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My philosophy is simple: photography should feel honest. From grand celebrations to quiet in-betweens, I preserve moments as the eyes remember them — filled with presence, connection, and meaning.

With a storyteller’s heart and an eye for the unnoticed,

sf Bay area | ca + destinations around the world

Visionary, Artist, and Wedding Photographer

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My vision is to create timeless photographs that feel true to life. I believe the most powerful images come from being fully present — whether it’s a quiet glance, a burst of laughter, or the way light falls in a fleeting second.

Every story I tell is guided by honesty and care, blending candid authenticity with refined artistry. My goal is simple: to preserve your day in a way that allows you to return to it, not just with your eyes, but with your heart.

Photography is more than images — it’s presence, connection, and noticing the moments that matter most.

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elegant & true

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Half Moon Bay, California

Gilroy, Caliornia

Morgan Hill, California

Hastings house

Tuscany Escape

willow heights mansion

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Vinh Nguyen is a Bay Area–based photographer with over 15 years of experience documenting weddings, portraits, and milestone moments. His work blends candid storytelling with fine-art portraiture, creating imagery that feels both timeless and true to life.

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- jeff and vanessa

As a bride, I had so many little worries running through my head—timelines, details, and just hoping everything would come together. But with Vinh, photography was the one thing I never had to stress about. He made us feel so comfortable that we could just be present and enjoy the day. When I look at our photos now, I see the real emotions, the little glances, the happy tears—all the things I was afraid might slip by unnoticed. Vinh didn’t just give us photos; he gave us peace of mind, and that was priceless.

“Looking back, one of the biggest reliefs of our wedding day was knowing we could fully trust Vinh.”

- maggie and chris

“Vinh has a way of capturing both the grand and the quiet moments in a way that feels effortless. On our wedding day, he blended in so seamlessly that we almost forgot the camera was there — yet he somehow managed to preserve every glance, laugh, and tear. Looking through our gallery feels like reliving the day, not just seeing it. His photographs are timeless, filled with emotion, and something we’ll cherish for the rest of our lives.”