SAN FRANCISCO CITY HALL
San Francisco City Hall
Wedding and Elopement Photographer
Marble staircases, arched golden light, and the two of you, in the most beautiful building in the city.
YOUR CITY HALL EXPERT
City Hall is one of the places I photograph most, and I know every corner of it.
Just steps from my own neighborhood, San Francisco City Hall is one of my favorite places on earth to document a wedding day.
I know the light that pours through the arches on a quiet weekday morning, the best floors and staircases for portraits, and the rhythm of the day from the ceremony to the last frame.
No stiff poses. No fake smiles. I believe in directing, not posing, so you can be fully present while I document the real thing, the way you look at each other, the nervous laugh before the vows, the stillness right after.
So when you hire me for your City Hall wedding, you are not just hiring a photographer. You are hiring someone who has done this here, many times over, and who will walk you through every step so the morning feels calm and effortless instead of rushed. I can even be your witness if you need one.
Your Wedding Day is Not a Photoshoot
Your wedding day is more than just a photoshoot, it’s a reflection of your love, filled with meaningful moments that truly matter. You deserve a celebration that feels effortless, intimate, and filled with pure joy.
Your day should be a true expression of your love story, one where every moment is felt, cherished, and lived fully. It’s about being present with the one who means the most, embracing the emotions, and experiencing one of life’s most beautiful milestones in a way that feels authentic to you.
Warm light pouring through the arched windows. Your footsteps echoing up the grand marble staircase. The hush of the rotunda early on a weekday morning, before the building fills. A morning at City Hall means trading the long guest list and the endless checklist for vows, a breathtaking room, and each other. No stiff poses. No fake smiles. I believe in directing, not posing, so you can be fully present while I document the real thing, the way you look at each other, the nervous laugh before the vows, the stillness right after.
Reach out and let’s create your dream day together.
by the numbers
40
countries visited
100+
5 Star Reviews from happy couples
400+
Couples Photographed
17+
Years behind the camera
45+
My work featured in publications
Your love. Your moments. Documented with intention.
No stiff poses. No fake smiles.
Just honest storytelling through candid, emotive photography.
What it’s like to work together
More than photographs. A day handled beautifully, start to finish.
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Reach out!
Whether you have everything booked already or you are just starting the process, I can help. '
Reach out with any questions and I will share my advice on the best days and times to be there.
And if your ceremony is already booked, we will chat through your timeline and what you want the day to feel like.
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planning
I send my full City Hall planning guide to every couple I work with. It walks you through everything you need to know to plan your day.
From there, I am with you every step of the way, building a timeline that feels relaxed and unrushed so you can simply enjoy it.
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Your Big Day
On the day, I document all the moments that matter and guide you through the building so we make beautiful photos in all of its incredible halls.
And when your day is done, you leave with Polaroids in hand, something tangible to hold onto right away while your full gallery is on its way.
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delivery
Your sneak peeks arrive within 48 hours, and your full gallery follows within 6 weeks, all delivered in high resolution through an easy online gallery you can share and print from.
Every single photo is edited with care. I remove the strangers and distractions in the background, and gently polish the details so you look and feel your best.
City Hall Awaits.
Let’s create some memories.
EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACEYour full City Hall guide, so every question is answered before you ask it.
Every couple I work with receives my complete City Hall guide. It walks you through the whole experience, exactly what is included, and the answers to every question couples have before booking. Here is a glimpse of what is inside.A floor-by-floor tour of City Hall, so you know every beautiful spot before you arrive.
The different kinds of ceremonies, and what each one is really like.
How to plan your day and build a relaxed, unrushed timeline.
Where to stay and what to wear, hand-picked for you.
Meaningful ways to include your kids, your dog, your culture, and the loved ones who cannot be there.
My trusted local vendors, from hair and makeup to florals, officiants, planners, and music.
Beautiful add-on locations, from the Palace of Fine Arts to the redwoods, the coast, or a full adventure.
The day-of essentials: timing, parking, and the shots you do not want to miss.
The insider things to know about City Hall, from the light and the crowds to holiday closures.
And that is only the guide. From your first message to your final gallery, I am beside you for all of it.
When you work with me, the planning is never something you carry alone.
