SAN FRANCISCO CITY HALL
Simply one of the most magical places to get married
We absolutely love City Hall!
We’ve been trusted by over 450 couples to document their San Francisco City Hall Weddings, and we love how, while the setting is the same, each couple makes their wedding unique and special. Our “office” boasts four gorgeous floors with dozens of different photo spots, and we know ‘em so well! As the light changes with the day and season, we know which spots will be most flattering, where to go when some spots are closed, and how to make the most of limited time. From “it’ll just be us” elopements, to “we rented the whole place” weddings, we’ll make your photos come alive at San Francisco City Hall.
Investment
Starting at $1500 with Kathryn
Starting at $1000 with Gina
Weekdays only, inquire for weekend pricing.
Kathryn was the best photographer I could have ever asked for! She was such a sweetheart. She captured some of the most beautiful moments that I will forever cherish. I couldn't have asked for a better photographer to share this special day with us.
-Heather & Mason
What does the process look like? We've never done this before and aren't quite sure where to start.
The hard part about planning a wedding is that you're only supposed to do it once! City Hall weddings are great in their simplicity, so we'll take pictures during your ceremony as well as portraits either before or after as timing allows. It’s up to you for what time you would like to schedule, and we're flexible! Our goal is to give you gorgeous wedding photos without the hassle of a big wedding.
How should we schedule our day? Normally we meet couples either about 15 minutes before their ceremony, or about forty minutes to an hour before. That means that we either do most of the pictures before or after your ceremony. It's entirely up to you, and most couples decide their timing based on time of day or reception plans after.
What time of day or day of the week is best? Mornings are great but not the only option! The first appointment is now 9am, and if you can do that, we suggest doing some of your portraits beforehand. If you’re able to meet at 8am or 8:30am, City Hall is quiet, so we can get really nice open shots on the stairs and throughout the building. If that doesn’t work with your schedule, don’t worry! Just plan what works best for you and your guests!
We have our license appointment an hour before our ceremony. When should we meet? If you're going to be at City Hall between your license and ceremony, let's meet in between and do some pictures before your ceremony!
Friday afternoon is best for us, but I’m really worried about having a ton of people in my pictures. Do I have any options? Yes! We will do everything we can to angle shots to have the fewest people in them. We’ll also suggest locations throughout the building that are a little more private so you can get a great experience. Sometimes people in the background is unavoidable though, and we do offer the option to add on “heavily edited” photos. That means that we’ll take out absolutely everyone so it looks like you had the place to yourself. Inquire for extra editing pricing if interested.
What should we expect on the day of? Our goal is to be as organized as possible beforehand, so that your wedding is just fun and seamless! Please feel free to ask any questions so that you feel organized as well. We'll meet at least 15 minutes before your ceremony time at the stairs inside City Hall, and then we'll walk over to room 168 together.
Where exactly will you meet us? We’ll meet at the base of the stairs in the middle of City Hall inside. Just go through security and we’ll meet at the base of the stairs in the middle of the building. In this picture, the couple is standing in the middle of the stairs, and we'll be there at the bottom!
How can we pay you? We most often use Venmo (or good ol’ cash), but also use PayPal and Square. A deposit is due when you book, and the remainder is due at or before the wedding. Tips are also much appreciated. Thank you!
The City Hall Team!
Kathryn, Gina, and James have a combined 34 years of experience shooting at San Francisco City Hall, and their passion for the building is undeniable. Kathryn loves having a team with multiple photographers because it means we’re more likely to be available for your big day! Whether you’re booking a photographer last minute, or you’re booking a big wedding a year out and want us all there, we should be able to accommodate whatever you need!
