San Diego Wedding & Engagement Photographer
Welcome — I am so glad you are here. I am a San Diego wedding and engagement photographer with a passion for telling real love stories through images that feel natural, emotional, and timeless. Based in San Diego and available for destination weddings worldwide, I work with couples who want their photos to feel like them — not posed, not stiff, just beautifully real.
Whether you are planning a wedding at a stunning San Diego venue, looking for the perfect engagement session location, or searching for a San Diego wedding photographer who will make the entire experience feel easy and genuine — you have come to the right place. I photograph weddings and engagements throughout San Diego, La Jolla, Carlsbad, Temecula, and destinations worldwide.
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Wedding Photography
San Diego wedding photography is my greatest passion. From intimate elopements to grand celebrations, I document every real moment — the laughs, the tears, the quiet in between. Based in San Diego and available for destination weddings worldwide, I will be fully present for every moment of yours.
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Engagement Photography
San Diego engagement photography is one of my specialties. Your session is a chance to connect, explore a location you love, and feel comfortable in front of the camera before your big day. As your San Diego engagement photographer, I will guide you every step of the way so it feels completely natural.
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Family Photography
San Diego family photography sessions designed to capture who your family actually is right now — not just how you look. Using natural light and relaxed guidance across San Diego, La Jolla, Carlsbad, and beyond, I create images you will genuinely treasure for decades to come.
Meet Julio — San Diego Wedding Photographer
I'm Julio Fonyat, a San Diego wedding photographer originally from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where I grew up surrounded by photography, architecture, and art. At 15, my mother gave me my father's cameras, and that was the moment everything changed. I moved to San Diego in 2002 to pursue photography professionally and have been capturing weddings, engagements, and families across San Diego ever since.
As a San Diego wedding photographer, my style blends photojournalism with natural portraiture. I document real moments without interrupting them, so your images feel genuine, emotional, and timeless. I speak English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and I photograph weddings and engagements throughout San Diego, La Jolla, Carlsbad, Temecula, and destinations worldwide.
When you work with me, you are not just hiring a San Diego wedding photographer. You are working with someone who genuinely loves people, loves stories, and will be fully present for every moment of yours.
Jeune Perché Wedding | San Diego's Newest Luxury Wedding Venue
Greystone Mansion and Gardens Engagement Photos
Leo Carillo Ranch Wedding | Carlsbad Wedding Venue
San Diego Holiday Mini Sessions | Family Photographer & Beach Photos
La Jolla Martin Johnson House wedding
The Ultimate Skybox Wedding | San Diego Downtown Urban Wedding
Marian Bear Trail Engagement Photos | San Diego Engagement Photography
Cuvier Park Wedding | La Jolla Wedding Bowl
La Jolla Shores and Scripps Pier Engagement Session
Carlsbad Wedding at Cape Rey Resort
The Condor's Nest Ranch Wedding with Gabriel & Andrea
San Juan Capistrano Wedding with Tiffany & Hans
Brandon & Melissa’s Darlington House Wedding
Crystal Cove State Park Engagement Session
Malibu Solstice Vineyards Wedding Photography
San Diego Courthouse Wedding Photographer
Mt. Woodson Castle Wedding | San Diego Wedding Photographer
Surf Engagement Session with Zach & Giovanna
Zach & Giovanna’s Wedding at Scripps Seaside Forum
Justin & Eileen’s La Jolla Women’s Club Wedding
San Diego Rustic Engagement Session with Dave & Stacey
Tim & Jessica’s Balboa Park Engagement Photos | San Diego
Del Mar Country Club Wedding Photography with Mike & Dana
Abhijit & Karena’s Indian Wedding Photography
Karl Strauss Wedding Photographer for Carlos & Erica
Twin Oaks House & Gardens Estate Weddings - San Marcos
Leo Carrillo Ranch Wedding with David & Alessandra
Twin Oaks Garden and Estate Wedding with Fernando & Rogellyn
Eric & Brittani's Rancho Buena Vista Adobe Wedding Photos in San Diego
Mt. Woodson Castle Wedding in Ramona with Tim & Lisa
Luce Loft Wedding Photographer in Downtown San Diego
Nick & Mary’s Temecula Doffo Winery Wedding Photos
Mission Trails Engagement Session with Caleb & Alysson
Chris & Anna’s The Immaculata Catholic Church Wedding Photos
Mount Palomar Winery Wedding with Cara & Jaqueline
PETCO Park Engagement Session with Brian & Kristi
Los Willows Estate Wedding with Caleb & Alysson
San Diego Mini Session with The Elms | Balboa Park
Solana Beach Photography Sessions | San Diego Locations
Rancho penesquitos Ranch House Photography Sessions | San Diego
Pacific Beach Crystal Pier Family Photography in San Diego
La Jolla Shores and Scripps Pier Family Photography in San Diego
Solana Beach Family Mini Session in San Diego
Batiquitos Lagoon Trail Family Photography Sessions
Aliso Viejo Community Center Wedding in Orange County | Wedding Photographer
Aisha & Jason's Grand Tradition Estate Arbor Terrace Wedding | San Diego Wedding Photographer
Larissa & Mike's Grand Tradition Estate Beverly Mansion Wedding | San Diego Wedding Photographer
My name is Julio Fonyat, and I am a San Diego wedding photographer specializing in natural, timeless images that tell your story. Available for travel anywhere in the world, I also offer engagement photography, family photography, mini sessions, and more.
With every wedding, my mission is to deliver visually stunning photographs that feel genuine and emotional. Using a balanced blend of photojournalism and natural portraiture, I document every real moment with little intrusion so you can live your day fully.
In over a decade as a San Diego wedding photographer, I have had the privilege of shooting at some of the most beautiful venues across San Diego, La Jolla, Carlsbad, Encinitas, and Temecula, as well as destination weddings throughout the United States and around the world.
I would love to hear about your wedding, engagement, or family photography plans. Let's connect.
San Diego Mini Sessions — Now Available
Looking for beautiful, natural photos without the full session commitment? My San Diego mini sessions are perfect for families, couples, maternity, and seniors. Shot on location across San Diego using natural light, each session delivers 50 or more professionally edited images starting at just $250. Available at La Jolla Shores & Scripps Pier, Solana Beach, Batiquitos Lagoon in Carlsbad, Rancho Peñasquitos Ranch House, Pacific Beach & Crystal Pier, Balboa Park, Old Poway Park, and Carlsbad State Beach.
What Couples Are Saying About Their San Diego Wedding Photographer
"Julio took ridiculously beautiful photos of our wedding. He has a real eye for great shots and is always one step ahead of the action. A real professional who clearly loves the artistry of capturing beautiful moments."
— Ally + Jimmy, Darlington House Wedding, San Diego"So imagine what he can do with San Diego's gorgeous backdrop! He made our engagement pictures and wedding pictures spectacular. I have never seen pictures this phenomenal."
— Jill + John, Paradise Point Resort Wedding, San Diego
"He took the time to scout the area ahead of time and come up with beautiful locations. Everyone was so impressed by the way our photos turned out. Julio truly has an eye for finding the best places."
— Rachel + Dajen, Sheraton Carlsbad Wedding, Carlsbad