Let's keep it natural, candid + easy.
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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.
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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.
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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)
All coverage includes personalized pre-wedding prep with Manali, guidance throughout the city hall, photo previews within days, an online gallery, a high-resolution download of your photos edited in Manali's artistic style, and photos without strangers in the background.
Packages available Monday - Friday.
4-hour minimum on Saturdays.
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I can help you with more than photography. Get in touch for my recommendations for city hall florists, wedding officiants, and other vendors. Together, we can plan a wedding day that is perfect for you. You’re not alone in this. You've got this!
Not sure which amount of coverage is right for you?
See examples of real-life weddings that signed up for each package type to help you dream up the type of day that will be perfect for you
Manali took the most beautiful photos for our SF City Hall wedding! She was so helpful and knowledgeable about the whole process and made the day go smoothly and beautifully for us. We truly enjoyed our experience working with Manali.
-Jenny Z (YELP)
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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If you`re considering having your wedding at the Brazilian Room, or in the process of planning your wedding there, check out my brand new informational guide. As a local photographer who has photographed at the Brazilian Room A LOT and guided many couples through planning their day there, I decided to put all that knowledge together into a blog post so I can help even more.
You`ll find FAQ`s, tips, advice for where to take photos, timeline examples, photos of it in different seasons, photos of different table set-ups and so many useful things. Link in bio!
How excited your partner is to be next to you can be evident in the smallest of gestures 😍
📍 Wedding Venue: Thomas Fogarty Winery @fogartywineryevents @thomasfogartywinery #thomasfogartywinery
📋️ Planner @jesuis_mariages
📸 Photographer @manaliannephoto
💐 Florals @nununectar
🧀 Catering: Le`s Kitchen
🎵 DJ @jaybeeevents
💄 Hair & Makeup @beautywithcherie
@magwangg @jaaackhan
I found these two like this. Embracing quietly and lit up beautifully in the warm glow of the last burst of sunlight of the day. No words, just feeling the warmth of the person they had just exchanged vows with a couple of hours prior. It was their first quiet moment during an exciting and busy wedding day with a lot of guests. I was touched to bear witness to such a tender moment.
I love to help my couples savor sweet moments just like this, because isn`t this what it`s all for?
📍 Wedding Venue @roaringcampwed @roaringcamp
📋️ Planner @tealcrownevents
📸 Photographer @manaliannephoto
💐 Florals @quaintrelle_farms
#roaringcamp #roaringcamprailroads #roaringcampwedding
@katieaewing @ksg_wirx
Kick off those heels, scream to your favorite song with your boo on your wedding day, and dance your heart out, amirite? Each one of these couples understood the assignment 🔥
What a view! When I meet with couples, I like to ask them why they chose to get married at their venue. I feel like it helps me understand a mix of the aspirations a couple has and the logistics that face a couple when they are planning their wedding. And when I ask couples why they chose Thomas Fogarty Winery everyone says they fell in love with the views.
📍 Wedding Venue @fogartywineryevents @thomasfogartywinery #thomasfogartywinery
📋️ Planner @jesuis_mariages
📸 Photographer @manaliannephoto
💐 Florals @nununectar
🧀 Catering: Le`s Kitchen
🎵 DJ @jaybeeevents
💄 Hair & Makeup @beautywithcherie
@magwangg @jaaackhan
Dancing on a rooftop on your wedding day. Some moments feel so perfect that they feel unreal.
📍 Wedding Venue: The City Club of San Francisco @cityclubsf #cityclubsf
📸 Photographer @manaliannephoto
@cessyng @tom.k.shany
