Wedding Photographers in Arcata, CA

Wedding Photographers in Arcata, CA

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Danielle Bennink Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

A true artist at heart, Danielle has spent over twenty-five years behind a camera. For over a decade she has specialized in recording couples and families in some of their most joyous moments. Utilizing both digital and film, she documents not only the major moments, but the minor moments, too, that sometimes go amiss: the grandmother gazing fondly at the new generation. The proud tearful eyes of a parent watching as their child embarks on an exciting new chapter. Big or small, with her trained eye Danielle captures every brushstroke to fully realize the memory of your special day.

Working with Danielle Bennie Photography was an absolute dream! From the initial consultation to the final delivery of the photos, Danielle exhibited unparalleled professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail. Her ability to capture the essence of the moment is truly remarkable. Danielle's warm and friendly demeanor made the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. She took the time to understand our vision and preferences, ensuring that every shot reflected our personalities and the mood we wanted to convey. The quality of the photographs exceeded our expectations. Each image was beautifully composed, with stunning colors and clarity. Danielle's artistic eye and technical skill transformed ordinary moments into extraordinary memories that we will cherish forever. Moreover, Danielle's turnaround time was impressive. We received our edited photos in a timely manner without compromising on quality. In conclusion, Danielle Bennie Photography delivers nothing short of excellence. If you're looking for a talented photographer who is passionate about her craft and dedicated to her clients, look no further. We wholeheartedly recommend Danielle Bennie Photography for any occasion!
Everything Captured, 6 months ago
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Stef Mishica Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Wedding and Portrait Photographer based in the Twin Cities, MN. Always down to travel. ↠ Ravenclaw ↠ Bibliophile ↠ INTJ ↠ Loud Laugher ↠ DogMama ↠ Nerd ↠ Crafter My favorite thing about what I do is human connection. Whether that’s me photographing the connection that you have with each other, or me making new connections with each one of my clients. I love it all and am elated when my cup runneth over.

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You'll be in good hands with Stef! She was fun and easygoing that made the entire photography process smooth! She also helped gather and direct our wedding party and guests for all the important photos. The final photos had great quality and perfectly captured the theme and feel of our wedding. We couldn't be happier with the work Stef did for our wedding!
Emily K., 13 days ago
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Rachel V King Lifestyle 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

If you are looking for your photographer to create beautiful, fine art images that you can look back on years to come and remember how you felt just by looking at a picture, I think we're a perfect fit! I'm here for the relationships and memories that matter and to capture all of your real moments that make your life so amazing! Working with me is knowing your final product speaks to who you are as a couple (as well as gaining a friend for life). I'm not just your wedding photographer..I'm your forever photographer! Ready for your next step? Check out our packages and message me to chat and start planning!

Rachel and her team made our stressful and busy day absolutely wonderful, and now that we have our photos back, there is no denying that they were THE standout of all of those that we booked! The only thing that I would change is that she now has a new addition of a content creator that I have no doubt would be amazing! Our package included film and polaroids and Super 8 for Wedding Day and the night before. From a boudoir session in her amazing studio, a Welcome Dinner on a sailboat, different getting ready locations and all around our venue, each part was unique! Getting ready, first touch, the ceremony, cocktail hour, portraits, reception, and golden hour each have a unique different focus, which I absolutely love. The polaroids were an amazing touch, and the different types of film were such a vibe! I could not ask for more to have captured our memories and make them feel timeless! Of all of the research I had attempted to do to look for a photographer, Rachel was perfect and surpassed expectations! She and her team were flexible, experienced, professional, and have tremendous range. It was so evident that they put in work before the events to know what we were looking for. She even has great recommendations for other vendors and her connections show how well respected she is. Rachel also has a wonderful personality that seems to click with anyone. Rachel was wonderful to work with from the start. She had clear and consistent communication and it’s obvious that she is professional that loves what she does, and through our multiple sessions I had no doubt that she had our best interest in mind and was happy to be behind the camera and supporting us. The team was constantly multi-tasking, aware of what was going on, caused no concerns for us, but also always seemed to be in the right place at the right moment. She and her team were more than familiar with our timeline, what we wanted most out of the day, and needed no reminders, and as things will inevitably happen, they were quick to adjust with a smile. Time goes by so quickly during the events, and she and her team were always prepared and making what we had hoped and planned for happen! After our initial inquiry, Rachel responded quickly and we scheduled a video call, during which she was super engaged and attentive! We could tell that she really listened to what we shared we were looking for and seemed genuinely excited for what we were planning and happy to be a part of it. Her service guide and contract were clear and so were expectations. My husband and I could tell from the start that she not only had a great eye but had the business part of what she does down as well. There wasn’t a single instance during the period of time we worked together that I had doubts or felt on edge about our decision to go with her or that the end product from her team would be lacking. She checked in often and asked for a detailed questionnaire and mood board not only as a part of the inquiry, but also closer to the day which I loved as over months and months of planning things do shift and change. They did a great job of capturing candid moments and getting group shots. They were somehow able to let us enjoy the experience but also get those specific shots we’d requested. They were able to make each part of the day fun, memorable, and unique. We are so happy to say that we have traditional family portraits, candid, and even photos that look editorial!
Emily H., 4 days ago
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Ross Kyker Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Hey we're Ross, Brittany and River (our new daughter). We're a husband and wife team of 14 years! We live full time in our RV with our 4 rescues (3 cats and a dog - Hemi, Khleo, Khaleesi and Barton (RIP Lola) and have had the privilege of photographing in some of the most epic landscapes and wedding venues the US and world has to offer. We split our time between Colorado and Las Vegas (and everywhere in between and around) but our bags are always packed and ready to travel!

