best part of our special day was our photoshoot that Melissa made so special. If I could get married every year I would just to have another fab photoshoot with gorgeous pictures! Now that I found a photographer whose style I love, I plan to use her for future events and special occasions

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K C.

We had a great experience with family photos taken by Melisa in San Francisco. She managed to get our toddler looking adorable despite him being very active. We are very pleased with the results and plan to book future sessions with them.

Kenny D.

Melisa and Laif are the absolute best. They're extremely talented, very flexible and easy going, and wonderfully friendly. Beyond what we expected! This was more than a "transaction" - they brought genuine joy and excitement to our special day. We feel like we made two new friends. More things we loved about Melisa and Laif: - They were very methodical in getting us the best shots - They sacrificed their seating so our families could be comfortable (we were on a boat) - Donated 2x the number of hours than contracted - Exceptionally patient - Melisa did my wife's hair perfectly (for the nice windblown shots) Highly recommended!!

Ally D.

Melisa and Laif are the best Wedding photo/video team ever! My husband and I selected Melisa and Laif to capture our Redwoods wedding in September. Both of them are creative, kind, and fun to work with. Our requirements for the photos and video were to capture a fantasy/ natural feeling and both nailed it! Both are well versed on the tricks to make you look your best and feel natural. Melisa and Laif visited our ceremony site and reception multiple times prior to the event to get a feel for the location. Beyond their extensive prep they have the ability to find great spur of the moment ideas for photos. They convinced us to take photos in a creek that came out as magic! Melisa is an expert photographer, which is immediately apparent in her ability to select and edit photos with quick turnaround time. Her time management skills were on point all day. I am amazed how many photos she took despite our wedding party being 30-45 min behind. Laif knows how to elevate video with the right shots, speed, and music. Viewing our video is like watching a movie trailer. The drone footage is quite impressive. You won't find a videographer like him anywhere else. I cannot recommend them enough for capturing your beloved memories!

Alyssa L.

Melisa, Laif, and their team are wonderful to work with! We hired them back in 2020 before the pandemic started, and had to postpone several times. But with each postponement, I knew I wanted to keep Blue Note in our vendor team! They are true artists, so kind and lovely to work with, and extremely responsive. When our wedding day finally arrived in June of 2022, they did an outstanding job. They were quick and efficient and it made the whole day feel calm and fun, rather than chaotic. Melisa has an amazing eye and gave us great direction when we were taking portraits. I can't wait to work with Melisa again for Christmas Card shots, you name it! The album she put together for us is outstanding and something we'll treasure for the rest of our lives. I can't say enough good things about Blue Note. If you're looking for a photography team, do not hesitate, just hire Blue Note and you won't regret it!

Sheila B.

Melisa and Laif truly went above and beyond to make our wedding day spectacular (8/24/2019)! Melisa captured every moment with her extraordinary photography skills and Laif created the most perfect video of our special day. We had our ceremony at the UC Berkeley Botanical Garden (Redwood Grove) and our reception at the Fairmont Hotel in Berkeley, California. Melisa and Laif made sure to capture all the "stunning" shots by having us travel the world of the Botanical Gardens and included incredible photos of the glorious Redwood grove. We then headed to the Fairmont where we posed with family and had some fun shots taken of the Rolls Royce before going to the reception. Even during the reception, Melisa and Laif grabbed us so we can include some golden hour shots in front of the hotel (mind you they were both there when we were getting ready at the hotel that morning!) We greatly appreciate the videos sent by Laif of all the speeches and have replayed them several times all ready. Additionally, Melisa came back the following day to continue taking outstanding shots of our Persian ceremony! Melisa and Laif make an excellent team! We are extremely happy our wedding planner (Mandy Scott) recommended them and hope you'd consider them too! Thanks again to you both! You are exceptionally talented and fun/easy to work with- we will be reaching out soon for more occasions to come!

Tim H.

My fiance and I hired Melisa and Laif to shoot our engagement photos in San Francisco and we're completely blown away! First off they are super friendly and professional; they accommodated our date request WAY in advance and made it easy to meet them on location. They were extremely helpful making sure we got the shots we wanted and even came up with good off-the-cuff ideas. Melisa is extremely creative and shared ideas for shots before we met up. She also made it super easy to get the photos with and easy download link. These guys have the eye and attention to detail that you're looking for to make your special day exactly what it should be. We will also be using them for our wedding next year!

Blue Note Weddings was amazing to work with and took this breathtaking photo after our May ceremony inside San Francisco City Hall.
Phuong N.

