The Best Wedding Photographers in Montecito, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Montecito, CA

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Emily Lauren Photography 

5.0

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

More Reviews on Facebook & Google ✨ Emily Lauren is a Virginia Wedding Photographer based in Abingdon, Virginia. Her style is described as adventurous, romantic, and fairytale inspired. She primarily serves Southwest Virginia, Northeast Tennessee, and Northwestern North Carolina, along with the USA & destinations worldwide. She specializes in Weddings & Elopements, Lifestyle, Family, Engagement, Portrait, Styled, Senior, and Boudoir Sessions."

Emily is a one of a kind photographer in so many unique ways from behind the camera to innovative pose ideas and picture locations. You may rest assured knowing your in the safe capable hands of a photographic professional with Emily at the helm, leading you to scenic destinations and capturing the irreplaceable images you may appreciate for a lifetime to come. Aside from a photography expert, she is more than fun to be around and pleasure to work with. From out door scenes to boudoir pin ups Emily is able to capture those creative moments you didn’t even know you were capable of. I’ve had the privilege of working with some incredibly talented photographers and Emily’s work remains some of my favorite. You’ll hire her as a photographer and gain a friend. She is certainly recommended by my company and will remain to be for as long as she’s willing to keep a camera in her hands!
Magic Wish Productions, 3 years ago
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Alyssa Walker Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Located in Los Angeles, California, Alyssa Walker Photography is an accomplished wedding photography business. They specialize in numerous photographic styles to produce striking images but specialize in the candid photojournalist style. No matter the activity, photographer Alyssa Walker will highlight every moment from your walk down the aisle, to the minute you say "I do," to the fun & candid dancing shots during your celebration. Owner Alyssa Walker firmly believes that love is inclusive and no one should be denied the right to marry the one they love. Inclusivity and love are interchangeable.

Alyssa was an absolute joy to work with. She understood exactly what we were looking for with our photos and offered suggestions if we got a bit camera shy. Not only that but she was extremely punctual, informative, and knew exactly where she needed to be at all times. My husband and I would recommend her to anyone in SoCal who is planning on getting married, she was spectacular!
Reanna C., a year ago
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Magnolia West Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Los Angeles based. Available everywhere. || Ariel is a Los Angeles wedding photographer who provides a luxury wedding photography experience for the modern yet sentimental couple who has a love for all things beautiful, timeless and romantic.

I cannot speak highly enough about Magnolia West Photography, specifically Ariel, who captured the essence of our special day with unparalleled skill and professionalism. From our initial engagement shoot to the boudoir session and finally our wedding, Ariel's attention to detail and calming presence made every moment memorable. Ariel seamlessly blended into the background, ensuring that every precious moment was captured without intruding on the natural flow of the day. Her ability to organize and orchestrate shots while remaining unobtrusive is truly commendable. Not only did Ariel excel in her role as a photographer, but she also became a source of comfort and support amidst the chaos of wedding preparations. Her reassuring demeanor and quick thinking diffused any tensions, allowing us to fully enjoy our day. The feedback from our guests speaks volumes about Ariel's talent. Many remarked on her professionalism and the stunning quality of her work, despite her discreet presence throughout the event. Ariel's expertise extends beyond photography; she provided valuable referrals and insights into the industry, ensuring that every aspect of our wedding was seamless. In summary, if you're searching for a photographer who exceeds expectations in every aspect, Ariel from Magnolia West Photography is the perfect choice. Her ability to capture moments with grace and precision is truly remarkable. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to work with her again in the future.
Natalie, 5 months ago
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Maya Rose Weddings 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Montecito, CA

With a passion for weddings, and an unbridled love for dance floors, I will be right by your side to make sure your day is captured perfectly for you to look back on for the rest of your lives. Specializing in weddings, elopements, and couples' sessions, I'm ready to document your day, authentically.

