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Nordlys Photography, named after the Norwegian term for Northern Light, is a San Francisco Bay Area-based photography team specializing in capturing magical moments in natural light. Thank you for considering our services. Please note that our starting rate for all services is $500, and we kindly ask that inquiries regarding price negotiations be avoided. We typically charge on an hourly basis, with a two-hour session priced at $700 and a three-hour session at $1,050, with additional time billed accordingly.

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Current Top Pro

Hired 45 times

Serves San Francisco, CA

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1 employee

6 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2023

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186 photos

Wedding and Event Photography - San Francisco 2024
Wedding and Event Photography

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Kimy R.

Sep 25, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

OMG. Just OMG. Fred is awesome! I stupidly decided to put together a surprise elopement in a very public spot with Elvis officiating on four weeks notice. The night before the wedding at 1030p my original photographer asked to push back the time by two hours. In a PANICKED frenzy I started looking online. Within 15 minutes Fred responded to my message for help with an actual phone call. Like wow. At this point I was just hoping for better than my 9 year old daughter haphazardly taking photos. I asked Fred if it would be possible to do non standard photos because I was hoping for an editorial style. But really, I would be happy with a simple record of the event. Not only did he come early, but literally added to the surprise as he guided my unknowing groom towards what he thought was a random Elvis in SF. That alone was priceless. Did I mention I hate pictures. But he talked us through everything in such a manner that I didn't even notice. The best part is when I got the gallery a FEW days later and every single picture captured the random moments of getting married in a park in SF in front of a muni stop. Perfect. Absolutely beautiful. Even makes up for my dress being two sizes too big. Thanks, Fred! You were amazing!

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Candid • Artful composition and lighting • Natural or environmental • Fashion or editorial • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography

Casey W.

Sep 14, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

Fred from Nordly’s Photography did an amazing job with my surprise engagement photos. I inquired here on Thumbtack and he responded almost immediately, I let him know the date I was hoping to propose and we developed a solid plan during the first phone call. A few days before the planned date, he sent over some info for the day of which really helped me execute everything we talked about. I really appreciate his professionalism throughout the entire process! On the day of the proposal everything worked out as we had planned and my fiancé had no idea! Fred was very kind and patient during the actual shoot and was also nice enough to pick up some roses and champagne last minute which made a really nice touch to the proposal! I highly recommend his services, the actual photos came out beautiful (even though the weather wasn’t as nice as we had hoped). My surprise proposal ended up being one of the best days of my life and I couldn’t have pulled it off without the help of Fred from Nordly’s Photography!

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Candid • Artful composition and lighting • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • Ability to purchase prints online • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography

Stephanie S.

Apr 1, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

Great shooting experience. Fred did an excellent job engaging my toddler and accommodating my last minute photo session request. He found the perfect spot on a gloomy, rainy day. He’s an extremely passionate and professional photographer. The pictures are beautiful and of great quality. I highly recommend Nordlys Photography.

Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • I'm flexible • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location

Portrait Photography

Parth N.

Mar 25, 2024

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This was my first experience with a photographer and working with Fred @ Nordlys was an amazing experience. He guided me through the entire process and helped quell any nerves I was having. He gave us direction when needed and also let us be ourselves as well. And on top of that, the photos that he delivered were outstanding. Thanks Fred! Thanks for making our proposal a memorable one. Riddhi and Parth <3

Details: Couples portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

Pallav G.

Feb 15, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

I had a great experience, between the phone consultation and the actual event everything when smoothly and seamlessly. I enjoyed every bit of the experience. My photos came out amazing!

Details: Other • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download

Wedding and Event Photography

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Fredrik Kalstveit

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
We normally charge 350 hourly (one shooter). If the project requires two shooters, we charge 500. We offer discounts if the project last for more than one hour.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We like to talk to customers in advance to learn (and in some cases helps them define) the vision and direction of their project. After shooting, we deliver packages of high res edited photos within 5-10 business days.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
We are trained photographers from Norway and Mongolia. Since graduation we have worked more than 15 years in the industry doing different types of work ranging from editorial photography to wedding photography.

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