The Best Wedding Photographers in Mendocino, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Mendocino, CA

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673 Wedding Photographers in Mendocino, CA

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Ashley Kristine Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Mendocino, CA for additional fees

I am a wedding and elopement photographer based out of Northern Colorado and Western Washington. In my free time I hike, eat lots of food and play with cat & dog. I find photography to be an amazing creative outlet and love using it as a way to connect with some amazing people.

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Ashley was a fantastic to work with for our wedding. She has great communication, always quick to respond to any questions or requests we had. We loved the editing style of the photos they are absolutely beautiful and really captured the magic of our special day. Ashley and her team went above and beyond, helping us throughout the wedding day and made sure we were happy and got all the photos we needed in a timely manner. They truly made our day so magical. We highly recommend Ashley to any couple looking for a wedding photographer.
Reagan B., a month ago
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Joshua Fernandez Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Mendocino, CA for additional fees

Hi. I’m Josh. Our work is based in Washington, DC, often in San Francisco and we’re happy to travel. The best photographs are simple, unobtrusive, and spontaneous. Memory fills in the gaps - this is how authentic photography captivates us. We've always sought to remember things exactly how they happened - how we felt. The goal is to unobtrusively document your day through artful frames. I'm a firm believer there is no single best photographer anywhere in the world - but there are artist the align with your vision. Please look us up on Google (Joshua Fernandez Photography) and see how past clients describe their experience with us. :)

Awarded Best of Zola
When you hire Josh, you’re hiring a peace-bringer, confidence booster, and an exceptional photographer. Of our vendors, Josh was the most frequently referenced after the wedding. Our families and friends commented on how he “made everyone feel special” and “made them feel beautiful.” We found Josh just 6 weeks before our wedding, after our wedding photographer cancelled on us due to a conflict. Even though Josh’s rates were higher than our budget, he offered to reach out to his network of photographers to see if anyone was available. The next day, Josh offered to work with us. Josh is a wonderful photographer who will bring out your (and your guests’) best. He’s also a wonderful person - kind, professional, and present. He is a one-man team who has figured out how to be everywhere you want him to be, exactly when you want him to be there - without you or your guests saying a single word. When we look back at our wedding pictures, we relive the joy of that day. Josh doesn’t just take pictures, he captures memories.
Renee E., a year ago
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Juan Photographer 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Mendocino, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Hello, I am Juan Amezquita, a professional photographer with over 9 years of experience in the field of wedding photography. My Instagram is juandaphotos_ I take great pride and joy in capturing the intimate and magical moments that make each wedding unique. My passion lies not just in creating beautiful images, but in the opportunity to be a part of a couple's special journey into marriage. I believe that every picture holds a story, and I am here to help tell yours.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am so glad that we found you and that you were our photographer for the wedding! You did such an amazing job with the photos. All of your photos really do speak 1000 words and they each tell a beautiful story! I can’t thank you enough for how kind and fun you were and how patient you were with me and my crazy groomsmen! I hope you had as much fun as we did! If there any couples scrolling through his photos trying to decide if this is the photographer for you, the answer is 10000x YES!
Faith & R., a month ago
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Candace Shiflet Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,790
  • Serves Mendocino, CA for additional fees

Hi, I'm Candace and I have a thing for weddings! I didn't start as a wedding photographer, I actually started as a BIRTH photographer surprisingly! I was addicted to capturing real and raw moments for families to have and relive over and over. I actually was nervous for weddings, which is why I didn't start doing them. One thing led to another and as people started asking me if I WOULD shoot their wedding, I decided to give it a try. Fast-forward to dozens and dozens of weddings later and I am obsessed!! I am a full fledged wedding photographer and I LOVE capturing every single moment of your day. The addiction is real!!

Awarded Best of Zola
Candace is so fun and enjoyable to work with! She is easy going, and makes everyone around her feel comfortable. Not to mention, extremely talented! Highly recommend!
Toree, 3 years ago
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Photography By Cambrae 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $950
  • Serves Mendocino, CA for additional fees

I am a Portland native through and through! My love for photography rivals only my love of traveling. My interest in photography began at a young age, thanks to my Uncle and 8th grade math teacher. After over 18 years of experience, I have mastered the art of putting my clients at ease and creating an environment for them to be present and most importantly be themselves. I have a deep passion for not only the images I create but for the people I work with. I truly consider it an honor to be a part of someone’s wedding day and the images we create together become reflective memories for the couple, not just snapshots in time.