Maya was an amazing photographer who brought our wedding to life. Aside from being incredibly talented at capturing a perfect day, she was also lovely to work with. She made us feel so comfortable the entire time, it felt like she was an old friend i've known for years. She allowed us to be ourselves, giving us no pressure whatsoever. When I got my wedding photos from her, I was instantly in love. I’d hire her again and again!
Alexandra and C., 8 months ago
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Francesca Maria Photo 

5.0

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

Based in Los Angeles and available for worldwide travel, Francesca specializes in capturing love and elevating your special moments. With over a decade of photography experience, a professional background in the entertainment industry and a degree in filmmaking from the USC School of Cinematic Arts, Francesca seamlessly blends artistic storytelling with technical expertise. Using a naturalistic approach to photography, Francesca documents your genuine moments in an elevated way to effortlessly tell your story.

Francesca did an engagement photo shoot for my fiancé and me, and we had the absolute best time with her! She chose a gorgeous location and made us feel super comfortable throughout the shoot. We are very happy with how the photos turned out and would not hesitate to work with Francesca again! She also accelerated her normal turnaround time so that the photos would be ready in time for our save the dates. She's AMAZING!!!
Kate + D., a year ago
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Sandra Yvette Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Montecito, CA

TOMORROW ISN’T PROMISED TO ANYONE, SO IT’S UP TO YOU TO DOCUMENT YOUR TODAY. YOUR RIGHT NOW. YOUR LIFE. Everybody has a story and I’m fascinated to learn yours. I come from a close knit family of 7, grew up in Sacramento, CA, and now have a super supportive husband while raising 2 fun, spunky children in San Diego, CA that mean the world to me. I believe that FAMILY IS EVERYTHING. I promise to capture the details, but most importantly, the people and moments that surround you on your wedding day.

We got married in Spring of 2021 and this review is LONG overdue! Sandra and her husband Fernando were amazing to work with! I still look back and think about how easy it was to be around them and feel comfortable. They were recommended by our wedding planner. Their videography skills were top notch and we loved our classic long and sneak peek short films. I am forever grateful for their talent and guidance throughout the wedding day festivities, constantly keeping everything in order to capture the best moments. And their wonderful personalities were a joy to be around! Sandra has that artistic eye and somehow kept things light by making us laugh a lot:) She also communicated well giving us updates on when to expect the videos. Thank you for everything!! I highly recommend Sandra Yvette Photography to anyone looking for those raw, natural moments on such a special day.
Angelique S., a year ago
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Kendall Aubrey 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Montecito, CA

[ I do not respond to inquiries here. Please submit an inquiry on my website. ] You can expect sun, sand, and redwoods. Documenting memories for the happiest, wildest, can't-stop-smiling kind of love in California and beyond. For souls who seek to feel the ocean's breeze, are not afraid to get a little messy, souls who want to dance with the wind in their hair, and celebrate memories in the making. Let's adventure together!

Kendall was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding photography. Her communication style is quick, thorough, kind and friendly, which put us at ease through the entire process. The quality of Kendall's work is excellent and impressive - we feel we got great value for beautiful photos that captured the essence of our special day. Kendall made us and our guests feel so comfortable from start to finish. She arrived early to scout locations and stayed late into the evening to get candid shots of the dance floor. We highly recommend Kendall Aubrey Photography for your wedding or special event!
Arden K., 4 months ago
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Andrea Stewart Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Welcome. A people-person at heart, I know just how to make you feel at ease on your wedding day - whether that be a soothing pep talk, a wild champagne spray, or stealing you away for sunset photo magic during your reception, I've got your back.

Andrea was an absolute joy to work with on our wedding day. From our very first interaction, Andrea was warm, kind, and genuinely excited to capture our special day. Her communication style was direct yet upbeat, putting us at ease and making us feel comfortable in front of the camera. The quality of her work was truly exceptional - she has an incredible eye for detail and a photojournalistic approach that allowed them to capture all the little moments that made our wedding day so unique and memorable. Andrea went above and beyond, working tirelessly to create images that we will cherish forever. We cannot recommend Andrea Stewart Photography highly enough to any couple looking for a talented, positive, and genuine photography team to document their wedding.
Kayla, 10 days ago
Lulan Wedding Photography and Videography 

5.0

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

Lulan studio is a premium wedding photography and videography studio based in Los Angeles. We specialize in cinematic style wedding photography and videography in LA. Our work encompasses wedding and engagement photography and videography, elopement and portrait sessions.

