Manali is a very talented and thoughtful photographer. Our wedding was held at San Francisco City Hall and she was able to beautifully capture both posed and candid shots, along with all the details of the amazing building.
-Suzanne N - YELP
Let's keep it natural, candid + easy.
NOT CHEESY.
wedding photography coverage
All San Francisco City Hall wedding packages include support to help you plan your perfect day. I offer recommendations for other vendors, and pre-planning help, though the thing that clients rave the most about is the gentle and expert guidance they receive every step of the way at City Hall.
I’ll tell you where to go, when it’s time for your witness to sign your license, and how to find the place in city hall that the judge has designated for your ceremony. No matter what type of ceremony you plan, I have the expertise to help. And if you want to take portraits at a second beautiful location in the city, I’ll help you plan that too.
After the wedding, you receive a gallery full of color-perfected and print-ready photos in Manali's artistic editing style. The gallery is convenient for sharing with friends and family. High resolution photos are included in the coverage price and are yours to keep forever.
Hello, my name is Manali. I have been photographing San Francisco City Hall weddings regularly for over 12 years. You are getting married because you are in love, so let’s celebrate the special way you laugh together.
I use easy prompts and simple poses to let couples focus on how happy they are to marry their best friend while I get photos of the fun. Don’t worry about being put into awkward poses, I know that’s not what you are looking for. I’m here to celebrate the genuine good times with you and to make the process of getting married at San Francisco City Hall as easy as can be.
Wondering if we’re a perfect match? Here are four reasons why I may be perfect for you!
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Yes, your San Francisco City Hall wedding ceremony may be short...
But what you might not expect is the rush of excitement that follows. It’s real, it’s beautiful, and it often catches couples by surprise.
No need to worry about posing. I’ll guide you with easy, natural prompts so you can simply focus on each other. Your love story is already filled with joyful, intimate, and playful moments—that’s more than enough.
2
Your love story is special, and I want to celebrate it with you
Let’s celebrate your connection with the breathtaking architecture of San Francisco City Hall as your backdrop. Every aspect—from the grand staircase to the golden light on the 4th floor—sets the stage for gorgeous photos you will cherish.
3
I celebrate love in all its forms.
Many of my clients are in mixed-race relationships, are queer, or come from different cultural backgrounds.
Let me be clear: I welcome and respect every couple, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or country of origin.
Love is love—I truly believe that.
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If this resonates with you... let’s chat!
Are you looking for a photographer who will laugh with you, cheer you on, and capture the genuine, heartfelt moments that make your wedding uniquely yours? Get in touch.
Manali is a very talented and thoughtful photographer. Our wedding was held at San Francisco City Hall and she was able to beautifully capture both posed and candid shots, along with all the details of the amazing building.
-Suzanne N - YELP
Four options to choose from, below.
• 90 minutes of coverage
• San Francisco City Hall only
• Pre-wedding prep helps to make sure you get all the photos you want
• Day-of expert guidance throughout city hall
• Photo previews delivered within a few days of the wedding
• An online gallery for sharing
• A digital download of high-resolution photos edited in Manali's artistic style
• 3 hours of coverage
• SF City Hall + 1 more location
• Pre-wedding prep helps to make sure you get all the photos you want
• Day-of expert guidance throughout city hall
• After the wedding, photo previews to enjoy while the full collection is processed
• An online gallery for sharing
• A digital download of high-resolution photos edited in Manali's artistic style
• 4 hours of coverage
• SF City Hall + 1 or 2 more locations
• Pre-wedding prep helps to make sure you get all the photos you want
• Day-of expert guidance throughout city hall
• Photo previews delivered within a few days of the wedding
• An online gallery for sharing
• A digital download of high-resolution photos edited in Manali's artistic style
• 4 hours of coverage
• SF City Hall + 1 or 2 more locations
• Gorgeous hardcover wedding album custom designed by Manali
• Pre-wedding prep helps to make sure you get all the photos you want
• During the wedding, expert guidance throughout city hall
• Photo previews delivered within a few days of the wedding
• An online gallery for sharing
• A digital download of high-resolution photos edited in Manali's artistic style
You can pick up a marriage license from any county in California; it doesn't have to be obtained at San Francisco City Hall. Just make sure it is within 90 days of your date.
