The Best Wedding Photographers in Montecito, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Montecito, CA

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Kenzie Kate Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Montecito, CA

I'm admittedly wary when it comes to the Wedding Industry and all of it's bells/whistles/expectations, and at the same time, I believe wholeheartedly in the power of community, love, commitment, and collective joy. I think that weddings-- in all of their forms and reclamations-- ultimately serve a great purpose in reminding us of these gifts. I come from a long line of meticulous documenters and hold a degree in Sociology, all of which informs the way I approach photography. I am curious about people, am in awe of the display of emotion, and am passionate about the ways in which we construct family and community.

My husband and I worked with Kenzie for our engagement session in the summer of 2021 and our wedding in the spring of 2022. As you can tell from the timeline both sessions were at the peak of the Pandemic. This season was filled with excitement but also stress as we balanced our family's health, our deepest desires for the wedding, and the weight of the global pandemic. Kenzie gave us the peace that we so desperately needed. All in all, she was our favorite wedding vendor. After our initial onboarding Zoom call, my husband and I turned to each other and screamed did we just make a new best friend?! She is not only professional but personal. She has a great artistic vision but also respected the direction we gave. Kenzie takes a photojournalistic approach to her work and because of that, we feel like these moments are enshrined in history! My favorite Kenzie touch was the pre-wedding survey she provided us that helped her understand what emotions we had going into "the most important day of our lives". She prompted us with questions about the relationship dynamics between our family and friends, and the quirky details of our love, and our answers allowed her to capture more than just a single snapshot in time. Kenzie's photos capture FEELINGS. Thank you thank you thank you and we cannot wait to work with you for our next life event!!
Sarah-Wynne A., 7 months ago
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Allen Tsai 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $13,000
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Allen Tsai founded his namesake photography business in 2011, turning his passion for the art of photography and documenting poignant memories into a business. While he is based in Dallas, TX, he has covered destination weddings all over the world including Mexico, Caribbeans, Europe, and Asia. He brings a warm personality and professional spirit to his work with an airy, romantic, and dreamy aesthetic. If you’re looking for a rare balance of technical, aesthetic, and emotional skills in a photographer, you will find it in Tsai.

I've been working with Allen for the last DECADE as a wedding planner, and his professionalism is only matched by his utter talent. His incredible eye for detail make his images incomparable to others. Such a no-brainer when recommending a photographer for my clients. Allen is the best!
LInda Lyons, 4 years ago
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Amber Victoria Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Amber’s ability to capture the honest, meaningful and organic emotions of the day makes her one of the most sought after wedding photographers. She has spent years crafting a unique one of a kind experience for her clients with a combination of digital and film images. Her signature photography style is best described as chic, timeless and natural. She believes a wedding day should be documented through the eyes and heart of her clients, capturing the fleeting moments that they never want to forget.

Amber made me feel so beautiful and confident on my wedding day. Taking pictures with her felt so natural, just like she was there to really capture the day rather than us constantly posing, which I really appreciate. I was absolutely stunned when we got our gallery back. The care that Amber puts into composing the perfect image speaks for itself when you see the final product. There was no detail missing and i’m so glad we have these to look back on for the rest of our lives. I recommend Amber to all my newly engaged friends because the experience is unparalleled - she is the best!
Isabell M., 9 months ago
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Britt Rene Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Hi! Im Britt (Rene is my middle name, named after my late cuban grandfather). I started off my photography journey with film—my grandfather, Harold, gifted me my first camera in grade school. In high school I hit the darkroom for the first time and i was sold. 10 years running my business and i still love traveling the world, capturing love stories. I am so freakin' grateful.

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Britt and Matt were so wonderful to work with!!! Both of us are a bit camera shy and they made us feel super comfortable for our photos. Britt was easy going and flexible with suggesting locations and days for our engagement photos and gave us the space we needed to feel natural, capturing our genuine love and smiles for each other. She had tips for positioning us and the photos were beautiful. When it was time for our big day, we were comfortable with her and the camera and our photos were stunning! She was able to encompass the overall feeling of our wedding with the photos. With their organic style, Britt and Matt photographed really wonderful candid and posed moments of the wedding party, family members, and guests!!
Devon + B., 4 years ago
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Jeff Hall Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Montecito, CA