Awarded Best of Zola
We booked our wedding photography and videography with Ross and his wife (they are a team :)) and couldn’t be happier! Clear and consistent communication, friendly and professional demeanor, and INCREDIBLE artistic eye. Ross and Brittany are just so dang nice the beautiful photos are a bonus ;) Ross answered all of our questions and made my husband and I so comfortable during the portrait shoots. Highly recommend. Thank you, Ross and Brittany!!
Loren K., a year ago
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Abigail Footography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

I am a passionate Boho Upstate NY wedding photographer dedicated to capturing the love between couples, ensuring that these cherished moments are preserved for a lifetime. Life is fleeting, and I believe in commemorating those precious moments because one day, those tiny hands will be grown, the hands we exchange rings with will become wrinkled, and all we'll have left are memories. That's where I come in—I specialize in capturing the essence of your special moments, whether it's a Family Session, Wedding, or any significant life event, providing you with timeless images to cherish forever.

We had Abi do our small wedding 2 years ago and loved our experience. And since then she has only grown in her abilities and style. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience.
Jasmin E., 4 months ago
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Blackcap Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

I am lucky; I get to do what I love for a living, have a ton of fun doing it, and meet a lot of great people along the way. It's a bonus that I get to also travel a lot for it as well. I hope to always bring that enthusiasm and fun to every wedding as well. I tell myself before every wedding to treat it like it was my very first. I do only weddings, and I only do 30 per year. This lets me focus on my couples and their weddings, and to tell their stories completely. Over 400 weddings spanning 12+ years. And I have never missed a one. Not even late. I may not take myself too seriously, but I take my commitment to my couple seriously.

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Cody was brilliant! I could not recommend him enough. I’m usually very camera anxious and hate my picture being taken so having a photographer follow me around for an entire day would typically be my nightmare. However, Cody made me so comfortable and was such a calming energy. I LOVE how our photos turned out and my husband and I look so natural and fantastic in every picture! My only complaint it how I’m going to be able to decide which ones to frame for my walls…I may need more walls!
Shelby, 9 months ago
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Alton Richardson Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Alton Richardson Studios is a wedding and elopement photographer based in Boulder, CO. I specialize in modern and traditional weddings and adventurous elopements. I take a mostly documentary approach to my photography while adding an element of fine art. I capture the intimate and quiet moments that happen throughout the day. I prefer to prompt rather than pose, providing opportunities for couples to interact naturally and organically. With a heavy focus on natural light, I'm constantly playing with the sun and shadows, finding something unique and extraordinary in the ordinary. My images are bold and epic yet intimate and artistic.

