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About

Kristen Loken Weddings is a photography business based in Oakland, California. Kristen is a firm believer in the magic of photography, and grew up watching her father, an avid amateur photographer, develop photos in his own darkroom. She loves watching the perfect moments unfold in her sessions, knowing the pictures she takes are telling a story that can be told for generations. Kristen started her photography business right out of college more than 15 years ago, and has traveled all over the world with her camera for clients.

Services Offered
Kristen works with couples to provide wedding day photography, wedding portraits, destination weddings, and engagement shoots. She primarily shoots in a photojournalistic style, particularly focusing on filling her images with life, spirit, and passion. Her business is covered by liability insurance, and she offers her clients additional booking hours and, if needed, the services of a second shooter. Kristen Loken Weddings can provide final, edited images in the following forms:

  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital files
  • Matted prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the dates
  • Thank-you cards
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Digital Files
Proofs

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

2nd Shooter
Digital Files
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

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

Reviews of Kristen Loken Weddings

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Katherine Sent on 09/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photographer and amazing experience!

Beautiful photographs and the warmest, kindest person!
C
Claudia Sent on 10/31/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful photos and a beautiful person to work with!

It was a pleasure to have Kristen as our wedding photographer! She took beautiful photos that we will treasure forever, doing a wonderful job capturing wedding details, special moments with our guests, and portraits of both the wedding party and of my husband and me! She was a great listener as we talked through photography priorities, and was extremely professional and responsive to all of our questions and follow-up. My husband and I are on the shy side and striking a pose is not something that comes naturally to us. Kristen was awesome at suggesting poses and locations, to make sure we got shots that we love. What's more, Kristen is just a lovely, sweet person and it was a pleasure to have her at our wedding!
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Diana Sent on 10/28/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding photographer around!

Kristen Loken photographed our wedding at San Francisco's majestic and light-filled City Hall, followed by a very dark reception in a tiki bar, then dinner in a festive restaurant. In all three locations she captured the day, people and settings perfectly, regardless of the lighting and everything else going on - in black & white and color! My husband and I loved working with her, and her stunning photos will adorn our walls forever. I can't recommend Kristen more highly. She's super talented, incredibly experienced, and has a great eye. She brings out the best in her subjects, too, so you'll have some amazing candid and posed portraits of your friends and loved ones to cherish forever.
Caitlin
Caitlin Sent on 10/26/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Best Decision Ever!

Working with Kristen was an absolute pleasure, and I can't imagine working with anyone else on such an important day. She was so calm and pleasant to work with, makes you feel absolutely beautiful, and her photos are amazing! She captured the fun and beauty of the day so well. Thank you!
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Holly Sent on 08/05/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Kristen provided wonderful photos of our wedding! She is professional, kind and creative. You won't be disappointed!
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Lisa Sent on 01/29/2009
5 out of 5 rating
Kristen is amazing - she took absolutely wonderful photos of our wedding. She really listened to what we wanted and was incredibly professional. She made everyone feel comfortable and captured shots that you dream of having to remind you of your special day.

I would recommend her to anyone, anywhere, anytime!
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Tanya Sent on 01/28/2009
5 out of 5 rating
The phenomenal photos taken both formal and candid make our wedding incredible. I would recommend Kristen to anyone, for any occasion.
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John Sent on 01/26/2009
5 out of 5 rating
Kristen was amazing and our photos rock.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

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Kristen Loken Weddings frequently asked questions

Kristen Loken Weddings includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Kristen Loken Weddings includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Kristen Loken Weddings offers the following photography styles:
  • Photojournalism
Kristen Loken Weddings offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Kristen Loken Weddings offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Kristen Loken Weddings is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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