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Bay Area Wedding, Couples, and Family Photography

Cinematic documentary style photography that captures life as it unfolds naturally, candidly, beautifully.

Let's Make Memories

We're Mario and Lina, a husband-and-wife photography team based in Oakland, CA. We specialize in cinematic-style coverage of weddings, couples sessions, maternity portraits, and family moments across the San Francisco Bay Area. Our work is candid, cinematic, and unhurried. We believe the best photos happen when you forget the camera is there, so we work in a way that lets you be present and lets us pay attention.

What We Photograph

Four service lines, one consistent approach. Every session we take on starts with the same belief: that the most meaningful photos look like the people in them, not like a styled version of someone else. Here's a brief look at the work we do most often.

Two people in formal attire sharing a kiss inside a grand, historic building with ornate architectural details and large decorative windows.

SF City Hall

Civil ceremonies, private weddings, and elopements at one of the most beautiful venues in the country. Our most-requested service.

Explore City Hall
Explore City Hall
A silhouette of a couple holding hands walking on the beach at sunset with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background.

Couples

Engagements, anniversaries, post-proposal celebrations, and couples sessions across the Bay Area. Documentary in style, location-rich in choice.

Explore Couples
Explore Couples
A pregnant woman standing in a field at sunset, with her arms crossed over her belly, wearing a white blouse.

Maternity

Outdoor, golden-hour maternity sessions marking the in-between of becoming a family. Comfort and pace built in.

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Explore Maternity
A family of three, including a man, a woman, and a child, walking hand-in-hand through a grassy field during sunset, with a few trees in the background.

Family

Documentary family sessions for new babies, lifestyle shoots, and milestone moments. For families who want photos that look like their real life.

Explore Family
Explore Family
A bride and groom in wedding attire in front of a decorative window, with the bride touching the groom's face as they gaze at each other.
A beautiful wedding couple in a grand hall, bride in a stunning white lace wedding gown with a long veil, groom in a classic black tuxedo with a white boutonniere, holding a bouquet of white flowers. The setting features elegant chandeliers and marbl
Romantic wedding moment with bride lifting her veil in front of a stained glass window, groom smiling beside her in a suit with a white rose boutonniere.
A smiling man in a suit holds a woman in a white dress and veil, lifting her in celebration in an ornate setting.
A black and white photograph of a bride and groom sharing a kiss inside a decorative doorway, with the city skyline visible outside. The bride's long veil flows down her back, and the groom is wearing a suit. The doorway has ornate ironwork, and a si
A newlywed couple sharing a romantic moment by a large stained glass window in a church. The groom holds a bouquet, and they are gazing into each other's eyes.
A couple in formal attire sharing an intimate moment in an elevator with wooden paneling.
A bride in a white strapless wedding gown holding a bouquet of white flowers, standing indoors near a large window with decorative ironwork, with her head slightly bowed and a gentle smile.
A bride and groom are embracing and smiling at each other in a wood-paneled room, with the bride wearing a wedding dress and veil, and the groom in a tuxedo.
Newlyweds posing on grand staircase with elegant wedding attire, holding hands in front of a beautifully decorated Christmas tree in San Francisco City Hall.
A man in a black suit and woman in a white dress holding hands and standing by a window with intricate metalwork, with sunlight shining through.
A bride and groom walking hand-in-hand through a grand, historic hall with large windows and ornate ceiling details.
A bride in a stunning white lace wedding gown standing gracefully in front of a large, ornate stained glass window at San Francisco City Hall. She is wearing a long, flowing veil adorned with delicate flowers, creating a romantic and ethereal atmosph
Bride and groom sharing an intimate moment, bride in lace wedding dress with floral veil, groom in grey suit with tie, soft natural light enhancing romantic atmosphere, wedding day portrait
A bride and groom holding hands and smiling at each other inside a building with large window and stone wall.
A bride in a white wedding dress with a long, flowing veil adorned with flowers extends her hand towards a groom in a stylish grey suit with a colorful boutonniere. They are standing in front of a large, ornate stained glass window at San Francisco C
A bride in a white wedding dress holding a colorful bouquet of flowers and smiling inside a grand, ornate building.
A couple is leaning their foreheads together, smiling, both wearing wedding veils and formal attire, with a white rose boutonniere on the man's suit, during their wedding.