I have always had a passion for photography and once I picked up a camera, it was all over. I was raised from a big family and my kids are my world! Born and raised in the Bay Area, I have a special love for being back there. I consider myself very outgoing and will always try and make you laugh and feel comfortable by being a huge dork. I think that is one of the biggest compliments I get is that my clients always feel relaxed and at ease and I love hearing that. Not to mention becoming friends with my clients which is an added bonus! ​

Hiring Jeff Hall as our wedding photographer was one of the first wedding decisions we made, and from there on out I knew everything was going to be fantastic. When meeting him for engagement photos, we all instantly hit it off and I knew he'd easy and FUN to work with. He's a photographer willing to go over and beyond to get THE perfect shot (wade through water, climb trees, shuffle through snow, lay in dirt. All of it.) The one thing I wanted at the end of the day was fantastic photos to look back on and hang in our home, and we received better photos than I ever dreamed of (and fast!). In fact, I loved him and the photos so much, I'm just counting down to when I can drag him to other countries for anniversary trips photoshoots! I'd recommend Jeff in a heartbeat to any couple!
Jordan & C., 4 years ago
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A Heart String Wedding Co. 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Montecito, CA

I earned my Bachelors of Fine Arts degree in Photography from Parsons School of Design in 2010 and have been shooting weddings since 2013. I recently relocated back home to Los Angeles after 14 years in NYC and am probably outside plopped on a beach and soaking up the sun as you read this!

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Veronica truly captured the spirit of our wedding and I couldn’t be more pleased with the end result. We have so many beautiful and unique photos, not just of us but of our friends and family, which was really important for us. She made the process leading up to the wedding very easy and on the day of even when it poured rain she got every shot we wanted and more. I could not recommend her more, she’s a fricken artist!!!!!!!
Alison, 2 years ago
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Studio Vieren 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Studio Vieren is a photography studio based in Southern California providing our services to those celebrating life's big and small moments. Studio Vieren is built on celebrating who YOU are, what’s important to YOU, what YOU love, where you’ve been and where you’re going.

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Hiring Tara to photograph our wedding was the best decision I made. She is professional, so kind, incredibly organized, and an amazing photographer. She was so communicative every step of the way and was always checking in. She was so flexible if we wanted to pivot from our schedule and ensured everything went smoothly. The photographs I’ve seen so far leave me in awe! I would give her 1000 stars if I could!!
Emily B., 2 years ago
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Hannah Madison Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Montecito, CA
  • Offer

Hi! I'm Hannah, your So Cal (but traveling) elopement and intimate wedding photographer! I'm so glad you're here. My photography style is a documentary/natural photographer. This means I'm more about documenting your moments and helping you create genuine smiles/moments in photos, opposed to just posing you, i want you to dance and have fun, snuggle into your partner and get those intimate moments. (I'll of course help you figure out what to do with your hands, because lets me honest, even I don't know what to do with my hands in photos. Haha) I love traveling, I love adventure, and I love making friends out of my clients.

Hannah was a wonderful choice for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, she was quick to respond, pleasant, and inviting in her communication. Her work was above and beyond our expectations - the photos are absolutely beautiful and showcase her skillful eye. She catered to what we wanted, picking out amazing photo spots in various stunning locations. Hannah was so open to our ideas and prioritized our wants and needs throughout the entire process. She captured all the shots we requested, and even some we didn't think of, creating a truly beautiful set of memories from our special day. We are thrilled with the results and highly recommend Hannah Madison Photography.
Kyle B., 3 months ago
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Nadeen Sparks Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,200
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Wedding/ Elopement photographer based in Carmel, CA and available worldwide! I first got started in photography five years ago and have been in love with it ever since. Lover of coffee, the ocean and hiking!

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Nadeen was very professional and easy to work with. Super outgoing and easy to communicate with. Very friendly towards all family and friends and every staff member on the wedding day. Our wedding photos came out so beautiful and they were done within a week! It made our honeymoon even more sweet because we received it a week later then and we were able to go through all the photos and relive our wedding day! I would highly recommend Nadeen Sparks to anyone who is looking for a wedding photographer. Top class!
Zoya F., a year ago
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Valley Images Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Montecito, CA

I have been photographing couples for nearly 10 years and have loved every minute of it. I have enjoyed following them through engagement, wedding, maternity and now family sessions. I have even become life long friends with some of them. I am a mother of 3 and have always loved art, and once I picked up my camera and found a way to tell others love stories, I knew I found what I was supposed to do.