We found Lulan Studio because my husband was looking through our venue's instagram page and found a photo he loved that was taken by one of their photographers. The cinematic and photojournalistic style was exactly what we were looking for, and knew we found our photographer when we went to their website. The communication leading up to the wedding was always very quick and responsive. Alli was our photographer, and I cannot express enough how absolutely wonderful she was. Not only is she phenomenal at what she does and her work obviously speaks for itself, but she made the whole day fun and I always felt her looking out for us. When my veil kept coming off as I walked down the aisle, I was just going to forget it in the moment so I didn't have to deal with it. When I got to the front, I felt someone securing it in the back of my hair. At the time, I thought it was my mother-in-law since I had given it to her, but later I was told Alli said that I would regret it, and she put it on for me. In retrospect, she is absolutely right and I can't possibly say how appreciative and supported I felt by her the whole day. You will be overwhelmingly happy with Lulan Studio's work and Alli by your side.
Mary A., a year ago
Ruzin Cunningham Photos 

5.0

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

I want to capture all your in-between moments, those are my favorite, the way you guys sneak looks and steal kisses. I don’t want to be just another person who shows up and waves a black box in your face. I want your photos to represent your effortless connection, the closeness with your person, and all the other things that make you guys YOU! I am inspired by your love and I want to capture YOUR raw and real story. I want to tell it through my photos. And the fact that no else has been in my shoes, I see the world through eyes that no one else has. That’s what makes me different. Also NO TRAVEL FEE anywhere in the states!!

We got married in June 2022, and even now looking at our photos and video has us in disbelief at how Ruzin beautifully captured our special day. It’s like we’re viewing someone else’s wedding, but it’s actually ours! Throughout wedding planning, she went above and beyond for us and we can’t truly express our gratitude. She takes the time to get personal and get to know you well and understand your vision to help take it to the next level. We’ve seen many wedding photos, but hands down ours were the best. Choosing her was the best decision we made!
Ramya & T., 2 years ago
Lexx Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,050
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Hi, I'm Alexx! I grew up in San Diego and went to school in Malibu to study media production & math (I know, weird combo). Since then, I've lived in both Point Loma in SD and in West LA, so I'm always popping around all of SoCal! I absolutely adore weddings for the love, celebration, joy, and romance, so I want to make sure those are your main feelings throughout the day! What that means is I will always remain a calm presence in the chaos to help keep you grounded, but also blend into the background to give you space to just experience your day!

I don't even know where to begin. Alexx was hands down the best photographer we could have asked for. From the start she was supper communicative and within a day of inquiry, we had set up a time to chat and get acquainted. She is incredibly professional, but still super personable! We had so much fun with her at our engagement shoot, and the photos were INCREDIBLE. Her style is so organic and she makes you feel very comfortable from the start. She gave us so many tips leading up to the wedding about what to have ready for her and at what time, while still being super flexible with us if we needed to adapt. Day of with her was a breeze, too! She lead us through all of our photos and we wrapped up family photos quickly enough thanks to her that we were able to spend more time with our guests/family before the reception which was amazing! She had our previews to us within a few days and we are OBSESSED with every photo!! We cannot wait to see the full gallery :) Thank you so much for everything, Alexx!!!
Payten S., 3 years ago
Ambrocio Photo 

5.0

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

Connect Directly ambrociophoto . com or INSTA at joseambrociophoto Welcome! I’m Jose, a Southern California wedding & portrait photographer. It's about more than hiring someone to hold a camera and snap a few pics. Wedding photography is about carefully crafting and capturing the moments of your big day in a way that beautifully tells the story of your love. Our images have been described as candid, emotional, moody romantic, airy and timeless. My photography evokes feelings of genuine love & affection and strive to capture such moments throughout the day so that you both can remember all the little details.

