Rachel Levine

San Francisco Wedding Photographer

“My amazing team of artists and vendors is completely diverse. We come from many countries and represent a true rainbow. Welcoming couples from every culture and orientation with open arms is important to us.

When couples tell me that they finally feel supported and at peace with their wedding planning, it just lights me up. I'm here to help.”

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Rachel Is best known for her elegantly playful and diverse small weddings, photographed at the iconic San Francisco City Hall throughout the last decade. After serving many hundreds of couples there, she's taken her super powers as a creative storyteller and solver of all wedding planning problems out into the wonderlands of Northern California.

Inspired by places that are stunningly beautiful yet still affordable she loves finding creative twists to keep her couples excited about their weddings no matter what their budget. She specializes in couples coming into the area that look to her to create romantic itineraries that showcase the best the Bay Area has to offer, from Muir Woods and San Francisco down to Monterey and Carmel. With deep experience in both wedding photography, and all inclusive wedding planning, her goal is to support her couples on this part of their love story. She feels that everybody has a purpose in life, and this is hers.

Being an entrepreneur is in Rachel's blood. Her grandfather David founded the family business with a horse and cart in 1911, and her other grandfather Gerald was an avid photographer. Destiny combined both of their passions into her own company, Rachel Levine Photography.

Rachel feels lucky to live in the very inclusive and welcoming city of San Francisco, and says it’s unabashedly the perfect backdrop for all kinds of mischief and romance if you’re a photographer. She and her long time partner foster a variety of adorable adoptables with Muttville Senior Dog Rescue, and live with two kittens, Sebastian and Valentino. They've more recently added Mr. Turnip an ear tipped, toothless senior street cat, that they trapped and moved into his own private garden where they wait on him hand and paw. Traveling, days spent in nature, and a good book keep her calm. Weight training and fitness keep her happy.

 
 

Client Reviews

  • I can’t rave enough about our recent experience with Rachel Levine Photography. Rachel makes you feel like your best friend from the get-go and enthusiastically helped turn my scattered vision into reality. As for the wedding, it could not have been more perfect.

    -Lukia

  • Rachel and her team are beyond excellent, the made our special day so beautiful, more than we could imagine. We can't thank Rachel and the team enough for their amazing work from the start to the end everything went smoothly and no stress at all. we are very pleased and happy Thank you so much!!!

    -Dwi & Krist

  • From start to finish working with them was incredible. Rachel made everything so easy and stress free.

    -Carrie

  • Rachel and her team are SO fantastic… my experience with them far exceeded my expectations, and they worked with me on very short notice. They helped make my dream micro wedding come true! Worth every penny and then some. Rachel herself is fantastic, but every person on her team were equally outstanding to work with. Zero complaints, only praise. Thank you!

    -Megan

  • Rachel is a gem, talented on her craft,professional and very down to earth. We just had our 10th year Renewal of Vows and she made it so memorable.She was so helpful and really cares about her clients. She was responsive and helpful in planning from the moment I talked to her. She had the exact package of what we envisioned for our small wedding. We did our ceremony in SF City Hall and her craft is nothing but superb. She knows how to capture something magical. After the ceremony she took us to some beautiful spots in SF together with Drake( videographer) and captured more amazing photos for us. It did not stop there, we were so delighted how her team set up our picnic in the Palace of Fine Arts.Thanks Shawn. It was truly a lovely and memorable day for us and our families. Very grateful to her and her team for making our special day an unforgettable one. She is highly recommended and no doubt will hire her again for future events.

    -Flordeliza

  • Oh my gosh, I am so happy I chose Rachel and her team to handle our big day.I don’t think it’s possible to find these services at this quality anywhere else for a price better than this. The team truly cares about you and your day and getting the photos back was incredible. Everything is just perfect. If you’re thinking about Rachel’s team, I highly recommend. I’d book them over and over again, if only I could marry my husband over and over! Go with one of her packages. You won’t be disappointed.

    -Whitney S.

  • I can’t say enough amazing things about the team with Rachel Levine Photography!! Leza was our saving grace for our wedding, it was raining and we planned to have our ceremony at Muir Woods, however it didn’t stop pouring. It was truly magical and more than I could ever imagine on my wedding day! It was raining but there was a serenity about that day that filled our hearts with love as we start our journey of marriage! Highly recommend Rachel Levine and her team if you are looking to elope, this was the best decision we ever made! (I am in LOVE with our photos!) Thank you so much!

    -Syrena G.

  • This was the best decision I made. Rachel and her team are amazing. She is so knowledgeable and her warm and friendly personality makes it easy to connect. I am beyond happy with my experience. Great communication, helpful ideas, reasonable price, and gorgeous photos. So thankful to Rachel who supported me, Conrad who married us, and Mindy who captured the most beautiful photos!

    -Elise M.

  • We absolutely loved working with Rachel and her team for our SF city hall wedding! Rachel and Leza were very responsive, helpful, and lovely to speak with anytime we had questions. We purchased a 4 hour photography package, hair and make up, and officiant. It was all perfect.

    -Angie J.

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FAQ

 

01. When will we get our images?

Most galleries are delivered in three weeks, unless it's a very busy time of the year. However, if you have a specific reason that you must have them earlier, we can work with you.

02. How many images will be in our finished viewing gallery?

I don't like to give a set number because honestly, what if we want to do more? I will tell the full story of every segment of our time together and include absolutely everyone who was there. I'm going to edit the best of the day and if you want my unedited you're welcome to the outtakes.

03. What if we have somebody with special needs or mobility issues?

I'm very compassionate and patient with every single person who comes to your event. We've had plenty of cool kids with autism or other special needs at weddings. I grew up with a special needs relative and I'm very sensitive to making sure all guests are comfortable with my photography.

If you have folks who can't walk far and you need me to bring extra folding chairs for them, just let me know. We can also make sure to plan level ground for any guests in wheelchairs. Just let me know during the early planning phases. I'll make sure your day runs smoothly for everyone.

04. Are pets welcomed at weddings?

Please bring your pets to weddings. They lower my stress.

All kidding aside, volunteering with several animal rescues is a big part of my life and I welcome all pets to weddings. We've had cats and dogs, horses and donkeys so far.

05. Do you have any of those cute wedding props and signs?

I've always got a few cute signs and props packed into my camera bag. If there's something specific you'd like, just let me know and i'll see what I have for you to play with. As a bonus, wedding props are a great way to get fussy kids to focus.

06. Do you have a wedding arch we can use?

I do have several weddings arches and multiple faux flower displays. I rent this for a small nominal fee, and I'll bring it and set it up for you. Wedding arches aren't allowed at every location, so check in with me.