I thoroughly enjoyed working with Melisa and Laif. They are very professional, accommodating, organized and did a beautiful job on photography for our SF City Hall wedding and our dinner reception. As an icing on top of the cake, they had our photos ready to review in a week! Melisa also did my hair and make-up as well and I couldn't be more pleased!

Absolutely amazing!!! I cannot say enough good things about . A review of how amazing and talented she is requires a bit of background so bear with me: My now husband and I got engaged during the pandemic when there was still a lot of uncertainty so we delayed planning our wedding. We eventually decided to elope. We reached out to Melisa and from the jump, I knew that we just had to work with her. She was professional, responsive and eager to work with us. She listened to our ideas, gave us her input, and even recommended other vendors (and this was all just within our first phone call). As our wedding day approached, Melisa remained available and responsive, answering all of my emails and questions on a timely basis. Then, less than two weeks before our planned wedding day, our indoor ceremony was no longer a possibility. We immediately reached out to Melisa and she immediately helped us think of a plan B and even helped us with planning it. Plan B required moving around the time of our ceremony and Melisa was incredibly accommodating and flexible with us. So now on to the wedding day. My husband and I spent basically all day with Melisa as we drove us around San Francisco to get all of the shots we had envisioned. She was incredibly fun, down to earth, and high energy. She made us feel comfortable and natural while taking photos. On top of all of that, Melisa is incredibly talented. I would have given her a five-star review just based on our in-person experience alone. But when I saw our previews (which by the way she sent just a few hours after shooting) and then our pictures, I was stunned!!!! I could not believe that photos of my husband and I just being ourselves could look so amazing. She has an incredibly artistic eye. We are absolutely obsessed with Melisa's work and with her, period. I would highly recommend hiring her to photograph your wedding, elopement, engagement, anything and everything. She is amazing and so so so talented. I am so thankful that we were able to work with her.

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JG Boudoir

(27 reviews)

I had long promised my husband that I would do a boudoir photo session. I researched many…read morephotographers and luckily, I came upon Jason Guy's photographs. I knew within minutes that he was the one I wanted to work with. I loved all the lighting and photo compositions in his gallery. His attention to ALL details is unparalleled! If you have any doubts in your mind about working with Jason, let me save you time, and say unequivocally DO IT! From our first phone call discussing details about location and the photo shoot, he answered my questions and asked for my input and what I wanted to see. Jason is a consummate professional and I urge you to read his guidance emails about what appointments to make the week of (waxing, manicures etc) and then what lingerie suits your body type. For me this was invaluable advice since I was at a loss what would accentuate my figure, but with Jason's guide I found great corsets and bodysuits that I loved wearing! I cannot neglect mentioning Ducky who Jason works exclusively with for makeup and hair. She did an amazing job! Then during the photo session, seriously listen to everything Jason tells you do. Just smile and enjoy the experience! Jason will help you pose and create the most beautiful and memorable photos of you. I'm still in awe viewing the photos from that day. Thank you so much Jason!

I can't recommend JG Boudoir enough…read more When I first found Jason's work, I was completely drawn in -- every image he posted radiated confidence, beauty, and a kind of self-assurance I didn't think I had. I admired the women in his photos but truly never imagined I could be one of them. After sitting on it for a while, I finally booked a session. From the very first consultation, Jason made me feel completely comfortable and supported. He walked me through every step -- from prepping, to posing, to coaching me through expressions -- all while making sure I felt empowered the entire time. His makeup artist, Ducky was incredible, helping me feel my absolute best before stepping in front of the camera. But the real magic happened after the first few shots -- when Jason turned the camera around and showed me the photos. I genuinely couldn't believe what I was seeing. It was me -- but through a lens I had never seen myself through before. I felt proud. I felt compassion for myself. And I walked away from that session forever changed. Since then, my entire relationship with my body and self-image has shifted. What Jason creates is so much more than photos -- it's an experience that allows you to finally see yourself the way others see you. If you've ever even thought about doing a boudoir session, I encourage you to book with Jason. You deserve to see yourself this way.

Artseed Weddings & Events - Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. Wedding at the Dahlia gardens.

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I used Artseed for wedding photography. Robert was easy to work with as we planned the wedding,…read moreand he was an unobtrusive presence at the wedding. And the pictures were really beautiful -- journalistic yet lovely. We had some difficulties afterwards in putting the album together. My husband and I got really busy, had a baby, had another baby, etc. We were very slow in selecting our pictures. But we also found that sometimes it was difficult to get in touch with Robert about the album. At other times, we found him very responsive, and he upgraded our album for free because of the difficulty we'd had in reaching him. At the end of the day, I have a beautiful album with beautiful pictures. I think that if you stay on top of your album and select your pictures quickly, you'll have a great experience.