Valley Images Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with! As planners, we work with many photographers and Michelle is one of our favorites. Their communication style is quick, personal, caring, and professional. The quality of their work is truly beautiful, artistic, and unique. They took the time to scope out hidden gem spaces at the venues and listened closely to the couple to capture the day perfectly. An absolute joy to collaborate with!
Jennifer Tan, 25 days ago
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Atrin Studio 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Atrin Studio is a highly regarded professional photography and videography company based in Orange County, California. Since our establishment in 2008, we have accumulated over 15 years of invaluable experience in the industry. Our services extend beyond the borders of the United States, catering to clients both domestically and internationally. At Atrin Studio, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional photography and videography services to our discerning clientele. With a firm commitment to capturing the most memorable moments and creating visually captivating content, our team of experts possesses a wealth of knowledge.

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I recently had a pleasure of working with Atrin Event for a wedding photoshoot and I have to say, the experience was truly fantastic. They were so friendly and professional, and they really made us feel at ease during the shoot. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a beautiful photos.
Ray, a year ago
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By Alexa Leigh 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves Montecito, CA
  • Offer

I'm a self taught wedding and lifestyle photographer, with a special love for natural light and minimalism. My style is styled documentary + editorial perspective blended with a lot of candid content. I'm also a passionate traveler and love the outdoors. My mission is is to cultivate authenticity and, in turn, create memories in a true-to-life style that best reflects who you are and this life-changing moment by documenting your wedding day. I’m here to celebrate new beginnings, capture the smallest details, and emphasize your individuality.

From the start, By Alexa Leigh provided quick responses and were patient with all of our questions. She truly understood what we were looking for and captured our wedding day beautifully. The photos are stunning and her efficient process allowed us to enjoy our celebration without any disruptions. Alexa and her team were a pleasure to work with and we are thrilled with the final results. We highly recommend By Alexa Leigh to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photographer.
Molly B., 3 months ago
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JessShootMe 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Montecito, CA

I am a Central Valley-based photographer, but I am always available for travel outside the Central Valley. I focus on portraiture, wedding, and event photography. My mission is to work hard to deliver quality images and give my clients a comfortable, enjoyable experience full of smiles and laughter from the initial contact through the session and even after the final product is delivered.

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Jess was beyond amazing and made our day so special. It was incredible how beautiful our pictures turned out and she captured everything I could have ever imagined and beyond. It was actually quite impressive looking through the wedding album after we received it because Jess seemed like she was everywhere all of the time. She captured every moment sometimes with different angles and I am so grateful to be able to relive our wedding day while looking through the photos. I thought I would regret not having a videographer but Jess truly captured everything from start to finish and that the day just comes back to life when I look through all of the photos. As she captured our wedding day she was soooo very patient with my husband and I, our family, and all our friends. Everyone spoke so highly of her after our wedding and really appreciated having a relaxed, caring, funny, kind, and professional photographer. She also helped me while getting ready and truly made it so I could fully enjoy my wedding. I also asked her to shoot my graduation photos and lets just say I don't think I will ever inquire for a different photographer. I am looking forward to continuing to have her capture precious moments in my life for as long as she continues photography. Thank you for being more than I could have ever hoped for and capturing some of the most memorable days in my life and making them so extremely special. You are the best Jess!!! 3
Dani G., 4 months ago
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4Ever-Moore 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Hey, I’m Bryce! Just incase you were wondering who was behind the camera, you came to the perfect place. To sum myself up in the “meet me” section as described by the closest people in my life: passionate, dependable, intelligent, loyal, determined, witty, genuine, charismatic and productive. Born in Mississippi and raised in sunny Southern California. With over 12 years of professional photography experience. I fell in love-with love and photographing weddings has been my favorite event to capture. Passionate is how family and friends describe me, so with that being said I’d love to capture the passion on your wedding day!