Alton was such a huge help in helping us plan and coordinate our Colorado wedding! He went above and beyond to make sure we had everything sorted out and arranged well beforehand as we were coming from out-of-state. He was prompt and professional throughout the entire process and we loved our final images!
Jessica B., 2 months ago
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Lionvale Films 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

If you have made it this far on your Journey, that can only mean that you are madly in love and ready to take the next step. At Lionvale Films we customize the entire experience from Storytelling Photography to Cinematic Films. Our inspiration comes from Vintage Film, and through a unique process each love story is individually crafted to be shared and re-lived over and over again.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had Mike from lionvale films wedding shoot my wedding last august and I can’t stress enough the fact that him and his team were wonderful. They’re super professional and fun to be around at the same time. Me and my wife are not the type to be in front of the camera but they made us feel so comfortable and the results were AMAZING!
Arthur, a year ago
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Amanda Brooke Photos 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Hey there!! I am an adventure seeker who has a passion for capturing the wildly in love couples! No matter where you are or where you want to go! I am SO there! I love being able to tell your story and show everyone the love you have for each other! Not only do I promise to give you an outstanding experience but I promise you will always have a friend in me for life! So lets do this!! I cannot wait to meet you! Xo -Amanda

Awarded Best of Zola
So easy to work with and extremely professional. We always love working with vendors that understand the clients vision and works well with everything. Couldn’t recommend them more!
Cherish Simpson, 3 years ago
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DeGroot Film Co. 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

WE ARE KATIE & DEVIN. We're in love & we shoot other people in love. It's hard to call just one place home. We're born and raised in Wisconsin, but there are pieces of our hearts in both Colorado and California, the two places where we have traveled the most together. We specialize in couples who are madly in love and who have a sense of humor. We prefer to tell your story, rather than make another generic love story. We want to capture raw emotions. We want you to giggle and we want you to dance.

Awarded Best of Zola
I would hire Degroot Film again and again. We had such a great experience with Katie & Devin for our wedding. They were responsive, had fair prices, and took the most beautiful photos. The quality of their work is top notch. I highly recommend Degroot Film for any type of photoshoot, but especially for weddings. You will not be disappointed!
Madison Kemnitz, a year ago
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The Iris Image 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Hi there! We are Cassie and Arthur West, the artists behind The Iris Image. Our passion is chasing captivating and romantic love stories around the globe. Through the art of photography and filmmaking, our forté is bringing your visions and dreams to life. We love people and we love getting to share these incredibly special life moments with our clients. Expressing our creativity in these moments sets our souls on fire and inspires us to bring to life art our client’s will cherish forever. Something that started as a hobby has turned into a dream career and each wedding day we share with an amazing couple is truly treasured!

Awarded Best of Zola
I can't even explain how incredible the Iris Image team is to work & creative with! If you are looking for a photo & video team that is incomparable to the rest look no further. We as a planning company know that your experience of your wedding day team means everything. But with The Iris Image team we know it starts WAY before that & ends with a “Wow I can’t believe the wedding day is over. I want to be best friends with them forever & how they document all my moments of life”. THEY ARE THAT GOOD. We love that as soon as your inquiry is sent in that you're going to be blown away with just that intro call. Why? Because they take the time to dive into every part of you so they can be the best creative team for you. From the start they make a unique client experience with our couples that is handcrafted for them. It is the same for all couples that want to work with this team. It is just how they roll. A luxury experience in & out. From our personal & professional experience working with Cassie & Arthur we know our couples are going to get to work with the best of the best when booking this dynamic duo. They truly take the time to make your day a custom & completely personalized experience by building a relationship with the two of you. From going over all the "must have" moments of your day to even just asking for outfit advise on your engagement session they are here to be your professional experts on all things media. We consistently recommend Cassie & Arthur to our couples because we know they will get an incredible gallery & video that you’ll watch for years to come. What is even more amazing it that you’ll be able to look back on those photos & video feeling the rush of emotion & happy high you felt on that exact day. Hiring this team means it will be one of the best highlight of your day with the capturing all the special moments that matter & highlight your incredible love story.
Ember and Stone Events, 2 years ago
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Ty Z Wilson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,625
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Growing up, I wanted to be a writer. I never imagined I would use photography to help tell stories. You and your partner are already writing the story of your love. I have the honor to help tell that story through photography. We are here to celebrate the story of who you were, who you are, and who you are becoming in every shape, size, skin complexion, religion, ability, and orientation.