Awarded Best of Zola
Cambrae was very easy and fun to work with. She is very professional and good at communicating. The photos are so amazing and the prices are totally reasonable. Highly recommend!
Kimberly D., 11 days ago
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Four Doves Photography Studios 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Mendocino, CA for additional fees

Please reach out via the contact page on my website to connect! // I'm a digital & film photographer living in NYC capturing weddings, couples, and life around me. I approach photography intentionally, and am emotionally driven behind the camera. I’m all about those in-between candids and documenting in the moment, as well as artful editorial guided posing. I love making genuine connections with people, and the natural friendships that can come from working together! Approaching your wedding photography as an art form is just a small part of why I absolutely love what I do.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Four Doves for our engagement shoot last year and she did an absolutely incredible job. We had multiple locations throughout Central Park and the spots she selected were amazing. We used our photos for save the dates, our websites, and we still use and cherish them today. It was a great way to set the tone for our engagement and we are so grateful and happy with how they turned out!
Katie J., 2 years ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Mendocino, CA for additional fees

My name is Ali Cushing, a NY-based photographer working across the country and world wide providing documentation and memorializing of your most precious moments for weddings, elopements, engagements, and couples photographer, near and far. My goal first and foremost is articulating your personalities, romance, and every aspect of your event into a visual story you'll treasure long after. I approach each opportunity with personalized care and whatever your plans, I’d love to be a part of and to document your story. All couples of all genders, ethnicities, ages, faiths, shapes and abilities, are more than welcome.

Awarded Best of Zola
I couldn’t be happier with my experience working with Ali! She reached out to me on Zola and I am so glad she did. I was impressed with her portfolio and I really loved seeing how she would capture little moments in the weddings she had done. We set up a video call before booking and we clicked. She is very calm and helped with my pre-wedding nerves. She worked with us on a payment plan and she was always very quick to respond to any of my questions. She really listened to what we wanted. She got to the venue early to scout out different shots and came to check in with me a couple of times before we even began taking photos, which I did not expect but was very sweet and considerate of her. When we were taking photos, she really helped to guide the more “posed” photos but she also captured a lot of beautiful candid moments. We had so many guests come up to us and compliment her and that was before we even got the photos back. She sent us our sneak peeks the next day and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the results. She captured so many beautiful moments and her style is exactly what we wanted. Nothing felt “overly edited” just perfectly genuine. I cannot recommend Ali enough. I cannot wait to see the full gallery of photos because I know they will be nothing short of perfect.
Cecelia W., 4 months ago
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Sokol & Co Photo 

5.0

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

Here's what you should know: First, it's pronounced Sokol like 'vocal'. We're Polish... like kraut-and-pierogi-at-every-family-gathering-Polish. Second, we're a husband and wife wedding photography duo that believes it's the little things that make the story come to life. From the knowing glances across a crowded room to the hand squeezes when you're about to walk down the aisle, you can trust us to capture your most romantic, candid moments.

Sokol & Co Photo was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding day! From our very first interaction, Savannah was organized, considerate, and prompt in her communication, making the planning process much easier for us. I didn’t have a wedding coordinator, so having Savannah be as organized as she was was SO important. On the day of, she was fun and put us at ease in front of the camera (even my husband who isn’t crazy about photos). The quality of her work is incredible - Savannah has an amazing eye and is so creative! She captured all of our desired shots and so many unique, special moments that I wouldn’t have thought of. Sokol & Co Photo is worth every penny, and we are thrilled to have such perfect photos of our wedding day that we'll cherish forever!
Anna G., 12 days ago
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Adam Griffin Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Mendocino, CA for additional fees

I’m Adam—a Boston native who’s now roaming around California photographing everything I see. When I’m not behind the camera you can usually find me in the kitchen experimenting with new recipes, sipping a dirty martini with friends, jamming to Taylor Swift in the car, or taking my rescue pup Ollie to the park or on long neighborhood walks. I got my first film camera when I was 8, and it was love at first sight. Capturing your story is more than just a job for me. From destination elopements to parties of the century, I've seen it all and love every minute of a wedding day.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I were beyond lucky to have Adam as our wedding photographer this past September. Not only did he give us the gift of the most beautiful photos I've ever seen, but he was also such a joy to be around. He makes you feel comfortable during the whole experience and even played me a Taylor Swift themed playlist during our engagement photos!! What more could I ask for!! I will forever recommend Adam to everyone I know. He's truly is the best out there!
Chrissy R., 2 months ago
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Arie T. Photography, LLC 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Mendocino, CA for additional fees

Welcome to Arie T. Photography, a black queer woman-owned and operated traveling portrait and wedding photography service based out of the Georgia and Michigan! I've had the honor of capturing all walks of life across the USA with hopes of taking it worldwide. I'm known for my use of natural light, and "unposed” stress-free approach when it comes to my clients. If you feel like you’re awkward in front of the camera, I’ll take that as a challenge to prove you wrong because I can be awkward too.