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Bryce is an amazing and very professional yet fun photographer. He made the wedding party and us feel so comfortable which allowed all of our pictures to look very natural and beautiful. I want to sincerely thank you for making my wedding a day to remember! You have captured a moment in time that I can never get back but will always be able to see through your amazing work. I was told by so many friends and family how you engaged in each picture that was taken they appreciated you making them feel so comfortable and beautiful all at the same time. Out off all the people we worked with to create our day you were the most professional and accommodating. We can't wait for our next milestone so that you can capture it. We will be referring anyone and everyone to you! Thank you so much for a lifetime of memories.
Angel R., 2 years ago
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AJ Photography-NV 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Montecito, CA
  • Offer

I'm AJ, a wedding photographer based in South Lake Tahoe, CA Your wedding will be beautiful, unique, and full of joy, I believe your pictures should be too. Your day, and everything that made it so special, deserves to be remembered! But that's not my only goal - I want you to feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to be able to enjoy your entire wedding experience. Live in the moment, I'll be there to capture it.

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One of the best decisions I made was booking Armando. He was professional, calm, so easy and fun to work with, and made both our engagement shoot and wedding day 100 times less stressful. Not to mention the photos were amazing. Highly recommend!
Ilana S., 3 years ago
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Photos by Adeline 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Hi, we're Photos by Adeline—a wife and wife team. Adeline is from South Africa, and Valerie is from Texas. We love spending time together, making memories, enjoying nature, and savoring good wine and food. We specialize in capturing weddings and elopements with a blend of authentic, documentary, and artistic styles, focusing on telling your love story in a way that feels true to you. Whether it's the joy of your wedding day or the intimacy of your elopement, we aim to create a comfortable and relaxed environment, allowing your personalities to shine. Let's craft beautiful, genuine memories you'll cherish for a lifetime.

Adeline is the BEST photographer! They captured some of my favorite moments and froze them in time so that I can look back on them forever. I normally hate being in front of a camera but Adeline and Valerie made my fiancé and I feel so comfortable that it didn’t feel like modeling. She balanced in-the-moment creativity with preparedness, so my partner and I had an idea of where we were going and the freedom to act natural during our engagement photoshoot at a local bookstore. I will never need to find another photographer, because Adeline and Valerie are my go-to!
Abigail A., 6 months ago
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Moments by Frank 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Moments by Frank is a wedding photography experience based in Chicago, IL. Frank believes in capturing the essence of your joyous occasion in a relaxed and authentic setting. He focuses on guiding the happy couple through a mindfulness approach – soaking up every second of the memorable day. His gentle and professional tone allows the couple to feel comfortable, so even the most camera-shy will be able to embrace a day of flawless moments. Schedule a quick video call to find out how Frank can capture a day full of intimacy, authenticity, and love.

Frank was absolutely AMAZING! Him and his team literally captured the perfect moments in every photo and in our wedding video. We told them what we hoped for and they delivered! Super sweet, so patient and the communication was awesome!
A and M., a year ago
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The I Do Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Montecito, CA

We are a family-owned wedding photography and videography company that was started in 2012. At heart, we're all just a bunch of fun-loving misfits with cameras who love what we do and want to put smiles and tears of joy on people's faces when they see the photos and videos we take. We have over 1000 weddings behind our belt and countless moments of happiness.

We wish we could give "I Do" Photography and Nathan (our photographer) 10 stars! They worked our wedding at Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills and did an absolutely incredible job (more details below). Sarah, our go-to contact person from day one, went way above and beyond in being accessible for questions, taking note of our vision and making great suggestions. In short, she was a total delight to work with, as was the case with Nathan. Prior to the wedding, Nathan took time out of his busy life to get on a video call with Corey and I to discuss our timeline, vision and final details. The questionnaire Sarah provided before that was also extremely helpful in conveying our vision, and it was evident Nathan had reviewed those responses in detail before our call. Nathan and The "I Do" Photography team listened attentively and noted all of our requests and gave great suggestions, but always made it clear it was up to us and they wanted to execute whatever was most important to us. We left our meeting with Nathan feeling so at ease about the people who would capture our day! The craziest part is Nathan was even more spectacular on the wedding day itself than we could have ever expected and brought the most incredible energy and enthusiasm for SEVEN hours straight. Nathan worked tirelessly throughout the evening, and he and the "I Do" team's commitment to excellence was evident in every interaction with them in the lead-up and every moment throughout the wedding. We are so in love with our wedding photos and cannot get over the talent and quality of Nathan and the editing team. Corey and I hope many more couples get to experience what we did throughout the process and couldn't be more thankful for the role that Nathan and the broader "I Do" team (Sarah, Anna and Lydia) played!
Kaitlin, a month ago
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Maiara Martins Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Hi, I’m Maiara, but you can call me Mai! I'm a wedding photographer based in Oahu, Hawaii, passionate about capturing love stories in beautiful locations. My style combines the natural beauty around me with authentic, candid moments, creating timeless images. Originally from Brazil, I speak English, Portuguese, and some Spanish, and I’m here to tell your unique love story. I serve clients in Oahu, Southern California, and worldwide for destination weddings. My goal is to capture special moments while ensuring you feel comfortable, confident, and fully present in every shot.

