san diego wedding photographer

Today is your day. Your day for wearing the dress you knew was “The One”
the moment you tried it on, for carrying an heirloom hankie that you’ll save
for your daughter, for flowers and champagne and walking down the aisle to
promise a forever to the person you know is “The One”. Your day for being
surrounded by family and friends who want to celebrate you, for music and
dancing and wine and food and memories.

Experience That Brings Peace of Mind

Unveiled Wedding Photography is one of San Diego’s most highly sought after boutique wedding studios. We’ve been honored to have been awarded The Knot’s “Best of Weddings" for 2011-2024, securing us a spot in their “Hall of Fame”. Lead photographer and owner, Mark Hillis, has shot over 1000 weddings in his 20+ year career, and brings an unmatched level of expertise to every celebration that few other wedding photographers in San Diego can match. His extensive background in commercial photography, combined with a refined, artistic eye, allows us to deliver heirloom quality images.

Whether you’re planning a grand ballroom celebration, a laid back beach ceremony or an intimate vow exchange at the San Diego Courthouse, we offer a level of skill and calm professionalism that comes only with decades of experience. Mark brings not only artistry but preparedness and creative problem-solving to every event. He anticipate challenges before they arise, keeps timelines flowing smoothly, and ensures that your photography experience feels effortless. When couples search for San Diego Wedding photographers who can deliver both stunning imagery and peace of mind, Unveiled consistently rises to the top.

From the architecture of Balboa Park to the cliffs of La Jolla, from airy beachfront ceremonies to elegant hotel ballrooms and rustic outdoor estates, we’ve experienced just about every lighting scenario, ceremony layout, and surprise moment imaginable. Before each wedding, Mark conducts extensive location scouting to find the perfect angles, backdrops, and lighting opportunities unique to your venue. From sunlit seaside ceremonies to evenings
filled with twinkling reception lights, we use a thoughtful mix of natural
light and professional lighting to ensure crisp, flattering, and beautifully lit images.

Timeless wedding photography

We believe that your images should feel as joyful as your wedding day itself, and that photography should feel effortless—woven quietly into your celebration. Our photojournalistic style ensures that your story is told as it unfolds, from the veil going on, to your sparkler exit. We specialize in a blend of candid storytelling and beautifully posed portraits—capturing heartfelt interactions, elegant details, and those in-between moments that reveal the true spirit of your celebration. We approach each wedding with an artist’s eye and a storyteller’s heart. Couples looking for a skilled wedding photographer for their San Diego nuptials quickly discover that our work stands out for its artistry, consistency, and genuine emotional depth.

Personalized Experience

Your story matters to us. Every couple receives dedicated time with Mark during a pre-wedding timeline consultation, where he walks through your day, discusses your priorities, and crafts a timeline with plenty of room for both relaxed candid moments and the romantic portraits you’ll treasure for a lifetime, so you can feel fully present while trusting that every detail is handled with care.

Engagement Photography

Your story doesn’t start at “I do.” San Diego is the perfect location for engagement photography, and our sessions celebrate your connection in a relaxed, natural way. Whether it’s a session highlighting the charms of Balboa Park or one set against the backdrop of one of our many beaches, we craft each shoot to showcase your unique personalities.

Micro Weddings and Elopements in San Diego

If you are looking for a photographer for your intimate wedding in San Diego, we offer thoughtful coverage for Micro-weddings and elopements, events where the focus is deeply personal and every detail carries meaning. Whether your celebration is a quiet morning ceremony with a handful of loved ones or a joyful evening dinner under string lights, our approach remains the same: attentive, unobtrusive, and centered on preserving every heartfelt moment. These more intimate celebrations allow for an especially personal storytelling experience, and we tailor our coverage to ensure nothing meaningful is missed.

Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and you deserve photography that will beautifully preserve your memories for a lifetime. With decades of experience, a discerning eye, and an intuitive approach to capturing genuine emotion, we offer a calm, confident presence throughout your celebration. If you’re searching for an experienced San Diego Wedding Photographer who can document your day with skill and intention, Mark and the Unveiled team would be honored to be part of your story.