Having an illustrated wedding contract was on my wishlist ever since we began planning our Big Day…read more In the chaos of wedding planning, this detail got lost in the mix and we failed to commission one; suddenly there was less than 2 weeks to go before our wedding. Unable to let go of the idea, but knowing what joy it would bring to have this momento, I remembered seeing the amazing work of Eva-Lena Rehnmarkon her website. With high hopes, but expecting her to tell me that it was too late to commission this work, I called her. Within the day, she called me back to discuss details and establish whether or not enough time was allotted. We were so excited that she fit us in to her busy schedule- working with us in our budget and tight time crunch. She was fabulous to communicate with- she listened very carefully to what our vision was for the contract, she offered a variety of options, built on our vision with wonderful, personalized ideas, and was in consistent contact throughout the process. Eva-Lena quickly sent us sketches of the proposed illustrated wedding contract and was very open to our feedback regarding color schemes and additional details we desired. When she sent the final image of the contract, we were blown away by its beauty. With only a couple days to go before our destination wedding, Eva-Lena expedited the shipping of the contract, sending it to our wedding planner with days to go before our Big Day. When we saw the contract in person on the day of our wedding, we were overjoyed- it is even more beautiful in person! It truly captures the beauty, magic, and love that we experienced on our wedding day and reminds us daily of the vows we made to one another, blessed by those with whom we celebrated; especially our mothers who had signed the contract with us. Thanks to Eva-Lena, we have this beautiful keepsake and a very personal art piece. Thank you, Eva-Lena!!!

A Girl and A Camera Photography

A Girl and A Camera Photography

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My wife and I got married this past December, and we couldn't be happier with our wedding…read morephotographer, Jennifer Michelson / A Girl and a Camera. I actually found Jennifer after searching online for photographers in San Francisco and her work immediately stood out. Her style felt fresh and unconventional -- more documentary and journalistic than traditional -- and I especially loved her use of black and white photography, which was a big reason we chose her. The day started at our hotel, where she jumped between our separate rooms to capture my wife and me getting ready. Before she had even gotten to our rooms, she had already scouted the perfect location for our first look. The moment was absolutely incredible, and she handled everything; we didn't have to do a thing but follow her lead. That professional confidence continued at City Hall. She has a masterful familiarity with the building. She took full control of the shoot, guiding us as she told us exactly where to stand, how to pose, and where to move next so we could just relax and enjoy the moment. As a photographer myself, I really appreciated her confidence and professionalism. All we had to do was follow instructions and be present. She knows San Francisco City Hall inside and out -- the lighting, the angles, the timing, and the key locations that truly matter -- every shot felt deliberate and it showed. The technical skill here is top-notch-- the compositions were beautiful, the balance of each frame was spot-on, and her gorgeous color grading. We received around 300 images, and the quality is so consistent that I plan to print every last one of them in large format to ensure we have a permanent physical archive. When we received the final package, we were so touched -- she sent our photos on a beautiful USB drive along with printed images, some sweets, and other thoughtful details. It was the perfect finishing touch to a genuinely wonderful experience. If you're getting married at City Hall -- or anywhere in San Francisco -- Jennifer Michelson / A Girl and a Camera is exceptional. Thank you Jennifer! Laura and Junior.

We couldn't be happier with the photos from our wedding day and A Girl and A Camera Photography!…read moreFrom start to finish, Jennifer and her team were an absolute pleasure to work with. They were professional, attentive, and so easy to have around on such an important day. What we absolutely loved was Jennifer's eye for the little moments. Beyond the portraits and formal shots, she captured the quiet glances, the spontaneous laughter, and all the small details that made our wedding day feel like ours. We can't recommend Jennifer highly enough!

Anna Hogan Photography - Tears of joy at San Francisco City Hall

Anna Hogan Photography

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Looking for a wedding photographer?? Look no further, and just contact Anna!…read more We absolutely loved all the photos that she captured for our special day at The Gardens at Heather Farm. She was easy going and kept the photography process simple and fun. She worked with our tight schedule without any stress, even when some things didn't go according to plan (ie. people not showing up at the right spot/time). We truly appreciated how prepared and creative she was, knowing what photos to take and where to take them. And whenever there was a random group photo being taken by a cell phone, she would magically appear and take an even better photo for us. Amazing! We will definitely reach out to her if we ever need photography services again. Thank you so much, Anna!

