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Our Oakland photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Alameda County, West Coast, East Bay, San Francisco Bay Area, Port of Oakland, San Francisco Bay, N California

Planning an intimate wedding, elopement, or engagement portrait session in Oakland?

Discover the best photographers! - We can capture the happiness and closeness of your romantic, non-traditional, casual, or at-home wedding. The WPJA has an abundance of top-ranked, Oakland documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings can’t wait. Find yours today!

Capture Your Dream Oakland Elopement: Photographers Available

Imagine your intimate Oakland wedding: just you, your partner, your officiant, perhaps a few select companions, and a photographer capturing the moments. Find the perfect photographer near you to create lasting memories.

California - Northern WPJA members are ready to document any civil union, minimony, civil ceremony, or any other type of elopement wedding, even if it is a Monday-Thursday ceremony. Search for the “Can Shoot Weddings on Short Notice!” message on the listings below.

2 Oakland Wedding Photographers...

Northern California wedding photography by Drew Bird - Creative Storytelling

Drew Bird is a San Francisco Bay Area-based wedding photographer with years of experience. His focus is on telling stories through photographs, capturing authentic and unscripted expressions of beauty, love and connection.

Drew Bird

Oakland in California, US
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15
12
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3500 (USD)
Edeelin Labra, Northern CA wedding photography

Northern California wedding photographer Edeelin Labra has a deep love for photography that began long ago. What began as a hobby has become a passionate pursuit for many years. Taking pictures of family and friends was much more than just snapping a shutter - it was...

Edeelin Labra

Vallejo in California, US
2000 (USD)
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
The bride and groom prayed together during their small church wedding ceremony, captured in a beautiful black and white photo by their elopement photographer
Bryan Aleman
The bride and groom's guests watched their first dance - the couple opted for a budget-friendly celebration in line with their values
Cindy Brown

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Oakland Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

Below are some Oakland wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Oakland marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Oakland engagement portrait sessions with couples.

Engagement portrait of a couple enjoying the sunset in Oakland, California, with tall golden grass in the foreground.
At a private residence in Oakland, CA, the bride and groom share a joyful session, captured mid-air as they jump together beneath a canopy of lush trees, their happiness radiating.
An engagement photo captured by a wedding photographer in Oakland, CA. The couple stands in warm afternoon sunlight, with the groom tenderly snuggling up behind the bride's neck.
Near the busy city of Oakland, a loving couple's engagement portrait was taken amongst the peaceful, dappled sunlight of a forest.
Engaged couple embraces under towering palm trees in the picturesque setting of Jack London Square, Oakland's Docker Bay in Northern California.
Captured in beautiful Northern California, this sweet moment features a mother and bride dancing at an outdoor reception under the shade trees on a sunny day in Oakland.
Couple embraced in a hug, surrounded by trees in the late afternoon sun in a beautiful Northern California forest for their engagement portrait session in Oakland, CA.
In this wedding photo, a photographer captured a poignant moment at the 16th Street Train Station in Oakland, CA, as the bride was moved to tears by the groom's heartfelt vows.
During their engagement session at Redwood Regional Park in Oakland, CA, the couple joyfully walked their dogs on leashes through the open field, showcasing their love and excitement for their upcoming marriage.
A touching moment between a bride and her father as she adjusts her veil in the mirror at Bellevue Club in Oakland, California, on her wedding day.
In the serene woods of Oakland, this lovely couple holds hands, captured beautifully by a top Northern California engagement photographer. A peaceful setting for a soon-to-be-married pair.
In Northern California's Oakland, this charming image features a couple embracing affectionately beneath the shelter of towering, mature trees in a picturesque park

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Oakland wedding?
A: There are many WPJA photographers who are able to help you out at a moment's notice. We understand that sometimes love happens and there's simply no time to lose. We can ensure that you can get married as quickly as possible — and have incredible photographs to remember your Oakland wedding day by.
Q: Who are the best Oakland wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Oakland documentary wedding photographers for elopements. Our members are able to submit WedElope Stories that take you step-by-step, via a 9 image picture story, through the unique and moving elopements that take place around the world.
Q: How can couples find Oakland photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Oakland wedding photographers to showcase their best engagement photography work. These awards are given to photographers who prove that they have an ability to be creative, artistic, and intuitive while working on-location with couples who are newly engaged.

RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Oakland WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Sarah + Stephen

Photo by Drew Bird

Hey Drew - We went through all the pics last night and I just wanted to tell you again how awesome they are! You really captured some amazing moments and we're forever grateful! I was 3/4 through them and crying lol. It's as if we were replaying a story of the day. SO AMAZING! THANK YOU!!! We've shared the link with some of our guests and they are all raving about them as well! A thousand thanks, Sarah and Stephen

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Stephanie + Nick

Photo by Drew Bird

Hi Drew, The images are amazing!! Absolutely wonderful!! Your images really are a very special way to preserve our memories! The photos that you made around City Hall are gorgeous. It was nice to relax and laugh a little and enjoy the amazing architecture. We also love how you captured artistic candid details at the reception at Stable Cafe. There are so many wonderful moments: like so many conversations, the toasts, the food that was served, and the atmosphere. Thank you so much for your professionalism and good spirits on our wedding day. You were such a pleasure to work with, and are so amazing at your craft. We really enjoyed working with you throughout the day, and you put us at ease while making photos. We really love how you had a stress-free attitude. You really captured the feelings of the day! Thank you so much for all of your help creating lasting memories for us and our friends and family and for being such a significant part of our wedding day and story. We honestly can't thank you enough. Best, Stephanie + Nick

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Hong Kong East Ocean wedding in Emeryville, CA. Chinese wedding photojournalism Drew Bird

Benita & Ben

Photo by Drew Bird

Drew, thanks so much for everything. We had so much fun working with you. From start to finish you were great to work with and showed the highest professionalism. All of our guests really enjoyed how fun you were, too. And the photos!! The images are just beautiful. Every time we look through the photo story we see new favorites and amazing moments. Even though the wedding was only a month ago the images bring back so many amazing memories. We are so happy that you were our photographer. We will definitely be recommending you to all our family and friends. Also let us know where we can give you some public shout-outs! Thanks again!

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