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Located in San Luis Obispo, California, Nakamura’s Photography is photography service for the Santa Barbara and Ventura areas, bringing out the best in couples on their special day. Mark Nakamura has been photographing weddings on the central coast of California since 1993. He has also documented over 800 weddings of all kinds, such as intimate backyard gatherings and elaborate celebrations.

Services Offered
Nakamura’s Photography identifies with contemporary, photojournalistic, and traditional photography styles, and offers engagement shoots in addition to day-of coverage. Mark puts in additional hours, has liability insurance, goes to multiple locations for shoots, and schedules only one event per day, ensuring each couple receives the attention their big day deserves. He also offers slideshows. Couples can receive their high-resolution images in digital files and save the dates.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
Slideshow

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

High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Digital Files

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

What photography items do you offer?

Digital Files
Save the Date

Reviews of Nakamura's Photography

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Heidi Sent on 03/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Photographer for our 2 day Wedding & Great Gatsby Event

Mark Nakamura captured 2 days of our wedding events. We had a Great Gatsby Party on Friday & Our Pre-Wedding day getting ready, Ceremony on the Cliff, and our reception. We had some very personal pictures honoring our loved ones that we wanted to take after our ceremony. Mark helped direct us, gave amazing guidance and captured every moment beautifully.
After my first conversation with Mark I was blown away, he was so kind, honest, upfront, told me that I didn’t need a larger package and just the type of person and energy we wanted at our 2 days of bliss.
Mark helped us so much during both events and on the wedding day even gifted us some printed photos that immediately too my anxiety away with his kindness.
Lastly, Our entire family couldn’t stop talking about how kind, sweet, knowledgeable Mark is. Thank you Mark for not only having our photos available to us to view so quickly but creating multiple slideshows for us that we could share with our family and friends. Mark without you we would have been stressed, and wouldn’t have gotten to take some of the most precious photos that meant the world to us. 100 stars For Mark for any photos, events or business related pictures! Lots of Love Heidi & Brendan
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Christina Sent on 10/25/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Mark photographed our wedding day at the Ventana Grill in Pismo. Mark was awesome! He took the time to find out what we were looking for, made recommendations and did an amazing job. He took us down the street to a beach since we wanted some pre-ceremony photos on the beach. He did a great job of keeping things moving quickly, which we really appreciated. He moved quick, and the photos came out fantastic! We were in a hurry to get to our cocktail our to be with our guests from out of town, and Mark made this happen, without feeling like we missed any photo opportunities. I was so impressed when I got the digital files of our pictures and saw the slideshow/video Mark put together. These will make some amazing additions to the walls in our home, and Mark captured our special day perfectly. I couldn't have asked for a better photographer!
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Jim Sent on 07/16/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Mark does and excellent job, I would recommend him to anyone.
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Jenny Sent on 07/13/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Mark was awesome... Both my family and my groom's family are quite large and Mark made sure that we got pictures with everyone.
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Jeffrey Sent on 09/10/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Mark did such a great job for us. He worked with us to get the type of pictures we wanted! It seemed like he was everywhere that night, capturing all our special moments.

Thanks Mark!
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Eric Sent on 08/20/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Mark did a great job with our wedding pictures. He was very knowledge of the location and knew how to group us when taking group pictures. He was very friendly with us, wedding party, and our friends and family. He was very patient and was not too assertive. I would highly recommend Mark for any event. His pictures were crisp and clean with vivid colors. My wife and I was very pleased with work.
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Matt Sent on 08/18/2014
5 out of 5 rating
We were very pleased with the photos Mark Nakamura took of our wedding. They turned out just beautiful and perfectly captured our special day. Mark was very professional and his years of experience as an event photographer were quite evident. At the same time, he had such a relaxed and friendly manner that it made for a very enjoyable photoshoot. I would highly recommend Mark for your wedding or other special event!
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Amanda Sent on 08/14/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Mark did an excellent job photographing our outdoor wedding- he is very easy to work with and has a nice, calming presence. My husband and I both come from divorced families and Mark did a great job shuffling around people and making sure all combinations of family were photographed without making things feel awkward or rushed. Our photos came out wonderfully- Mark seemed to capture every moment throughout the day! He also provided us with a beautiful book of large photos, which was a lovely keepsake.
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Amanda Sent on 08/07/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Mark was a pleasure to work with and his photos were stunning. He was quick and professional and seemed to capture every moment. He also provided nice video slideshows of the ceremony and reception that we could quickly share with friends and family within a day or two of the wedding!
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Sharie Sent on 07/24/2014
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I were married July 5th and Mark was our photographer. The absolute best part of hiring him was the quick turn around on receiving our pictures. Both our engagement and wedding pictures were complete within a week of the event.

The quality of the work is absolutely stunning! He edited when needed and offered pictures in black and white as well as color. He took so many pictures I had so many to choose from for both our engagement and wedding pictures. I feel like every part of the wedding day was captured in photographs. There was nothing that was missed.

Mark is so personable, he asked everyone's name in the bridal party and actually remembered them. It was so nice to hear names called out instead of hey you. I was very impressed with his ability to memorize everyone's name. Especially because we had a bridal party of 20.

I would 100% hire him again if I had to do it all over again. He was remarkable! Thank you Mark for a spectacular job!!!!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

16 Endorsements
Got You Cover'D Got You Cover'D Wedding Rentals

We are always thrilled to see Mark's photo's. They always look stunning1

At Your Service Weddings At Your Service Weddings Wedding Officiants

I have known Mark Nakamura since he began shooting weddings many years ago, and have enjoyed working with him often. He is a selfless professional who will give you more than you expect. I endorse him fully. Michael Taylor, At Your Service Weddings

Penny Beavers, Harpist Penny Beavers, Harpist Wedding Musicians

Mark Nakamura and I have done weddings together for years and years. What a special man Mark is -- his photography is remarkable -- your wedding will be extra special with Mark capturing your beautiful day for all time!

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Nakamura's Photography frequently asked questions

Nakamura's Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • Slideshow
Nakamura's Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Digital Files
Nakamura's Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
Nakamura's Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
Nakamura's Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Digital Files
  • Save the Date
Nakamura's Photography is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in value.
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