We create an atmosphere where you can forget the lens, be present, and savor the little things that make these moments truly unforgettable.

Couple embracing in Chinatown, San Francisco, with traditional Chinese lanterns overhead and vibrant street scene in the background, featuring historic architecture and a lively urban atmosphere.
Couple walking under traditional Chinese gate in San Francisco Chinatown, bride in white dress and groom in suit, festive red lanterns and decorations, urban street scene with parked cars and shops, cultural wedding photo
Romantic couple in traditional attire under red lanterns in San Francisco Chinatown, with a pagoda in the background. The scene captures a moment of love and cultural celebration, perfect for wedding inspiration or travel photography. Keywords: China
Couple standing together in front of a brightly lit store selling Chinese crafts, with the woman wearing a white dress and the man in a white shirt with a black strap across his shoulder, showcasing urban shopping ambiance at night.
Couple holding hands standing in front of a brightly lit Chinese crafts import store at night, surrounded by vibrant urban storefronts with neon signs. The scene includes parked cars, a display of various merchandise in adjacent shops, and traditiona
A smiling young man and woman standing on a city street at sunset, with the woman leaning forward and the man smiling at the camera. They are dressed in smart casual, with the man wearing a white shirt with suspenders and the woman in a white dress.
Couple walking on a street in Chinatown, San Francisco, with red lanterns hanging above and traditional architecture lining the street, creating a festive and cultural atmosphere.
Couple in white attire standing close together at night in a vibrant San Francisco Chinatown with red lanterns and festive decorations overhead, creating a romantic, intimate and festive atmosphere.

It’s the little things—stolen glances, shared laughs, and quiet touches—that make love unforgettable. Our couples photoshoots capture those authentic, heartfelt moments so you can cherish them forever.

A heartwarming family moment during the golden hour, perfect for family photography enthusiasts, is captured here. The scene features a silhouette of a family of three in a natural, open field setting, with the father carrying a child on his shoulder
A heartwarming moment of a father holding his daughter, perfect for family photography enthusiasts. The image captures the father in a cozy plaid jacket and the daughter in a white dress, both set against a backdrop of natural light and scenic outdoo
Family portrait photography in golden hour lighting, showcasing a heartwarming moment in a natural setting. The image captures a serene family walk amidst tall grass, with soft focus and bokeh effect enhancing the aesthetic appeal.
A pregnant woman sitting on a stool in a golden field during sunset, with a young girl kissing her pregnant belly.
A pregnant woman stands in a field at sunset, wearing a white shirt and sleeveless top, with her eyes closed and face turned upwards, holding her belly.
A pregnant woman with dark hair, wearing a white cardigan and skirt, standing outdoors with a man, both smiling and embracing each other, in a natural setting with trees and sunlight.
Close-up of a pregnant woman outdoors, lifting her cream-colored sweater to reveal her belly, wearing jewelry including necklaces, rings, and a bracelet.
A pregnant woman and a young girl looking at her baby bump in a sunlit field.
A couple dressed in vintage-style clothing embracing in a garden with purple flowering bushes and lush green trees.

"We initially booked Mario and Lina for a double-location pre-wedding shoot, and enjoyed it so much we booked them again a few weeks later. We regret not having them on our actual wedding day. We'd already put down a deposit elsewhere before we found them, but looking back, I would've absorbed the loss to work with them. Our guests raved about the photos. You won't regret booking with them!"

- Leanne & Jacob

We'd Love to Hear About Your Day

Whether you're planning a wedding at SF City Hall, an engagement session somewhere meaningful, a maternity shoot before the baby arrives, or a family afternoon you want to remember, we'd love to talk about it.

Let's plan your next dream session
Let's plan your next dream session