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I don't have words to thank her for the things she did for us. I appreciated every click, every moment. She helped me with absolutely everything before and during my elopement. Even when we were in completely different zones. She understood exactly how my husband and I wanted our memories to be told and eternalized. She will always gonna be in our best memory!
Nevy and W., 2 years ago
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Christin Sofka Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Hi! I'm Christin, a destination wedding photographer based in Chattanooga, TN. Specializing in timeless and artful imagery, my expertise goes beyond just taking photos; it's about crafting a visual story that reflects the joy, love, and unique spirit of your celebration.

I have had the pleasure of working alongside Christin Sofka Photography many times. Her talent, attention to detail, care for the client are just some of the many qualities that make her a preferred photographer to our clients. She is organized, timely, and truly walks along side you each step of the way for your big day. Not to mention, amazingly talented at her art. We highly recommend hiring Christin to capture your big day!
Wild Magnolia Events, 10 months ago
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New Ending Productions 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Montecito, CA

The reasons people choose us over our competitors are: 1) Our communication is the best in the industry 2) No hidden fees, no travel rates(if booked before 2025), the quote you receive is the total amount. 3) We offer a very flexible payment plan, where you choose the dates you wish to pay on! We serve clients across California and throughout the entire U.S. 😁

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Jay actually stepped in as a replacement on behalf of our original photographer, they were buddies :) The night before to the morning of, Jay was very communicative from the start & even afterward we were wrapped up from our ceremony. Of course being that this was our first time getting professional photographed as a couple, Jay guided us through poses, angles, allowing to feel very comfortable & natural in front of the camera. Plus he had a great eye when taking candid shots, which is one of the main things my husband & I wanted 3 At the of the day, he went out of his way to send us sneak peek shots of our photos & just from that kind gesture & professionalism alone, said a lot. Thank you so much again Jay for capturing such a special day for us, especially with our love ones there. All the photos turned out so beautiful!
Vercylanne, 4 months ago
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ZAYA PHOTOGRAPHY 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Meet with your Photographer. "The most important thing for me is to create a feeling with my bride and groom, in order to have the best approach on the D-day, and to respect a professionalism, a dress-code, or a planning while keeping the pleasure of capturing these unique moments for my clients."

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I'm so excited to share my experience with photographer Oleg, and don't know where to start. My fiancé and I spent so much time on the research in order to find the best team, and best quality product, and Zaya was absolutely the right decision, besides they have exceed all the expectations we had. They managed to take all the beautiful moments (even those that I forgot) and the pictures editing was sooo perfect. Since we didn't have enough time on preparation (month only), we couldn't meet with them in advance to discuss what exactly we were looking for, but let me tell you, the real professionals do not need any guidance. The whole team are such perfectionists, and all the services they provide are for 100%. I highly recommend Oleg’s Zaya to anyone who is looking for their moments to be captured by real professionals.
Alisia, 9 months ago
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Onyx and Arrow Collective 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Montecito, CA

I'm April, and I'm here to be your coffee-fueled hype woman on your wedding day! Onyx and Arrow Collective is a wedding photography and videography brand designed to service couples from coast to coast. After 6 years in business, my team and I have been honored enough to capture nearly 900 love stories. We're here to ensure a fun, seamless day while capturing amazing pictures for you and your partner.

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I have only gotten a sneak peek of the photos and I’m already in love! They are absolutely beautiful, everyone I share them with are so impressed. April was so easy to work with, directing us in what was working. Allowing us to add any ideas we had. Beyond that though, just take a look at her portfolio and you’ll immediately realize why people choose her! The pictures speak for themselves.
Erika & E., 4 years ago
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As the Crow Flies 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Montecito, CA

*cue movie announcer voice* In a world.... where there are billions of people. You are unique. You have a story and it's like no one else's. Enter character number 2: us We are your professional third wheels and we are here to tell your story. But not just the happy go lucky, awkward " cheese smile" kind... the true raw unfiltered emotion that is part of your life. This life is crazy, and we only have one. Live life to the fullest.