Awarded Best of Zola
I've loved working with Ty! Ty is always a joy to be around. His professionalism and support on a wedding day are exactly what a professional needs while working. And his work is exactly what I look for when hiring a second photographer. I will always recommend!
Alex Marquardt, 3 years ago
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The Luke Films 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

At The Luke Films. Since our inception in 2016, we've been dedicated to capturing the magic of weddings in a unique, dynamic, and fun way. We believe that every moment of your special day deserves to be celebrated and preserved with utmost care and creativity. We have covered more than 200 weddings.

We could not recommend Lucas enough to book as your videographer/photographer. He is SO talented, easy to work with and quite honestly blew our expectations. He made us feel so special, went above and beyond to capture our day and the quality of work is really amazing. It’s something we’ve rewatched, shared, and have received loads of compliments from. Book him!!!!!
Deborah G., 7 months ago
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Wild Honey Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

I’m Jackie- Your guide to planning a unique, customized elopement day experience anywhere in the world. While I am based in Southern California, I help couples all over the world plan and execute their dream elopements. I help you through the process step-by-step with location recommendations, local vendor recommendations, excursion and activity ideas, timeline planning, and more. You can find more about adventure elopements and myself + get in touch with me about your elopement vision through my website!

I love working with jackie at weddings and on styled shoots! She always shares sneak peeks asap and it’s nice when a photographer sends a gallery so that I can have photos to showcase my work. Her photo style is my favorite and she’s always so much fun to work with!
Destinie Richardson, 3 years ago
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Rachel Case Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

I love the beauty of nature, people, natural light, and raw emotion. Which is one of the things I am most proud of about the work I produce. I strive to capture the beauty of these things in my work each and every day. I started photography when I was in high school, and was instantly connected to the feeling of capturing memories that last forever. I have always been a creative mind, so finding a passion that makes me feel exactly where I am supposed to be is so rewarding.

Awarded Best of Zola
Rachel is such a wonderful photographer and amazing person to work with. We combed through soooo many photographers to find someone whose photos were both well-shot and well-edited, and we could not be happier with our choice. She went above and beyond to take beautiful engagement photos of us in the cold, and then did an absolutely phenomenal job with photos at our wedding -- even finding a super close location nearby to get amazing photos of the two of us. She was fun and comfortable to work with, we love our photos even more than I thought could be possible, and I have no doubt she'll continue to do amazing work!
Brianna, 3 years ago
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Jose Almeida Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Weddings are celebrations that are full of emotion and romance all in a highly dynamic environment. Wedding photographs are timeless and irreplaceable so as a photographer, I feel I have a great responsibility at hand. I try my best to work with clients on their needs, provide flexible coverage hours and I work within their budgets. I am drawn to those unguarded candid moments. I attempt to portray an artistic feel that reveals feelings of emotion onto the viewer. Be it a gaze, a beaming smile, tears of joy or a blurred image to depict movement my goal is communication. It is these moments along with many others I feel should be captured.

Jose is fantastic! He has so much experience and very professional. Before our wedding day, he always had quick and clear communication. We loved his artistic eye and dramatic style of photography. He knows how to give good direction for those that aren’t used to posing or being photographed, and was always looking for the next shot. He definitely lets you be you and can still get amazing shots. We were surprised at how quickly we got to preview our gallery. After the wedding day, I realized that there was so much I didn’t get to document personally to remember the details from that day. But after seeing some of the shots, Jose had made me so happy to see how much he documented from the day! I highly recommend Jose :)
Anica C., a month ago
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Becka Payauys Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Hi! I’m Becka, my husband, Aaron and I are traveling wedding and elopement photographers based in Northern Illinois! We love spending time with people, being outdoors, and we are always down for good conversation!

Awarded Best of Zola
I would recommend Becka to anyone and everyone! She did our engagement and our wedding! She doesn’t make you feel like your photos are just poses, but she turns your photo session into an experience and just a fun time and she captures true emotion! (Not only posed). When I look back on our wedding photos I can remember how I felt in each photo. She’s SO relaxed and doesn’t make me feel awkward in front of a camera! You won’t regret it!
Michaela T., 3 years ago
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Sydney Shepherd Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Hey girl hey! I'm a destination wedding and elopement photographer, based in Atlanta, GA! I'm a 24 year old dog mom to my boy, Gunner, an avid gluten-free baker, and New Girl & Jane The Virgin fanatic. I picked up a camera during college and never looked back. I've been a full-time wedding and elopement photographer since 2019. I am obsessed with weddings and genuinely love every day I've gotten to be a part of. I fell in love with travel at a young age and knew that I needed to use that passion to serve my couples. Now, I capture my couple's dream weddings and elopements all over the world and I couldn't be happier!

