Rikki Ward Photography
Photographer
Rikki Ward Photography
Based in Oakland, CA, USA
- Photos
- 315
- Albums
- 10
Average Response Time 1-2 hrs
About Rikki Ward Photography
Founded in 2010
Rikki Ward Photography is a Bay Area–based studio serving San Francisco, Oakland, and beyond. With over two decades of experience rooted in film and documentary tradition, Rikki brings a natural, down-to-earth approach to every session. Her work is defined by an effortless blend of photojournalism and fine art, capturing real moments rather than staged poses. Whether photographing weddings, families, or everyday milestones, she creates imagery that feels honest, timeless, and full of emotion—inviting clients to simply be present while she tells their story through her lens.
Available In
- San Francisco
- Napa Valley
- Monterey
- Santa Barbara
Event Albums 10

Intersect Power Corporate Shoot
San Francisco, CA, USA
Corporate Event

Cozy Halloween-themed Santa Cruz Mountains wedding
Ben Lomond, CA, USA
Wedding

Step Into this Meaningful Bar Mitzvah in San Rafael with Artistic and Natural Photography
San Rafael, CA, USA
Bar Mitzvah

See this Lively Bar Mitzvah Celebration at Kapwa Gardens in San Francisco Captured with Warmth and Natural Light
San Francisco, CA, USA
Bar Mitzvah

This Glen Ellen Wedding Radiated Whimsy, Love, and Effortless Outdoor Elegance
Glen Ellen, CA 95442, USA
Wedding

Experience this Whimsical Wedding at Madonna Inn Filled with Playful Charm and Vintage Color
San Luis Obispo, CA, USA
Wedding
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Pricing Packages
Updated 6 months ago
Download PDFRikki Ward Photography Pricing
- Minimum Spend
- $1,200
Wedding pricing starts at $2,600. Standard Corporate Event pricing includes 1 photographer at a rate of $400/hour, editing and digital delivery of edited images. Additional photographers and videography is available for an additional fee. Please inquire for rates and availability.
Services
Destination
Custom Albums
Second Shooter
FAQs 11
- What is your pricing?
- Pricing starts at $500/hour, with a 3-hour minimum. 24-hour turnaround is available for an additional fee.
- Will you edit and color correct my photos?
- Yes! Of course. All delivered galleries include standard editing - exposure and color correction. More extensive retouching (blemish removal, complexion / hair smoothing, background adjustment) is available fir an additional fee.
- How would you describe your event photography style?
- My general style is photojournalistic, with an emphasis on capturing emotions and connections between people. I love not just documenting an event, but capturing the tone and feeling of what it was like to be there.
- What venues have you worked at before?
- In my 20+ years photographing around the Bay Area, I've worked at some incredible spaces. Some recent favorites are: -111 Minna, SF -The Inn at Presidio, SF -Sequoia Retreat Center, Ben Lomond -Headlands Center for the Arts, Sausalito -Cavallo Point, Sausalito -Strauss Home Ranch, Marshall, CA
- What event photography services do you offer?
- I shoot primarily Corporate Events and Weddings. My corporate rate is $500/hour, with a 3-hour minimum. This includes travel within 50 miles of Oakland, shoot time, and gallery of edited images delivered within one week of shoot date. My Weddings start at $2,600 for up to 4 hours of coverage.