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Alexis is an amazing photographer! She's encouraging and super helpful! She is always willing to help in any way that she can, all while taking fantastic photos! When I chose her to take our photos, I was instantly impressed with her. I would 100% recommend her and ask her again if I ever need photographs taken again.
Vanessa L., 3 years ago
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Christy Kendall Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Montecito, CA

After 10 years of shooting I can tell you happily that I still think I somehow got away with having the best job in the world. I adore being able to photograph the moments of life that make it worth living. Weddings, birth, family, there are concentrated amounts of love in these moments and being able to give someone a way to hold on to that visually is absolutely wonderful.

Christy is a true professional - she is meticulous, creative, and a master of her craft. She captured my husband and I so authentically for both our engagement and wedding photos. She and her team were responsive, professional and accommodating from start to finish. Christy remained calm and composed despite the summer heat, family chaos, and various photo requests throughout the night. She made us the priority and ensured we felt comfortable and taken care of. We intend to hire her a million more times for life events worth capturing! Can’t recommend her enough.
Elyse W., 5 months ago
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Laura Ford Photos 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Hello! I’m Laura Ford, a Midwestern native who has fully adopted sunny Southern California as home. I’ve been living and working in Los Angeles & Santa Barbara since 2013, and have happily kissed winter boots and car ice scrapers goodbye forever!  As far as aesthetic goes, my photos are bright, cheerful and thoughtfully framed. Combining the perfect setting with the right color palate and a bit of art direction for my clients is my superpower. My approach for portraits can be described as editorial, and my goal is to artfully capture the essence of you!  

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Laura was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, they were attentive, willing to get on the phone with us, and on top of any changes we needed to make. They explored our venue ahead of time to find the best photo spots, guided us through the entire process, and delivered our photos with a super quick turnaround. Laura and her team really took the time to get to know my husband and I, which made the whole experience feel so personal. They were also incredibly flexible and willing to work with all the dynamics of my family. Laura is simply wonderful, and we couldn't be happier with the beautiful photos that captured our special day.
Carolina K., a month ago
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Wild Elegance 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Hello hello! My name is Marie and I am the owner and photographer for Wild Elegance. We are a brand for adventurers, for lovers of life, and genuine people who love those little moments between the moments in life and seek out truth over perfection. Your marriage is unique because of the relationships you have with the people you choose to celebrate with. Spending my day with you and your closest family and friends brings me such joy, and creating art out of some of the best moments of your life is something I am truly honored to be a part of for so many.

My husband and I absolutely adore Marie, she made our wedding celebration so easy going and I cannot wait to work with her again!
Alexandria M., a year ago
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HlubTray Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Welcome. HlubTray Photography is a professional photographer based in Los Angeles, CA, specializing in natural, expressive wedding photos. Owner Tracy Hang is a multi-talented visual artist passionate about capturing the essence of life through her camera lens. Fascinated by the uninhibited parts of people, Tracy sets no limits to the creative lengths she will go for your wedding day. Of Hmong descent, Tracy founded HlubTray Photography as a space to embrace the love, laughter, and joy of living. "Hlub" represents love in her native tongue, setting the tone for the portraits she produces.

Tracy captured our wedding perfectly! She was so fun and easy to work with. While my other vendors were driving us crazy leading up to the wedding Tracy was always so calm and reassuring which we found very comforting and we really appreciated that. Our wedding day pictures are beautiful and we will cherish them forever.
Elizabeth, a month ago
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Tiya Studios 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Montecito, CA

My name is Tiya and I have started my Photography Journey back in 2008. After having success in fashion world, few magazine covers, working with top models and huge brands such as Braun, I felt like I need much more realistic connection to my subjects and nothing means more to me that LOVE. In 2012 I switched to Wedding Photography and capturing your love through my lens. I am in love with your love story and can’t wait for you to see it through my eyes.

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Tiya and her team were wonderful and very professional.we are so happy to have her as the photographer and videographer for our daughter’s wedding. They did a great job and it was so pleasant to work with her .
Negar, 4 months ago
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Adam Kent Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Montecito, CA

I want the photos of my wedding that I don’t have –; that capture the moments of affection between our family members; that remind us of the little details and big feelings of that day. I want the photos of my father-in-law walking my wife down the aisle, six months before he unexpectedly passed away. Those photos don’t exist. Instead, I have a handful of blurry, poorly edited images, the half-hearted efforts of an amateur photographer who didn’t yet know what he was doing with a camera. At that time I didn’t know the value of a professional wedding photographer, so I didn’t make the investment and it’s one of the biggest mistakes I’ve made.