Awarded Best of Zola
Sydney was so so easy to work with and so fun!! She exceeded expectations and went above and beyond for the couple. She worked well with me as a planner and I would definitely work with her again and recommend her to my clients :)
Langley Ever After, 2 years ago
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Kathleen Baker Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,997
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

I like to think of myself as a lil bit southern, lil bit punk, and a whole lotta rock-n-roll. I’m a PBR lover, hardcore show corner dweller, disco ball queen. You’re going to hear me say, “hell yeah, brother” more than twice, Dale Earnhardt is an icon, and Dolly Parton is royalty. You'll love me if you're a little trashy, always classy, badass, sometimes chic, forever romantic. Unwedding, editorial, nontraditional, offbeat, colorful, joyful, film-inspired, and disco vibes always. If you like, I'll wear a rainbow suit, I'll definitely dance with your mom, and I will always be a champion for you and your lover.

Kathleen is hands down the best photographer I’ve ever worked with. Her professionalism and quality of product are unmatched. She goes above and beyond with her work and you can tell how passionate she is about it. If you want someone with great energy, clear communication, incredible products, great professionalism, and so much more then she’s your girl!
Madison, 9 months ago
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Tori Stanton Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Hi there, I'm Tori! I'm a photographer based in Gardnerville, NV just South of Lake Tahoe, and I love adventures. You want to go for a hike around Emerald Bay, go off-roading at Moon Rocks, or have your photos taken on a helicopter overlooking Reno I'm your girl.

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't have asked for a better photographer for our special day than Tori! She expertly guided us through poses, coordinated seamlessly with vendors, and kept everything on schedule. We had an extra photographer for the ceremony and together they captured every moment beautifully. Tori ensured our family photos were efficient yet relaxed while the extra photographer captured cocktail hour memories with other guests. Tori’s energy made the day fun, and she always worked to keep our dog's attention for adorable shots. The communication was flawless, and she always prioritized our wishes over family and guests' demands. Overall, we highly recommend Tori! She not only captured beautiful moments but also contributed to making our wedding day stress-free and unforgettable.
Alison S., 3 months ago
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Stay Golden Collective 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Hello there! We're Hannah & Michael! If you're looking for warm, joyful, true to life and authentically candid photos, you're in the right place. We capture genuine moments and joyful vibes for fun-loving, adventurous, and laid-back couples. Our heart is for you to be able to look back at your wedding photos years from now and be able to see and feel your unique love, your authentic selves, and be able to relive how your wedding day actually FELT. We’re pretty serious about documenting your love story but we’re also just a couple of kids at heart who love human connection and try not to take life too seriously.

Awarded Best of Zola
I will keep this short and sweet. Hannah will be the only photographer I go to moving forward. She is the sweetest soul and takes the most amazing photos! She makes the process so easy and I can’t recommend her enough.
Jasmine L., 2 years ago
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Collectively Captured 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Hi!! I'm Christine. I'm a photographer based in Redmond, OR with a passion for capturing love stories and moments. I started this photography adventure in the search for my calling. I've always had a love for looking at old photos at my grandmas house, studying the emotions of people I didn't know, and being taken back to a moment in my memories. Photography is something that I love to do because it allows me to be creative and social. I get to meet the most amazing humans, put smiles on their faces, and give them something that they can cherish for the rest of their lives.

Where do I even start with Christine! She is a wonderful person and was an amazing photographer to work with. 10/10 would recommend her to all! Her style is exactly what I hoped for - warm, fun, and perfectly representative of our personalities. She did both our engagement photos and our wedding photos and I’m so happy we have her beautiful work for our memories. Christine is caring, professional, and quick to support. She made our wedding day fun and relaxed, and we never felt nervous in front of her lens. Christine, thank you for everything. We are so glad we got to work with you!
Melissa S., 3 months ago
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Julia Scarborough Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Someday, years from now, someone close to you will ask about your wedding day - someone that may not have been able to be there, or a new friend or family member who you have welcomed into your life. As you sit on your couch and reminisce while sipping on a cup of coffee, rather than just telling them about your wedding day - I want you to be able to show them. Photographs have an amazing ability to freeze special moments in time. I want to do that for you.