“Unmatched, epic, insanely talented artist and masterpiece! We truly cannot say enough incredible things about Julia Goldberg. From the very first email, zoom meetings, to the moment she arrived at our hotel the morning of our wedding to the very last minute eight hours later, she was the definition of professionalism, talent, and calm energy. Julia gave my husband and I our dream wedding day in every sense of the word. Her attention to detail, direction, and posing skills made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera, and she somehow managed to keep everything running smoothly while still making it so fun and natural. She was an absolute ROCKSTAR the entire day, anticipating moments before they happened and capturing them so beautifully and effortlessly. When working with her, you feel as if you’ve known her your whole life. Beyond her impressive talent, Julia is just an amazing person to be around. She is personable, friendly, kind, funny, and so outgoing, it honestly felt like we had a close friend by our side all day. That kind of presence made such a difference and allowed us to be fully present and enjoy every moment of our wedding day. And the sneak peek photos… omg we were BEYOND blown away and I cried tears of joy and am still at a loss for words looking at them everyday! Receiving them in less than 48 hours was already impressive, but the photos themselves were beyond anything we could have imagined—stunning, romantic, emotional, and perfectly capturing the magic of our day. She is worth every penny and more! From the day I found her Instagram and website, I knew there was no other photographer I could use for our wedding. Whether you’re getting married at the iconic San Francisco City Hall, on a Safari in Africa, or under the northern lights, she has the itinerary mapped out to a T and gives you the resources to make your day absolutely seamless while always keeping you in the loop and making you feel important and valued. It was truly a dream come true to have Julia as our wedding photographer. We could not have had a more treasured and memorable day without her, and we will be forever grateful. 10000000/10 experience and I want to get married over and over just to have her shoot us again!”
Tawny and William
San Francisco City Hall
The Investment
Packages and Pricing
Package 1: 2 Hours at City Hall – $2,000
Two hours is the minimum amount of time I need to fully capture your day at City Hall. It’s a big, beautiful building with so many amazing photo spots, and two hours ensures we aren’t rushed. For weddings with fewer than 10 to 15 guests or for just the two of you, this is usually the perfect amount of time to capture your ceremony, group photos, and portraits around the venue.
Package 2: 3 Hours – $2,800
This option is ideal if you’ll have more than 15 guests joining you at City Hall. Three hours allows plenty of time for your ceremony, group photos, and couple’s portraits without feeling rushed. You can also use this package for two hours inside City Hall and one additional hour at another location around San Francisco for even more variety in your photos.
Package 3: 5 Hours – $4,500
This package is perfect if you want more of your story documented. We can customize the coverage however you’d like—whether that’s getting ready photos, portraits at multiple locations around San Francisco, or coverage of your celebration afterward.
Need more than five hours of coverage? No problem! We can create a day that’s custom to your needs!
Sneak Peeks delivered within 48 hours
Location guide for San Francisco if you’d like to add on additional locations
Timeline creation and consultation
Edits will include all people taken out of your photos so you look like the only people there!
Every collection includes
My complete City Hall Planning Guide
Online Gallery and full printing rights
100+ edited and high-resolution images
Polaroids taken throughout your day that you can take home day-of
Gallery delivered within 6 weeks of your wedding
Take Home photos ON Your Big Day!
I know it can be incredibly difficult to wait for your photos! You just had the best day of your life and you want to see your photos IMMEDIATELY!
As part of my City Hall packages, I include a special touch to make your day even more memorable: Polaroid photos taken throughout your celebration.
These instant prints document candid moments and raw emotions in real-time, offering you a unique, tangible keepsake. You’ll get to take these Polaroids home with you the same day, creating immediate, beautiful memories that you can hold onto forever. It's the perfect way to relive your day in a personal, nostalgic way!
Let’s Create
Your Dream Day Together.
When you book with me my top goal is to make you feel as comfortable as possible every step of the way.
I get to know each and every one of my clients so I can create the right experience for you. Every couple is unique and wants something different from their special day and I truly take this to heart.
When you book with me, you are booking someone who will be on your side, take the stress out of planning, and turn your big day into something incredible, giving you that time back to focus on all the fun parts of your big day!
Ready to Start Planning
Your Dream Day?
FAQs
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I am with you the whole way. We build a timeline together around your schedule and I help you think through the details most couples do not know to ask about. The planning should feel exciting, not overwhelming, and that is as much my job as the photographs are.
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More than okay, and you are in good company. I believe in directing, not posing, so you are never left stiffly arranging yourselves. I gently guide you, then I document the real thing: the way you look at each other, the nervous laugh before the vows, the stillness right after. I get camera shy too, so I truly understand.
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Yes, and I am always honored to. If you need someone to sign for you, I am happy to. It is one of the small, personal ways I get to be part of your day.
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Absolutely, and I love when couples do. After City Hall we can continue at the Palace of Fine Arts, along the coast at Baker Beach or Lands End, or among the redwoods. Tell me what you dream of, and I will build a relaxed timeline around it so the day feels entirely yours.
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I generally say at least 50 photos per hour of shooting.
But, I'm not one to hold back, so I guarantee, you're getting ALL the good ones!
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Reach out and tell me your date and what you are dreaming of. I take a limited number of couples each year so every one has my full attention, and from your first message, we plan your City Hall day together.