Adam is an absolute delight to work with! We used him for our engagement and wedding photos and not only did he have us laughing the entire time, but all of the photos came out better than I could ever imagine. Adam has the perfect eye for lighting and framing. 100/10 would recommend
Maureen Alice P., 2 months ago
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Simply Wandering Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Hey, I'm Emily! A natural light photographer based in Portland Oregon who specializes in true-to-color edits and authentic captures. Like many photogs out there, I picked up a camera really young and haven’t put it down since. I never wanted to forget parts of my childhood and young adulthood, so it became second nature for me to document the things I loved with photographs in a very real and candid way. Fast forward to today, I couldn’t feel luckier that this hobby became a career focused on preserving life’s most precious moments for others. Who will be the girl behind the camera hyping you up while capturing some authentic moments?

Awarded Best of Zola
I LOVE working with Emily! She's done family photos, branding and headshot photos for me as well. She's incredible! Emily's got a way of putting everyone at ease. And as a florist I really appreciate her true to color editing.
Katie Watkins, 3 years ago
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Regina K. Popova Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Montecito, CA

My mission is to bring the luxury of high quality wedding photography to a more affordable price. To serve my couples completely to ensure that they have a stress free and fun wedding day. Everyone should receive the images that they dreamt of on their wedding day, and I believe that when your wedding starts off on the right foot, so does your marriage. And that? That should be a luxury that is available to everyone.

We highly recommend working with Regina! She is beyond talented and just the sweetest person with a huge heart. She made us feel at ease when taking photos both at our engagement shoot and wedding day. We feel so happy and grateful that we were able to have her on our big day. We felt like Regina really captured the day beautifully and knew just the things to do (and would go above and beyond) to get the best shot for us. We recommend her whole heartedly to all our friends and family!! She is truly the best and we feel like we walked away with not just the best photos but with a friend as well.
Jaqueline and J., 4 years ago
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Phillipvn Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,500
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Phillip Van Nostrand is based in New York City. With a strong background in photographing weddings, commercial, and lifestyle projects, he is an expert in capturing bright, cinematic lifestyle imagery. He travels abroad once a year and has photographed 30+ countries. Phillip has been published in the New York Times, Dwell Magazine, Fortune.com, Brides, Vogue, Fast Company, Huffington Post, Forbes.com, Parade Magazine, and was a Master Class speaker at WPPI in 2016, 2017, and 2019. His client list includes Airbnb, Jose Cuervo, Ok Cupid, Louboutin, The New School, GE, Venmo, The Points Guy, Core Power Yoga, Condé Nast, and more.

Phil is a true pleasure to work with from beginning to end. His response and editing times are incredibly fast, and I’ve never worked with someone more skilled at making clients feel comfortable and confident behind the camera. He is incredibly intuitive and always puts his clients’ needs over his own, and the quality of his work is superb. If you’re looking for timeless photos and a beautiful, empowering client experience, I can’t recommend working with Phillipvn enough!
Max P., 3 years ago
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Yosemite's Golden Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Montecito, CA

I'm known for creating experiences that are fun, laid back, and authentic. I have an immense love for adventure and an eye for capturing raw, organic, in-the-moment feelings for families, small weddings, elopements, boudoir, and adventurous couples. I know I am not for everyone but if you find that I don't meet who you are seeking, I don't take offense. It's completely understandable. I wouldn't mind pointing you in the right direction either 😊 .

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I cannot recommend Brey enough! She is professional, charismatic, and an absolute pleasure to work with. Brey showed up to our venue on our wedding day in April 2022 and immediately started doing what she does best: creating magic with her camera! If you need someone who will get the job done, with a little spice (well, a lot of spice actually), then Brey is the photographer for you.
Chynna T., 3 years ago
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Wild Honey Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Montecito, CA

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!