Awarded Best of Zola
Arie was Fabulous! We just completed our engagement session with Arie and we were blown away by her eye and professionalism! She thought of every detail. ​She also pre-planned photo backdrops and poses that made the process super smooth. She gave great direction and made us feel incredibly comfortable in front of the camera!! We were incredibly pleased with how smooth the shoot went and can’t wait for the wedding!!
Davynn B., 5 months ago
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Madison Wilson Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Mendocino, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi! My name is Madison, but you can call me Maddi. Raised in Maryland, I've lived in Colorado, South Dakota, and Germany. I now live in Philly with my husband and our two dogs. After so many moves, Philly really is the place that feels like home. I've always had a love for photography and I feel privileged to bring my passion to life. I want my photos to capture the genuine feeling of the moment and to reflect you and your story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Madison Wilson Photography was a fantastic photographer for our wedding. She was very responsive and thorough in her communication with us leading up to the big day, answering all of our questions in detail. On the wedding day itself, Madison was fast and efficient at taking photos, while still making sure to capture all the special moments. She gave clear directions for posing and navigating the family dynamics and crowds with ease. The photos Madison delivered were beautiful - bright, crisp images that perfectly captured the joy and love of our special day. She was able to edit and deliver the final wedding photos very quickly. Overall, we were extremely happy with Madison's photography services and would highly recommend her to other couples looking for a talented, professional wedding photographer who can beautifully document your memories while also being great to work with.
Kyra B., a month ago
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Leah Flores Photography 

5.0

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

I am a photographer and artist from the Pacific Northwest with Costa Rican and Scottish roots. My favorite things are dinosaurs, exploring new cities, board games, soccer, National Parks, and whiskey. I have been fortunate to photograph 200+ weddings in my PNW home, to ruins in Scotland, cityscapes in Vietnam, to the beaches of Maui, and beyond! I live in Portland, Oregon with my partner, two dogs, and four cats | 🏳️‍🌈🦖⛰️✈️📸⚽🫶🏼🌈🌲🦕🏝 Fun Fact: I was born on Leap Year Day so I turn 9 this year 🥳!

Awarded Best of Zola
Leah photographed our wedding at my family's property in Napa Valley, June 2024. Leah took lots of time to scope out the location and seemed to be absolutely *everywhere* during the wedding, at all the right moments. I didn't have to call her over once, because she was already there. She captured the emotions of the day, the little moments, the big moments, and made our day look like the fairytale wedding that it felt like. Once we got the photo gallery back (so quickly!) we relived the day all over again. We were tearing up and laughing at all the photos. I felt like I was looking at photos from a Brides magazine, but it was me! Another thing I'll mention is that Leah gives direction in a kind, calm and encouraging way. My husband is not too confident in photos and he felt SO comfortable posing with her there, and loves his photos too! I felt like she could guide me into more flattering poses when I felt uncertain about my angles. I love Leah and her work and would recommend her to anyone!
Lily & P., 3 months ago
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Dan And Tyler Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Mendocino, CA for additional fees

We're Dan & Tyler Photography, a husband and wife photo and videography team in Orange County, California. We've been shooting professionally for the past 10 years and have entirely fallen in love with every part of it. Our faith in Christ brought us together and truly defines who we are now and how we run this business. Our drive is to love and serve you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Dan and Tyler Photography exceeded our expectations from start to finish. They were organized, professional, creative, and reassuring. They made every step of our special day memorable and super easy. They helped us get through all of the desired photo shots (family, wedding party, first looks, etc.) with efficiency and ease. They both have an incredible eye for detail and helped us capture many of our favorite moments of our wedding. We were genuinely surprised at how quickly we received all of our photos and videos from them. We highly recommend Dan and Tyler for anybody who is looking for the perfect photographers who can capture all of the special, beautiful, memorable, and fun moments of their wedding!
Michelle and J., 4 months ago
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Thalia Moshtagh Photography 

5.0

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

Hello! I’m so excited for the chance to work with you. I’m a former teacher who has always had a passion for photography. I started working freelance in 2015 and did a lot of my first jobs in the music industry. I shot Warped Tour a few times and even had one of my promos featured by AP magazine. I quickly realized I loved working with couples the most, and now focus on couple and family portraits and weddings!