Julia was a complete joy to work with for our engagement photos and then wedding! From the day we met I knew my (then) fiancé and I would be able to relax and be comfortable in front of her camera. She was so much fun to work with and had us in beautiful but still comfortable poses/positions. Her and her husband shot our wedding and they were so patient throughout hectic family photos. We can't recommend Julia enough!!
Jillian S., 4 months ago
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Ninety Nine Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Yadira is a Bakersfield native that was raised by immigrant parents. She fell in love with love at a young age through art, music, & poetry. From that inspiration, Yadira always wanted to create art with love as the central theme. She began doing photography at the age of 14 and was mentored by local published and award winning photographers for 3 years. By the age of 17, she moved to North Hollywood where she was taught and mentored by high end fashion photographers who worked for Vogue, Vanity Fair, Style Magazine, Elle, and more.

Yadira is a great photographer! Not only does she capture special, candid moments beautifully, she also helps you feel comfortable and natural in the posed pictures! She has now become my family portrait photographer since shooting my wedding and I have to say I do not regret my decision to have her capture my wedding day!
Jhai and J., 4 years ago
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The Carrs Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

We are the Carrs & Co Photography House: four rockstar photographers and a support team that specializes in providing a tailored and seamless client experience. Our work-family has developed over time, each member carefully selected based on their talent as a photographer, their passion for people, and their energetic personalities. Carrs & Co raises the bar and believes that your story, your journey, and your wedding deserve nothing less than our everything.

THE ABSOLUTE BEST, plain and simple!! From the first meeting to the final product, this gem of a team captures the most GORGEOUS photos of your event that will bring your memories to life for years to come! They are the sweetest, most genuine people to work with too and quickly will become part of your family for life. They make the process absolutely seamless and easy which is SO HELPFUL when trying to plan a wedding and all the details it entails. From our engagement, to our wedding, to our maternity photos, and now for the life of our baby girl, we will never use anyone else! They are THAT GOOD! Love, love, love their style, their company, and everything that they stand for! I cannot recommend them enough...you will not find another team that has the entire package like The Carrs!!
Danielle C., 3 years ago
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Kate Noelle Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Kate Noelle is a Wedding photographer for some of the most beautiful, heartfelt, and fun celebrations in the world. The couples and families Kate gets to work with every year are the best kind of people! Pair Kate’s candidly romantic style with stunning California sunset views, rocky cliffs overlooking the ocean, and her California laid-back spirit, and you have one of California’s most sought-after photographers.

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Kate Noelle is the very best at what she does! She captures the essence of the joy and love we have for each other on our wedding day and in our annual family portraits. Not only is she a true artist, but she is such a pleasure to work with, knows the shots to get, and puts everyone at ease during the shoot. One of the best decisions we made was to hire Kate as our wedding photographer. Our wedding photos are absolutely incredible and we are so thankful we hired her. Kate has years of experience and is the best at what she does. As you look back on your photos for years to come, you will be so grateful you chose Kate.
Billy and A., 2 years ago
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Rachel Reynolds Co. 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Hi, I'm Rachel, lead photographer at Rachel Reynolds Co. With my hubby Mark as my 2nd shooter, we make the process fun & easy, providing all the guidance you need & helping you to feel comfortable in front of the camera, so you can be yourselves & enjoy your time with each other & your guests. AND, SINCE WE OFFER VIDEO, YOU CAN ALSO EASILY HAVE BEAUTIFUL, EMOTIONAL FILMS TO REMEMBER EVEN MORE OF YOUR SPECIAL DAY.

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WOW! They turned out absolutely stunning! Every single one captured a beautiful moment, including our goofy ones. We are blown away by the amount and depth of detail in each photo. The colors are incredible and the emotions are expressed so vividly! When we went through them, we can guarantee you that we felt the way we did that day all over again and we can’t thank you enough for the immense amount of hard work you put into our event and this project. We are very happy and lucky we found such wonderful photographers. We can’t wait until we can frame our favorites and share them with everyone! Thank you so much!
Terryn P., 7 months ago
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Laura Christine Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,450
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Hi, Friends! My name is Laura, I’ve been a photographer since 2009. Capturing true love stories is what brings the most meaning and happiness to my life! I love capturing real, candid moments! During your formal portraits, we’ll snap a few of the standard poses, but after that, I’m going to have you all up in your feels! Outside of your formal portraits, I’ll become a fly on the wall to capture the day exactly as it unfolds (and be your BFF/hype girl). My goal is to create an experience that feels like an adventure while also creating timeless photos that you will cherish forever! So what are you waiting for? Let’s make magic together!

