Perched above the ocean in Point Loma, The Thursday Club was the perfect setting for Mikayla and Justin’s celebration—classic, coastal, and full of light.

We absolutely love what we're seeing in the San Diego wedding scene this year! As photographers who've been behind the lens for countless celebrations in 2026, we can honestly say couples are getting SO much more creative and personal with their big days.

As a San Diego wedding photographer, I've captured celebrations at dozens of coastal venues from La Jolla to Coronado Island. But five San Diego beach wedding venues consistently blow me away.

Start with what matters to you. Not what Pinterest says. Not what your venue suggests. Just you. Then add in the things that actually make it official: your ceremony, signing the license, first dances. That’s your foundation.

When couples reflect back, the memories they return to are the ones that felt unfiltered, unscripted and entirely their own.

Planning a wedding in San Diego, California means choosing a venue that not only fits your vision but also provides unforgettable settings for your photos, your vows, and your celebration.

One of the most common things couples tell me before their wedding day is “We’re not very good at posing.” If that thought has crossed your mind, you’re not alone—and more importantly, it’s not something you need to worry about.

We love nothing more than bringing the magic of analog film photography to couples wherever their story takes them. While California is our home base, our hearts (and cameras) are always ready to travel.

Planning a wedding at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles is a dream for couples who want something bold, elegant, and unforgettable.

Paradise Point truly stands out as one of my favorite venues to shoot at on San Diego bay. Its versatile outdoor spaces offer a range of picturesque settings, from the intimate beachside ceremony to the lively reception under the stars.

Beverly Hills Courthouse offers the prefect setting for your elopement wedding in Los Angeles.

This year I finally had the opportunity to shoot my first wedding at Hinoki and the Bird.

Erin and Joel’s wedding at Hart & Main was shot through a mostly candid frame. I love working with very camera shy couples.

This amazing wedding was a testament to the beauty and power of love, and to the inclusive and welcoming spirit of Los Angeles.