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At John Decker Weddings, we create wedding photography that is as unique as you are. We invite you to have a look around and imagine yourself in our photos then get in touch with us to find out more about how we can preserve the memories of your wedding day forever.

Give us a call at 916-616-0110 or send us an email at john@johnthephotographer.com

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

One Event / Day

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Negatives
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of John Decker Photography

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Melissa Sent on 03/28/2013
5 out of 5 rating
John is an amazing photographer. He took our engagement and wedding photos. We had a fairly large wedding with about 180 people. Our ceremony was at a Catholic church and the reception at a golf course. John got so many wonderful photos. The best photos are non-posed moments that only a great photographer can capture- John was able to capture those moments. He took so many great photos. The cost was extremely reasonable and worth every penny. Having a great photographer at your wedding is so important. You cannot go wrong with John Decker!!!
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Darrel Sent on 03/15/2013
5 out of 5 rating
John Decker's 's a friend and former coworker, and we were elated when he agreed to be the photographer for our April 2011 wedding. He’s worked as a photojournalist, most recently with the Sacramento Bee, was Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s official photographer, and now is out on his own. We had a preference for a documentary-style photographer for our wedding, and that’s exactly what we got. But he also pushed us into a couple of more artsy photos. We trusted him, and he was right. Our photos are fabulous. We couldn't have asked for a more responsible, responsive or amazing photographer. As with our other vendors, he wasn't the cheapest, but he provided great value for his skills and photos.
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Jonathan Sent on 02/19/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Nothing short of brilliant, John provided a perfect combination of creativity, passion, skill, and professionalism for our wedding. A true artist, John captured all of our most important moments with a deft touch. John was able to improvise and be flexible with the evolution of our day. He's a great communicator, and we would recommend him to the highest degree. Thanks, again, John.
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Amanda Sent on 02/07/2013
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I absolutely love the photos of our wedding (and so did our friends- many have ended up using him after seeing our photos). We wanted a photographer who would work with our requests for pictures of guests enjoying the day and providing a photojournalistic flare to our photos, while also giving us a few traditional wedding shots. Boy did we hit the jackpot! John caught countless special moments during the wedding and reception with his natural eye for candid shots, and truly captured the spirit and feeling of the event. He was also able to take many beautiful bridal party photos that incorporated the natural beauty and light of our outdoor venue. It was obvious that years of experience with various styles of photography gave him the tools to take photos that were far above and beyond our expectations. John is extremely talented in his craft, but also has a great sense of humor and is one of the easiest people to get along with. He was professional yet personable, provided helpful direction without ever staging photos, and was always quick to respond to us when we had questions. It is quite apparent that he enjoys what he does, which is reflected in both his photography and how he approaches working with clients. I would recommend John to anyone, hands down. He is a photographer with artful talent, good communication, attention to detail, and the ability to cater his style to your requests. I will tell you now that with John Decker, your friends will envy your photos!
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User1084832 Sent on 02/05/2013
5 out of 5 rating
John did an excellent job shooting our engagement, save the date, rehersal, and wedding photos. He's a true professional and we really enjoyed working with him. His photo-journalism background really comes out in our pictures. I highly recommend him.
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Meredith Sent on 01/28/2013
5 out of 5 rating
My (now) husband and I were so fortunate to have John as our wedding photographer this past September. I originally fell in love with his style of photography while browsing through photos of weddings throughout the Sac/SF area and beyond, and I can now say that he was my favorite wedding vendor throughout the entire process.

John was highly professional to work with, and was very friendly and engaging with our wedding party and guests. I was so happy when he showed up while I was getting ready on our wedding day, and that is always a good sign! He made me laugh through what could have been a stressful time. He provided JUST the right amount of direction to get the shots that he wanted, while allowing everything to play out naturally. Looking through our wedding photos now, I can relive that day through the story they tell because of how well he captured everything... such a gift to us!

He provided more than I had expected in terms of our prints as well, and he sent them to us in the most beautiful photo box that we will have forever (total surprise)! I have had so many compliments on our wedding photos, and I know John's work speaks for itself. I can't recommend John the Photographer enough... feel free to contact me if you are looking for further reference info!
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Casey Sent on 01/25/2013
5 out of 5 rating
John was such a great person to work with! We initially reached out to him because we has seen photos he had taken at another wedding that was at the venue we had chosen. The images were beautiful and we couldn't wait to meet with him. During our first meeting, we discussed things we were looking for in both a photographer and in our final images. John was very receptive to our ideas and desires and offered plenty of great suggestions of his own. It was very apparent, right from the start, that he was very knowledgeable and had many years of experience, which gave me peace of mind. We scheduled an engagement session with him and it was a great way to get to know each other and establish a nice working relationship. We were VERY pleased with how our engagement photos turned out and loved sharing them with our friends and family. John was always very prompt when responding to e-mails or phone calls and I always walked away from our conversations feeling like we were on the same page. When the day of our wedding arrived, John and our second shooter Ann were on time and ready to shoot! They spent more than 12 hours shooting that day and were there to capture every little moment. Our photos (over 1600 of them) turned out so lovely and we consider ourselves so lucky to have our wedding documented so beautifully! I highly recommend John to anyone who is looking for a hands-on, experienced and friendly photographer. You won't be disappointed!
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Amanda Sent on 01/24/2013
5 out of 5 rating
John is an extremely talented photographer. He listened to exactly what we wanted and worked very hard to capture every aspect of our wedding. He has a photojournalistic style that is truly timeless and beautiful. If you are lucky enough to have John photograph your wedding you will be able to look back 30 years from now and love your photos just as much as you did the moment you saw them. I would recommend him to any couple.
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Amanda Sent on 01/24/2013
5 out of 5 rating
John is an extremely talented photographer. He listened to what we wanted and worked very hard to capture every aspect of our wedding. He has a photojournalistic style that is truly timeless and beautiful. If you are lucky enough to have John photograph your wedding, you should be able to look back 30 years from now and love your photos just as much as you did the moment you saw them. I would recommend him to any couple.
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Stella Sent on 06/05/2011
5 out of 5 rating
John did a wonderful job as your wedding photographer. He was very professional, hardworking, and had a great eye for creative and beautiful shots. We couldn't be happier with the final product - he delivered gorgeous, amazing photos that captured our entire wedding day. He's also got a great personality and he's easy to work with. The day of our wedding, the photo taking was very easy and smooth, and he gave good direction. Our photos were delivered on time and according to contract and his prices were very reasonable. We interviewed 8 photographers and John outshined them all and we're so happy we chose him! Hire him and you won't be dissapointed.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
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I love working with John! He is so accommodating with timing and making sure he gets the detail photo's that every planner wants! His photography is beautiful and helps you remember how special the day was! He also has a great sense of humor and that is a fabulous trait for this business! Fun to work with, fun to watch work, and especially lovely, the end result of the beautiful wedding day, with beautiful photographs.

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