If I could give Anna more than 5 stars I would because she deserves it!…read more We worked with Anna to do our engagement photos and for the day of our wedding. For the engagement photos, this was back in November 2023. She was already there when we arrived. Zach and I both felt so awkward and nervous since this was our first photo shoot, but Anna worked her magic and did her best to help us relax for the entire session. She's also a dog person so I was overjoyed that our dog was able to join us in these photos. After we saw the amazing engagement photos, I knew I had to secure her for our wedding day. Her response time is great as well; she will let you know when she is out of town and how long/when to expect a response from her. Our wedding was in mid-July 2024. Anna was there early again to scope out the wedding venue and checked in with both Zach and I the entire event. When I was having trouble walking in my dress, she was quick on her feet to help me. We had a long list of photos we wanted with family and she was able to organize everyone in a timely fashion. We only saw a snippet of the wedding photos, but I already know that the rest will turn out wonderfully. Anna is super friendly, approachable and such a sweet and kind person. She has a professional demeanor that is also very open, honest and fun. Working with her both times has been a wonderful experience. I highly recommend Anna for anyone that wants their special moments captured. I look forward to working with her in possible future photo shoots :) Thank you so much Anna! You are amazing!!

A Tale Ahead Photography - Surprise proposal at the SF Botanical Gardens Moon Viewing Pool

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David and Annie at Ataleahead were wonderful to work with for our engagement photos. They were…read moreincredibly responsive throughout the whole process, which made a huge difference since I was coordinating with a lot of different vendors for the proposal. They made everything feel easy, were great to work with, and captured the moment beautifully. We're so grateful for their professionalism and for documenting such a special day so well.

My husband and I were so fortunate to work with Annie & David for our engagement photoshoot and…read morewedding. They were the first vendor we booked after securing our venue, so we got to know them over the course of the year leading up to our wedding in August 2025. After coming across their photos when researching different potential photographers that had experience at our venue, we were very interested in meeting them. We had an initial video call with them and knew immediately that we wanted to book them for such a critical part of our wedding journey. There aren't enough words to describe how skilled and professional they are--they are amazing photographers (individually and as a duo) and clearly love what they do. Our proposal photoshoot was the only prior experience we had in terms of taking professional photos as a couple. We met them in person for the first time at our engagement photoshoot--they immediately made us feel comfortable and were seriously thoughtful about the entire process, whether it was the location choices, minute-by-minute weather changes/forecast, outfit changes, etc. It really feels like they plan for everything and care about the little details. When we asked them about another vendor they would potentially work with on the day of our wedding, they even referenced notes they made when they had worked with them for a prior wedding. Throughout the whole process, they were prompt communicators (frequently responding to an email within minutes!) and guided us with experience and patience that we really appreciated. Whenever we had something to discuss with them (including choices we needed to make as a couple), they never hesitated to give us suggestions and feedback. Even if they offered an alternative suggestion to an idea of ours, it always felt like they genuinely cared and they wanted what we wanted, and it never felt like criticism. We received our wedding photos just about 2 months after our wedding, and we love every single one of them (all 667)! They are truly the best photographers to work with and just lovely people to be around. We definitely plan to keep in touch with them for future photoshoots! :) TL;DR: You should have booked A Tale Ahead Photography yesterday!!

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Kathryn White Photography

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Kate is an amazing photographer and human being. She is calm, organized, friendly, and…read moreprofessional, a combination that is much appreciated. Leading up to our big day, she was responsive and easy to work with, helping us plan our schedule and logistics. On the day of she was flexible when needed (a trait that was especially helpful during a wedding as things often need to shift last minute). She also works with heart and you can tell it is meaningful to her to capture your relationship and special moments (not just go through the motions of taking photos). My husband and I cannot recommend Kate enough! We are so happy to have found her and will definitely be using her to capture our future special moments!

Kate is the best! She was our photographer for our October wedding at the beach and we can't say…read moreenough good things about her! When looking for photographers we were looking for someone who was going to capture the best moments and photos, but also let us keep looking like ourselves - her photos are timeless and classic. She really listened to us about our nerves around being photographed and helped us be more comfortable in front of the camera and she also listened to what kind of photos we love and were looking for. She is also CRAZY fast and effective, especially through portraits. We were able to enjoy a lot of our cocktail hour because she was so efficient! Personally, Kate is super sweet and really caring, and we loved spending time with her. We felt understood, supported and celebrated! We can't thank her enough!

Blue Note Weddings - eventphotography - Updated May 2026

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