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Groom in a tuxedo sitting on a decorative fireplace with a chandelier above, inside a richly decorated room.

A bride lying on a dark wooden floor, wearing a white lace wedding dress and jewelry, looking up with her eyes closed.

A bride in a wedding dress sitting on the floor in front of a fireplace.

A bride and groom dressed in wedding attire sharing a kiss during sunset, with the man wearing a tuxedo and the woman in a white lace wedding dress.

A large crystal chandelier hanging from a decorated ceiling, with two elegantly dressed people, a groom in a white tuxedo with a black bow tie, and a bride in a white lace dress with a floral headband, standing below it.

A bride in a white lace wedding gown and veil standing on a staircase next to a groom in a white tuxedo jacket with black lapels and black tuxedo pants inside a grand, historic building with marble walls, stained glass windows, and a black ornate wal

Wedding Photography in San Francisco for Your Big Day

Our photographer builds a calm timeline for your wedding day, with planning that protects flow and focus. We watch the light, then shape beauty through every shot and detail.

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A woman in a white wedding dress with a lace train stands on a marble staircase with a marble wall in the background.

A man in a tuxedo sitting on a dark wooden table in a room with a large window, ornate curtains, and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.

A woman with blonde hair holding her hand to her face, covered by a sheer, patterned fabric that creates a textured effect.

A young woman wearing a white lace wedding dress with a long train, sitting on the floor with her hands near her head and a veil over her hair, in an elegant room.

Wedding Photos with an Editorial Eye

We tell your unique love story through authentic moments and quiet gestures, then let the celebration breathe. Each frame carries life with the restraint of an artist.

Wedding Film

A bride and groom sitting on the floor in a wedding photo, with a dark wooden wall in the background. The bride is wearing a white wedding gown with lace details and a tiara, while the groom is dressed in a white tuxedo jacket and black pants.

A woman in an elegant wedding dress reclining on a black cushioned headboard in a room with marble walls and wooden floors.

A bride in a white wedding dress sitting on a marble ledge in a historic, ornately decorated room with a peach-colored wall, a classical sculpture of a torso, and a vintage wall sconce with candles.

A black and white photo of a bride and groom dancing outdoors, surrounded by trees.

A bride in a white wedding dress sits on the edge of a marble fountain, with her hand on the back of a groom dressed in a black tuxedo sitting inside the fountain. The background features a warm orange wall, a sculpture of a torso, and a decorative w

Close-up of a bride in a wedding dress adjusting her gown outdoors in black and white

Bride in white wedding gown holding a bouquet of flowers, standing outdoors with six men in black suits in the background, under trees with green foliage.

A bride in a strapless white wedding dress with a long train, standing in a room with framed pictures and furniture, looking down and holding her dress.

City Hall Wedding Photography in San Francisco

For city hall, we keep the ceremony simple and intimate, so you feel married, not performed. We hold beauty in the small detail that makes the room feel personal.

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A black and white photom of a couple dressed in formal attire sitting on a vintage couch, leaning in for a kiss, holding champagne glasses in a dimly lit room with framed landscape paintings on the wall behind them.

Black and white photo of a bride and groom embracing in a decorated indoor setting with chandeliers, large windows, and patterned floor.

A black and white photo of a couple kissing at their wedding. The bride is in a wedding dress, and the groom is in a tuxedo.

A couple in wedding attire sharing a kiss in front of a vintage car outside a historic building with stone and ivy-covered walls

A black and white photo of a large, ornate mansion with a reflection in a rectangular pond in the foreground, surrounded by neatly trimmed bushes and trees.

A bride and groom holding each other, outdoors, in wedding attire, with the bride in a lace wedding dress and the groom in a black tuxedo.

Engagement Photos in San Francisco Before the Wedding Day

An engagement session is where your unique love story becomes practice, not pressure, and where authentic moments show up fast. We chase life, one shot at a time, so your dream feels real.

A bride in a white gown and a groom in a black tuxedo share a kiss outdoors in front of a green leafy arbor, with trees in the background.

A black and white photo of a bride in a wedding dress smiling as a man in a tuxedo adjusts her dress, standing indoors near a window with natural light.

A bride and groom in wedding attire standing on stone steps outdoors, surrounded by greenery, gazing at each other lovingly.

A bride and groom sitting inside a classic car, smiling and looking happy, seen through the windshield.

A black and white photograph of a wedding ceremony taking place outdoors in front of a large decorative floral arch with a bride and groom standing beneath it. Guests are seated in rows facing the couple, with wedding party members standing on either

A couple in wedding attire sharing a kiss inside a vintage convertible car, seen through the windshield in black and white.

Northern California Wedding Day for the Bay Area

Across the bay area, planning starts with the route, the light, and what matters most on the wedding day. We move like an artist, keeping the celebration clear and unforced.

San Francisco Wedding Photographer Packages

First Embrace: Timeless Wedding Photography | 6 Hours Package

$3,500.00

1 Photographer

Up to 6 hours of coverage

200+ beautifully edited hi-res photos

Online gallery of all images to share with friends and family, available for one year

Unlimited high-resolution downloads

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Eternal Reflections: Wedding Photography | 10 Hours Package

$5,890.00

2 Photographers

Coverage up to 10 hours

Pre-Wedding Editorial Shoot

550+ beautifully edited hi-res photos

Online gallery of all images to share with friends and family, available for one year

Unlimited high-resolution downloads

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Truly Yours: Timeless Wedding Photography | 8 Hours Package

$4,800.00

2 Photographers

Coverage up to 8 hours

Pre-Wedding Editorial Shoot

450+ beautifully edited hi-res photos

Online gallery of all images to share with friends and family, available for one year

Unlimited high-resolution downloads

Mine

Wedding Photographer Tips for a Calm Wedding Experience

After engagement, we arrive early, and your photographer guides the ceremony with calm direction, so you feel married and present. When the vows land, beauty is already there, and the shot stays honest.

