Business Details
San Francisco Bay Area Wedding & Family Photographer
Kirsty Edwards Photography is a Fine Art Wedding Photojournalism & Contemporary Portraiture Studio specializing in weddings, family, and engagement photography. With over two decades of experience capturing timeless moments, our approach combines a warm, down-to-earth personality with a commitment to personal connection, ensuring clients feel at ease while we document their most cherished memories. Our expertise extends across the San Francisco Bay Area, from intimate Redwood Grove ceremonies to destination weddings, with a focus on natural light and candid storytelling.As a mother of three, we understand the importance of preserving family milestones, offering year-round sessions that celebrate growth and connection. Our portfolio showcases a blend of playful and posed imagery, reflecting the unique personalities of every client we serve.
Services
Wedding Photography
Family Portraits
Engagement Sessions
Destination Weddings
Mini Sessions
Save the Date Photography
Golden Hour Sessions
Newborn Photography
Maternity Photography
Boudoir Sessions
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience documenting weddings and family milestones with a journalistic approach.
- Our personalized service prioritizes connection, ensuring clients feel comfortable and authentically represented.
- We specialize in both local and destination photography, with expertise in Northern California venues.
- Family sessions focus on capturing genuine interactions and growth through seasonal mini sessions.
- Our portfolio showcases a unique blend of fine art aesthetics and candid storytelling techniques.
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Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with a fine art photojournalism approach, blending candid storytelling and posed portraits. Our coverage spans from intimate ceremonies at Redwood Grove to grand celebrations at Stanford Memorial Church. We prioritize capturing authentic emotions and fleeting details, ensuring timeless images that reflect each couple's unique story while offering guidance for natural, relaxed moments.
Family Portraits
Creating heirloom-quality family portraits that celebrate growth and connection. Sessions focus on natural interactions, with seasonal mini sessions and full-year bookings available. As a mother of three, we understand how quickly children grow, offering personalized experiences that make photographing your family a joyful tradition while delivering artful images suitable for both holiday cards and wall displays.
Engagement Sessions
Crafting romantic engagement portraits that capture your relationship's essence. Sessions include location guidance across iconic Bay Area backdrops like the Golden Gate Bridge and Presidio. We help couples feel at ease in front of the camera while creating images perfect for save-the-dates or wedding decor, with optional hair/makeup trial coordination to streamline your planning process.
Destination Weddings
Providing photography services for weddings held outside the Bay Area, with experience documenting celebrations from Scotland to California's coastline. We work with couples planning remote venues or elopements, offering customized coverage that adapts to unique locations while maintaining our signature style of capturing authentic moments and environmental details.
Mini Sessions
Time-efficient portrait sessions ideal for families with young children or couples needing updated photos. Held seasonally in carefully scouted locations with optimal lighting, these 20-minute sessions balance posed and candid shots while maintaining artistic quality. Perfect for holiday cards or social media updates with minimal scheduling commitment.
People
Kirsty Edwards
Owner/Photographer
Scottish-born photographer with over 20 years documenting Bay Area weddings and families. Specializes in natural light photography and candid storytelling, bringing warmth and professionalism to every session. Mother of three, offering unique insight into family dynamics and milestone documentation.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We combine fine art aesthetics with photojournalism, capturing both candid moments and posed portraits with a contemporary, timeless approach.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes! While based in San Francisco, we photograph destination weddings globally and have experience working in diverse locations from Scotland to California's coastline.
How long are typical family sessions?
Full sessions last 1 hour, with mini sessions available at 20 minutes. We schedule multiple time slots daily to accommodate family needs.
What's included in wedding coverage?
Full-day coverage includes preparation shots, ceremony documentation, portraits, and reception highlights with online gallery delivery within 6-8 weeks.
How should we prepare for an engagement session?
Wear outfits reflecting your personal style, consider your chosen location, and plan for sunset timing to optimize lighting conditions during our 2-hour sessions.
Do you offer print services?
We provide high-resolution digital files with print rights, and can assist with professional printing options for wall art and albums.