Jackie is truly like a bff that happens to be a professional vendor. Choosing her to be our wedding photographer was the easiest decision ever. Her photos give a genuine, laid back feel, and the whole time she’s working her magic, you barely notice she’s there. She makes you and your partner feel like you’re the only two people in the world, and she captures your most beautiful moments in a set of timeless photos. I could not recommend her more. She is even the reason I felt motivated enough to begin my own photography journey, simply because she makes it look so effortless and is so gracious with her advice. If you need a helpful, resourceful, and adventurous photographer for your special day, you 1000% need Jackie.
Lindsay V., 3 years ago
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Jos & Tree 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Montecito, CA

We are a husband and wife team based in Portland, Or and travel worldwide (we love travel) to capture our couples stories, and capturing the best imagery we can!. We specialize in creative moment driven wedding & lifestyle photography. We are committed to telling our couples stories and supporting them in ways that allow them to be free of stress and to be in the moment.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring Jos & Tree was the best decision we made for our wedding! Being a wedding photographer myself, this was at the top of my list to document all of those special memories from the day. Not only were they the photographers, they also became friends and were so easy to have with us the entire weekend. The photographs are beyond beautiful and we will treasure them forever!
Laura & G., 4 years ago
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Kelli and Josh 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Kelli and Josh are a sought-after international photographer team specializing in a unique combination of editorial and photojournalistic photography. Their expertise in each of their skillsets give them a timeless yet beautiful look to their photography. They have photographed weddings and events in over 42 countries across the world and have been named by BRIDES magazine as one of the top wedding photographers in Houston.

Awarded Best of Zola
It was truly an honor working with Kelli and Josh. They were so fun, and professional! They made my hubby and me at ease on our big day. I was so truly blown away by the quality of my pictures and how they were able to capture the day through the lens of the camera. Please please do yourself a favor and work with Josh and Kelli. They are truly dream photographers and it was truly an honor to have them capture our photos.
Kaitlyn Y., 3 years ago
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Nick Cruz Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Montecito, CA

My parents don’t have professional photos of their wedding. It’s ironic being that I photograph weddings for a living. Long story short, my Grandfather hired a distant cousin as their wedding photographer, his customer service was beyond subpar and pricing was vague. He eventually went out of business and apparently took the photos down with him. It’s a sad story but it is something that fuels my mission as a wedding photographer. To give my clients a memorable experience from the first Zoom meeting to the delivery of their gallery and beyond.

Nick is such a fabulous photographer -- he captured every big and little moment of our special day. He put us at ease and made us feel comfortable on a nerve-wreaking and exciting day. The photos are some of my favorite of my entire life. He's amazing!
Hailey B., 24 days ago
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Kiersten Franks Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Heyyy there! I’m Kiersten, the founder and creative force behind the lens. Born and raised in West Virginia, this beautiful state is what I call my home. I’ve developed a love for traveling across the United States, and I’m excited to expand my adventures internationally in December 2024. I’m passionate about capturing that best friend type of love—the real, raw, and candid moments that make your relationship unique. On your wedding day, my focus is on documenting your authentic selves, from those emotional first looks to cozy moments during golden hour. And I’m all about the pops of color!

I recently had the pleasure of working with Kiersten for my wedding, and I can't recommend her enough. From the moment we met, her professionalism and passion for photography were evident. She took the time to understand our vision and was super easy to communicate with throughout the planning process. On the big day, Kiersten was a true pro—capturing all the special moments without being intrusive. She managed to blend into the background while still getting all the key shots we wanted. The candid shots really stood out. The final photos blew us away. The quality and creativity were top-notch, and we received countless compliments from our friends and family. If you’re looking for a wedding photographer who delivers stunning results and makes the process enjoyable, Kiersten is your person. You won’t regret it!
Noah, 5 months ago
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Next Exit Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Adi and Cat Benner aka Next Exit Photography specialize in authentic, creative, natural, classic, photojournalistic Weddings Photography. Named BEST Wedding Photographer in Los Angeles by California Wedding Day Magazine and published globally in over 100 publications, Next Exit captures the unique personalities of each of their clients. They are celebrated for their joyful, emotional, and bright natural images. Please feel free to reach out for a chat!!

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Loved everything about Next Exit Photography! From start to finish, Cat and Adi went above and beyond to make our wedding day perfect. Our album is everything we dreamed of. Best investment of a lifetime, so happy we splurged to be with them.
Cathy, 2 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Montecito, CA

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

A Montecito, CA wedding photographer ranges from $185 to $20,000 and averages at $3,000. 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 Montecito, 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 Montecito, 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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