A woman in a white dress laughing and holding a sign while standing close to a man in a suit holding the same sign. The woman has short curly hair and is wearing glasses, and the man has short hair and is facing away.

A woman with curly hair and sunglasses is leaning over a yellow pool table, reaching for a bouquet of white flowers and greenery. She is wearing a white top and looking at the camera.

A couple dressed in formal wedding attire walking along a city sidewalk. The woman is wearing a white wedding gown and dark sunglasses, and the man is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and black tie.

Close-up of two people, a man and a woman, with their faces close together.

A woman with dark skin and short, curly hair is standing in front of a white background. The photo has a blurred, motion effect

A man in a tuxedo with yellow socks and black shoes sitting on a bench next to a woman in a white wedding dress with a veil, holding a flower bouquet in a waiting area with a beige wall and glass doors in the background.

Voice of Love

Yana & Domenic 09.17.2025

Absolutely incredible. Their wedding photography went above and beyond to capture not just the moments, but the emotions, energy, and pure joy of our special day. They truly understood our personalities and translated that into the wedding photos, making the gallery feel personal and authentic. Every smile, every happy tear, and every heartfelt embrace was beautifully documented. They also captured the fun vibe of our friends and the celebration so perfectly that it feels like we are reliving the day every time we scroll through the images. The style is gorgeous, full of beauty, and we are already excited.Highly recommend.
Sophia & Joseph 09.19.2025

Highly recommended. We’re blown away by your professional talent. We love the trailer and the film, especially the ending, it was absolutely hilarious. We laughed so hard and kept rewatching it again and again. The editing, music selection, and the flow of the story were done so beautifully, it feels like art. We’re so glad we had you as our videographer to capture our special day with candid emotion. Being able to revisit it through such amazing video, and images that hold timeless memories, means everything. We honestly can’t stop watching it over and over again.
Brigid & Philip 10.12.2025

Thank you both for doing an incredible job with our wedding. You made the whole shoot feel calm and fun, captured every moment with real candid, emotionand we cannot wait to watch our story.

A man wearing sunglasses and a tuxedo with a white shirt and black bow tie eating noodles with chopsticks at a restaurant table, with a bowl of noodles and dumplings on the table and white flowers in the background.

A woman in white dress and sunglasses walking on a city sidewalk with blurred motion.

A woman wearing black sunglasses, a white satin dress, and a white fur coat, stands on a stone bridge with a decorative railing, posing with her hand resting on her hip, with a river, green trees, and tall buildings in the background.

A woman with wavy reddish-brown hair, wearing black sunglasses, a white top, a fluffy white coat, earrings, and a ring, is standing outdoors with a wooden building in the background.

A man dressed in a tuxedo leaning over a woman with long hair wearing sunglasses, sitting at a wooden table with a bouquet of white flowers, in a restaurant with neon signs in an Asian language in the background.

Blurry image of a woman wearing a white dress and furry white gloves, with the location possibly outdoors near a brick wall.

Photograph Weddings for Your Best Day

In the bay area, we protect the ceremony rhythm and let the day unfold with quiet intention. Our artist eye keeps everything grounded, even when the timeline shifts.

Andrew, founder of Arrakis Films, is a filmmaker and photographer crafting cinematic wedding films and photos with deep emotion, storytelling, and timeless artistry.

About Us

At Arrakis Films, we are passionate about capturing the essence of your special day through timeless wedding videography and photography. Our team, led by Andrew, a talented videographer and photographer with over 10 years of experience, is dedicated to providing high-quality wedding films that tell the story of your love. With a background in film and a keen eye for detail, we bring a cinematic vision to every wedding we cover. Our goal is to create a wedding video and photos that you will cherish for years to come.

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Roma, co-founder of Arrakis Films, is a film producer bringing cinematic storytelling and artistry to wedding films, crafting timeless and emotionally rich visuals.

Woman wearing large sunglasses and earrings is eating a slice of pizza.

A man in a tuxedo kisses a woman in a wedding dress against a dark background.

Black and white photo of a woman wearing a dress and jewelry, holding her hand up to her face with her mouth open in an expression of surprise or excitement, concealing part of her face with her hand.

A woman in a wedding dress has her veil flying as she walks outdoors, holding a bouquet of flowers in her left hand.

A woman in a white wedding dress with lace sleeves and veil, with a dark background and soft lighting.

A wedding dress hanging on a hook on white cabinetry in a room with dark walls and wooden floor.

Black and white photograph of a bride and groom outdoors. The bride is sitting on a stone bench wearing a white wedding gown and veil, holding a bouquet. The groom is standing beside her in a tuxedo.

A black and white wedding ceremony setup with an aisle lined with chairs leading to a decorated gazebo in an outdoor garden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Both. We capture candid moments as they unfold, but we compose in an editorial style so the gallery feels curated and premium.
Yes. We photograph weddings across San Francisco, the Bay Area, City Hall, and Northern California wedding venues. If you are planning multiple locations, we build the timeline around real travel time so the day stays smooth. We also accept destination weddings.
Yes. Film is optional, and we genuinely love shooting film. We can integrate it selectively for couples who want that texture and timeless style, capturing beautiful moments with pictures that feel honest and elevated
Yes. Photo-only collections are available. If photography is your top priority, we can build a photo-first collection. Film plus photo is optional if you want one cohesive aesthetic across everything.
Yes, but lightly. We guide movement and positioning so you look effortless, not stiff. Then we step back for real moments.