Awarded Best of Zola
Thalia saved our wedding. We had to change photographers very last minute and were super worried about hiring someone new. Then we found Thalia and from the moment we had our first intro call with her we had a feeling that everything was going to work out. She was so professional, during our first call she was very well organized and clear about what she would need from us. She took her time to make sure we were a great match and to understand our vision. She was personable and kind, speaking with her felt like talking to a friend right away. She was considerate, during all parts of the wedding she made sure to give us time alone together and we never felt rushed. Even still she constantly captured the most breath taking photos. Lastly she was so much fun! Our guests loved her and thought she had the most wonderful energy. She directed us very well. Looking over the pictures I’ve never felt so beautiful. She even brought her own props to go with our theme for the pictures. A vintage camera and tray. Everything she did was so thoughtful. I wish we could have another wedding just to have her photograph it. You will not regret working with Thalia. We feel so incredibly lucky to have gotten the opportunity.
Michaela K., 7 days ago
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Imagine Elopements Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Mendocino, CA for additional fees

Your earth loving, sun chasing Oregon elopement photographer. My work is ever evolving but my intention is always the same: to capture the essence of who you are and create timeless photographs that will always take you back to your incredible day.

Picking a photographer was one of the most nerve wracking parts of wedding planning for me. There are so many options out there, and you really want to make sure you have the best of the best to capture every amazing moment of your big day. Mia was just that, and nothing short of spectacular. She is very knowledgeable and has an artistic eye that wowed both my husband and I. We got so many compliments on our wedding photos. From her communication to her creativity to her bubbly personality.. I cannot say enough good things about Mia. She went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with our photos. We were so lucky to have her as our photographer!! If I could do it all over again, I would choose Mia every time.
Kylie R., 2 years ago
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Diana Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Mendocino, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Hey there! Since you are trusting me to capture these special moments in your life, I figured you should probably know a bit about me, right? I am a Huntsville, Alabama native, but moved to Nashville after graduating from the University of Alabama in 2013. ROLL TIDE! Although I consider Nashville home, I am anything but a homebody. I love traveling and exploring new places (especially the food at those places!). I even studied abroad in Italy, which let me tell you, was a food lover's dream. I have always felt like an old soul trapped in a millennial’s body. I would rather listen to Frank Sinatra than anything on the radio today.

Awarded Best of Zola
Diana shot our Valentine’s elopement in Franklin and was an absolute joy to work with! She was so much fun and kept us both laughing and comfortable despite our nerves. Neither of us enjoy being photographed but Diana made it comfortable and effortless. I cannot recommend her enough!
Lydia, 4 years ago
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Venture Ever After 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,400
  • Serves Mendocino, CA for additional fees

My name is Nadia. I specialize in elopements + intimate weddings in the Pacific Northwest. I help people in love have the wedding of their dreams in magical outdoor spaces. When you choose to elope, you’re choosing to get married free of society’s wedding day expectations. So go wild! Spend the entire day in your favorite place, with your favorite person. Wear a fancy outfit, or wear your hiking boots. Invite your dog instead of your mom’s second cousin. Share your first kiss under the stars instead of under an altar. In the great outdoors, you write the wedding rules. And I’m here to help make it an experience you’ll remember for a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
When we began looking for a photographer for our micro-wedding, we gravitated towards Nadia’s images over and over again. Not only did they capture raw, intimate moments between couples and families, but they elevated those moments in elegant and natural landscapes of the PNW; everything we wanted. We reached out and set up a consultation call immediately. We were initially nervous and felt very unprepared to speak with photographers because we had zero ideas for what our special day would look like, but after our call with Nadia we were confident that Venture Ever After was the right choice for us. She was so knowledgeable and did a TON of legwork planning our timeline to best capture the moments we wanted in the lighting we needed, recommending a variety of locations for some private moments as a couple and group activities with our family, and keeping us grounded and calm throughout the entire process. On our wedding day, Nadia took the reigns and gently guided us through the day with compassion and grace. She constantly reminded us that each moment was for us and encouraged us to revel in all of the details. She even conquered some pretty crazy heights armed with multiple cameras and a walky-talky to capture some dramatic and beautiful couple’s portraits. Beyond being an incredible photographer, Nadia is one of the most genuine and kind people I’ve met. She has a knack for keeping elopement/wedding day energy light and helping her clients feel natural in front of the camera. My partner and I truly felt like models. I feel so blessed to have our wedding photographed by her and, above all, be able to call her a friend. I would recommend Nadia at Venture Ever After to everyone planning an elopement, wedding, or adventure in the PNW. In fact, I hope to be able to visit her and capture anniversaries and momentous occasions for our family long into the future.
Morgan D., 5 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Mendocino, CA

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

A Mendocino, 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?

95% of photographers in Mendocino, 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 Mendocino, 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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