The best light and my favorite portrait location is on the 4th-floor balcony.
SF City Hall’s best kept secret: Did you know you can get married at SF City Hall without making a wedding appointment? You just need to hire your private officiant, and I can help you plan a wedding like this.
Fill out the form, and I will send you more information. Easy peasy!
email: manali@manaliannephotography.com
call or text: (510)407-6953
Wondering if I’m the right photographer for your SF city hall wedding? Let’s find out!
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As Natalie opened the door to do a first look with her groom, her two besties walked up and screamed with excitement when they saw their gorgeous friend. The groom listened to all of the commotion going on behind him while he patiently waited for his turn to see his beautiful bride next for their first look.
📍 Wedding Venue: Wild Oak Saddle Club, Santa Rosa @wildoaksaddleclub
📋️ Planner: Kristina Wilson
📸 Photographer @manaliannephoto
💐 Florals @dragonfly_floral
🧀 Catering @wildoaksaddleclub
🎵 Band @hello_fitzgerald_band
💄 Hair & Makeup @devotionstudiosebastopol
@natalieo
They`re low-fuss and in love, so naturally it was a San Francisco City Hall wedding for these two. Totally digging Julia`s blazer and mini skirt look!
📍 Wedding Venue: San Francisco City Hall
📸 Photographer @manaliannephoto
I got a new inquiry and the bride said she normally feels awkward in photos and wants to make sure she doesn`t feel that way on her wedding day. I appreciate her being honest and vulnerable like that, and after photographing weddings for many years I can say that I hear that a lot from folks.
If you share that concern, here`s what I want you know. It`s your photographer`s job to make you feel comfortable while they are taking your photo. You should hire someone you know you can trust, and here`s what you can do during your search.
1. Don`t hire an agency that will send a staff photographer to your wedding. You need a photographer who will get to know you before the wedding, not a stranger. Weddings are incredibly personal and the stakes are high. In many families, there are a couple of folks who aren`t getting along and it could be awkward if your photographer accidentally put those folks next to each other in a photo.
2. Hire an experienced photographer. It can be alluring to hire a talented photographer who is just getting started in the industry but experience makes a huge difference. An experienced photographer is more confident with posing and better at putting folks at ease more quickly.
3. Read photographers` reviews and pay attention to how past clients speak about what their experience is like being photographed by them. Clients should like the photos and have enjoyed having their photo taken by the photographer.
4. Make sure you identify with the couples in the photos. There are a lot of gorgeous photos out there but make sure that the general vibe of the photos matches your vibe. If a person`s portfolio features couples not smiling much, that photographer probably has a more posed and more editiorial style, rather than a candid and natural style. While posed and editiorial is beautiful, it only works for certain folks to be directed in that way. It may be hard to pull off if you want to look and feel natural in your photos. Your wedding day is too precious, if you want to have fun, make sure you choose someone who likes to have fun!
If you`re looking for beautiful and natural wedding photos in the SF Bay Area, please inquire!
Vows that slay are vows that leave not a dry eye in attendance. 🥲😭 (I`m not crying, you`re crying. See slide 8.) I fully admit that I cry at weddings. I always have on occasion, but I`ve gotten a lot softer since giving birth 4 years ago!
These two delivered with the romantic wedding vibes in spades. Starting with the gorgeous venue. I think a wedding at a classic San Francisco venue like the University Club of SF sets the tone by stating - you are in for a treat tonight! Also, it`s clear by those huge smiles on their faces as they are saying their vows, that they are crazy about each other. 😍
📍 Wedding Venue @uclubsf_weddings
📸 Photographer @manaliannephoto
💐 Florals @poppspetalworks
💄 Hair & Makeup stylebee
The bride is an architect, so naturally, they chose an architectural gem of SF for their wedding, the City Club of San Francisco. It`s located in the heart of downtown SF and was built in 1930, and even houses a massive Diego Rivera mural. It`s gorgeous!
📍 Wedding Venue @cityclubsf #cityclubsf
📸 Photographer @manaliannephoto
@cessyng @tom.k.shany
Marching into 2026 like this. Let`s see what the new year has in store.
📍 Wedding Venue: The City Club of San Francisco @cityclubsf #cityclubsf
📸 Photographer @manaliannephoto
@cessyng @tom.k.shany
