Cinematic Wedding Photography & Videography in San Francisco

About

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Documentary-Style Storyteller for Weddings, Events, and Portraits

"Hi, I’m Gleb ( Hlib)
I capture cinematic stories across the SF Bay Area - from weddings and City Hall elopements to corporate events.

Offering both photography and videography, I focus on raw, honest emotions without awkward posing. I document your day as it unfolds, so you can simply enjoy every moment."

What I capture

I photograph wedding's across California, focusing on real story candid expressions, true emotions, quiet details,
and the environment of your day.

Capturing the authentic connection between couples. I specialize in candid, natural engagement photography across the Bay Area, creating simple, true-to-you images that tell your unique story

I film weddings as they naturally unfold. My documentary-style approach focuses on preserving the genuine feeling of your day, delivering cinematic wedding films without forced posing or staging.

Engagement & Elopements

Cinematic Wedding Videography

Documentary Wedding Photography

Expert coverage for conferences and corporate events in San Francisco. I focus on important interactions, professional tone, and capturing the energy of your event as it naturally unfolds.

Iconic wedding photography at the San Francisco City Hall. I focus on the architecture and the intimate, honest expressions between couples within this legendary space.

A curated guide to the best photography spots in San Francisco, from the Golden Gate Bridge to Baker Beach. Every location offers a unique combination of cinematic light and mood for your session.

Corporate Event Photography

San Francisco Location Guide

SF City Hall Weddings

Creative video production and interview filming. Using both candid storytelling and guided scenes to produce high-quality video content tailored to your specific goals.

Real, unposed event documentation. I focus on people, human connections, and the organic energy of your event in San Francisco, capturing moments exactly as they unfold.

Documentary Event Photography

Authentic portrait photography and professional headshots. From individual branding to personal sessions, I aim to create images that reflect your true personality and style.

Video & Interviews

Portrait Photography

Cinematic Storytelling in the SF and Bay Area

Wedding days at City Hall or events across the Bay Areaare defined by movement, not stillness.

Sfilm is built on the idea that the best images are not created-they are found. I don’t freeze the action or turn your day into a photoshoot; instead, I find the moments as they naturally unfold.

While I prioritize candid storytelling, I also provide gentle guidance when needed. I know that being in front of a camera can be intimidating, so I step in to help with posing or timing to ensure you feel comfortable and confident, not stiff or awkward.

You aren’t getting a cookie-cutter experience; you are getting an honest, high-fidelity edit of how your day actually felt-blending your natural energy with my direction to create something timeless.

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Investment & Photography Rates

I am a San Francisco wedding photographer and videographer providing professional services across the Bay Area, including SF City Hall and beyond.

My packages are designed to preserve the genuine feeling of your day, ensuring your story is captured in its raw, authentic beauty.

Pricing & Packages

Rates typically range from $300 to $800 per hour. Final pricing depends on the specific coverage, timing, and creative scope of your wedding or event.
Deliverables

There are no limits on the number of photos taken. You will receive 40-70 professionally edited, high-resolution digital images for every hour of coverage.
Editing

Every image is professionally edited with a meticulous focus on color, light, and composition to ensure a timeless, cinematic look.
⏱ Delivery time

Photos are delivered within one week. Films require additional time due to the complex nature of storytelling and detailed sound design.
📅 Booking

To secure your date, a $100-$300 deposit is required. Once the deposit is received, your date is exclusively reserved, and no other bookings will be accepted for that time. Deposits are non-refundable.
Do you offer photography and videography together?

Engagement and Wedding Photography & Videography Services: While I specialize in both fields, trying to cover these roles simultaneously compromises the quality and consistency of the work. To ensure the highest level of storytelling and technical excellence, I recommend handling them separately

Have a project in mind or want to book a session? Booking inquiries and availability

- feel free to get in touch.

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