Awarded Best of Zola
Laura Christine Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography needs. From the beginning, their communication was fast and helpful, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work was outstanding - they are true professionals who captured every special moment of our day with excellence. Laura went above and beyond to make our day even more memorable, always being on top of everything and making our guests feel comfortable. As an out-of-town couple, we couldn't have asked for a more genuine, fun, and talented photographer. The pictures are absolutely breathtaking, and we cannot recommend Laura Christine Photography enough.
Alyssa G., 19 days ago
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Ziggy Shoots 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

I, Zig Metzler, do solemnly swear to bring integrity and enthusiasm to your celebration. I promise to document you & your day with compassion, humor, and heart. — But what’s that?? You’re a road dog, you say? Getting married in a National Park? An abandoned mall? A remote mountain top chapel where Bear Grylls officiates? Bring it on! Whether your wedding is in your grandma’s backyard, a swanky hotel, or a canyon in Big Bend I’m there to create photographs that feel like classic *you*. It’s exciting to get to make images of such a special time in your lives— I want to help preserve those moments, and create something personal that endures.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot say enough good things about Ziggy. Not only is she an amazing photographer who takes beautiful and emotional images - she’s one of the best people to be around. You will spend most of your wedding day with your partner and your photographer - probably more time than you’ll spend with your parents or best friends on that day. Ziggy is the most fun, warm, caring person to be around and will make your day a blast. She’ll make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and when you look at the images afterward you’ll notice that she captured not only the people and events of that day but the FEELING it held for you and everyone who was there. She is also radically inclusive and very capable of working with LGBTQ+ families and multicultural families. I have worked with Ziggy on multiple occasions and every time I come back to her images I am blown away by the care, thoughtfulness, and artfulness she pours into them. Book her IMMEDIATELY.
Justine Broughal, 4 years ago
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Silva Stills 

5.0

  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

"Silva” LATIN FOR “FOREST” We chose that word because we love the authentic aesthetics and complexities of the forest and we would love to transfer that nature into your lifestyle portraits. This idea paired with our desire to follow an aesthetic consisting of earth tones and vibrant hues are elements that will define Silva Stills in a recognizable way.

Awarded Best of Zola
Silva Stills handled our engagement and wedding pictures, as well as my bridals - I worked very closely with Brooke throughout the entire wedding process and she was a pleasure to work with, very cheerful, professional and patient (especially on the day of the wedding with the BIG bridal/wedding party we had). She drove a long distance for the engagement session, bridal session and wedding day, she took into consideration the inspiration pictures I found and devoted a huge amount of time to me throughout the whole process, was always very quick to respond, and was very generous with her advice surrounding the wedding day, the timeline, (questions about sunsets) and reassuring me we would have enough time for pictures. Brooke with Silva Stills went above and beyond to make sure I had a stress-free wedding day, communicated with me as needed and promptly delivered pictures as they were edited. I had so many pictures I loved that I had 3 albums made up, as well as some canvases printed! What a wonderful value for the service provided and pictures received! And a special shout out because she stood outside with me in August (in Texas) for my bridals and sweated right along with me! ha! Highly recommend!
Courtney, 3 years ago
Carmela Joy Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

I’m Carmela, a wedding photographer based in Arizona but will travel anywhere for love! I am married to my sweet husband and we are parents to two of the most adorable dogs that we rescued. I am a lover of all things outdoorsy and get fueled and inspired by beautiful desert sunsets, windy mountain tops, and that fresh forest air. I feel so blessed to be able to travel as a full time photographer to breathtaking destinations for weddings and elopements. I have had the wonderful opportunity to meet and become great friends with many AMAZING people along the way and hope to be able to meet YOU and hear your story. Let’s adventure together!

I am so happy I found Carmela, we have had the best experience and the quality of her photos is truly amazing!! Me and my husband had never had a professional photo shoot done together so our engagement shoot with Carmela was the first, we were so nervous but Carmela made us feel SO comfortable and made it so much fun, and the pictures turned out amazing!! Fast forward to wedding day, she was everyone's biggest hype woman and captured everything so perfectly. Not only is her editing style so beautiful but her communication, quality of work, and kindness make working with her so fun and easy. We will 100% be booking with her for all future photo shoots, I could go on and on about how amazing she is, if you are looking for a wedding photographer - Carmela is THE BEST!!
Harriet S., a year ago
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Sweet Lime Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Hey, how cool of you to end up here. I promise not to bore you with a bunch of flowery language or over-the-top promises. I love to document real moments. Weddings, elopements, couples' shenanigans - you name it, I am here for it. I do this with a healthy dose of humor, a dash of sarcasm and a whole lot of heart. So if you're looking for someone to capture your story in all its imperfect glory, say something, let's make it happen.

We cannot say enough positive things about Sweet Lime Photography! Loy was an absolute pleasure to work with. He suggested ideas that he felt would look great as well as listened to what we wanted to capture.
KIRSTEN and M., 3 years ago
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It Clicks Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,190
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Hey! Hello! What's happening? I'm Erika, owner and lead photographer of It Clicks Photo. I love learning about your love story, how you knew your significant other was the one, and any embarrassing stories you two have endured over time. I'm sure I have a few I feel the need to tell you about, too! I'm a very accepting, down to earth lady who values and appreciates your authentic- straight to the core- self. Capturing your wedding day fills me with life, and makes me feel all butterfly-ish and bubbly inside. Can't wait to meet you both! (PS- I love to travel! There isn't a place I won't go- honestly.)

It Clicks Photo is simply the best! They were one of the first vendors that we picked and it was the easiest choice! The photos are bright, cheery and have a timeless quality to them! Our first meeting with Erika was over Zoom, which was so convenient, and we knew almost immediately that she was the person we wanted to spend our wedding day with! Erika has a bright, calm energy which is what any bride needs on her big day. Sarah was so chill and sweet. Together, Erika and Sara were one stellar duo! We cannot say anough good about them. We received a sneak peek that night and and extended sneak peek before our honeymoon! We were able to request edits, but the pictures were so great, the only edits I really requested were silly things like fixing my worn lipstick! I have so many great things to say, but the pictures are all you need to make a decision! Book them now!
Jessica Willemsen, 6 months ago
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BarcStone Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

We are a small photography company currently based in Anchor, Point, Alaska. We love destination weddings as well as local. We will travel all over the world for your special day. Photography is a passion of mine because it captures all those moments that you could’ve forgotten. They last for a lifetime and beyond, so it’s like bottling up your memories for everyone to see. Weddings is all about love and becoming one with each other. What better event to capture!

Awarded Best of Zola
Krista photographer our daughters wedding this year and she did an amazing job. She communicates easily and quickly. She is super funny and made us all feel so comfortable. Her photos turned out to be amazing!
Cindy, 2 years ago
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Poise & Ivy Imagery 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Arcata, CA for additional fees

Hi there! Thank you so much for checking out my photography. My name is Ivy, and I'm a Photographer based in Utah. I’ve spent a few years building my knowledge of lighting, editing, and posing so that I can provide the best service to my clients! I am excited to work with you and document your most cherished moments. I love having mini adventures with you, and creating beautiful moments that you’ll cherish forever. Although I’m based in Utah, I love traveling, and I’m excited to capture your “once in a lifetimes” wherever you are! My style emphasizes intimate moments, and capturing genuine emotions. Think: “dreamy, elegant, timeless.”

Awarded Best of Zola
Ivy is the most amazing photographer/stand in best friend a bride could ask for! She was so professional, but it also felt like we were lifelong friends, and she knew EXACTLY what I wanted. She made sure I was comfortable, happy, and well taken care of. Ivy went above and beyond, and she got gorgeous, dreamy pictures of us; I cannot recommend her enough! I’m not usually photogenic, and I’m generally uncomfortable in front of a camera, but she made it seem like a conversation with a friend instead of a photo shoot, I was laughing so hard and forgot that she was even taking pictures. She lead us so well, and when I was going through the gallery, I had SO MANY favorites, and that never happens for me! I’m so happy that I had Ivy as my photographer, and that I have her gorgeous photos to remind me of the best day of my life!
Elissa, 3 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Arcata, CA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Arcata, CA?

A Arcata, CA wedding photographer ranges from $400 to $20,000 and averages at $2,800. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in Arcata, CA offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Arcata, CA?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include ozan ulucan photography, SweetEmms Photography and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

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