Jose is such a pleasure to work with and his work is STUNNING! He has such a calm & positive energy, which is always appreciated on a wedding day. On top of that, he's highly skilled at both photo AND video. He's attentive to the details and is diligent about capturing the range of unique & personal touches. That being said, he's also fantastic at capturing those candid & special moments that we all hope to see. His technical skills are top-notch and his work is absolutely gorgeous. He really is a gem of a person, a photographer, and a videographer. Highly recommend!!!
Sam Turchin, 3 years ago
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Luxium Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,589
  • Serves Montecito, CA

We understand there's a lot to plan for your wedding which is why we simplify things for you. We are a photography and videography team whose passion is to creatively retell your big day through beautiful photos and videos. With over a decade of combined experience, you can rest assured knowing that your wedding day will be beautifully preserved.

Matt is great to work with and the quality of his work is unmatched. He has a keen eye for capturing what matters most and takes high quality well-composed photos. He offers photography and video recording (as well as arial footage). He really is a one-stop shop. If you have an important event where you need a photographer/videographer, contact Matt with Luxium Weddings. You will be glad you did.
Micah and J., 2 years ago
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Naiya Ross Photography 

4.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Naiya Ross Photography is a wedding photography business operating out of Escondido, California. Previously working in photojournalism, I have a keen eye for capturing the candid moments of authentic emotion that reveal themselves throughout every once-in-a-lifetime celebration. I try to put passionate and creativity into every project that I take on, I strive to craft stress-free photography experiences and images that reflect each couple’s one-of-a-kind romantic bond.

As two introverts getting married, we needed a photographer that would make us feel at ease, forget we even had staff on our day of, but also had a good hand in dealing with guests who liked to get involved in the vendors' craft. Naiya's skillful and gorgeous photos speak for themselves. We really loved working with her not only for our engagement photo session, but also the day of!!! Due to some unforseen emergency family matters, our photos were a bit late. We wish she would have given a bit more proactive communication regarding this. However, the final product was worth the wait!
Tatiana, 3 months ago
Simply Adri Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,400
  • Serves Montecito, CA

I’m a California wedding + lifestyle photographer, and lover of natural light. You can describe my work as bright, romantic and timeless. I am passionate about documenting your love story! A story that is worth telling and is unique, special, and full of love.

Adri was our wedding photographer for our September 2023 wedding and we have nothing but amazing things to say about her! From the very first inquiry meeting to the engagement shoot, Adri has been such a pleasure to work with. Her easy going, fun, and sweet personality makes it so easy to pose in front of the lenses. My husband and I love the natural lighting style when it comes to our photos and that’s exactly what we got with Adri. Even her detail shots and B&W film leaves us in awe! On the wedding day, Adri and Stephen were amazing! They made posing for photos so easy and our family and wedding party loved them. Adri even had fun suggestions during our wedding party group shots. Adri was also very organized when it came to our family photos right after the ceremony. It made everything go by so smoothly! Also Adri is super quick with her photo turnaround time! For the wedding, we got our sneak peeks 2 days after. They’re so beautiful, I catch myself looking at them every night! We really enjoyed our time with them and will consider hiring Adri for other future family photo shoots!
Cindy L., a year ago
Ryon Lockhart Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Montecito, CA

We are Sarah (Lockhart) + Tim (Ryon) A husband and wife run company specializing in wedding and lifestyle photography since 2011. We met at a photo production studio in 2008, moved in together less than 6 months later (much to our parents chagrin- sorry, guys!) and never, ever looked back. Sarah is our lead photographer, and Tim runs the crucial behind-the-scenes work that ensures everyone has the seamless experience our clients have come to know and love over the years! We firmly believe love is love, Black Lives Matter, climate change is real, and it’s totally acceptable to hug someone upon meeting them.

When looking for a photographer for my wedding i knew i wanted someone who captures the sweet unnoticed moments and the feeling of pure love through the day. Sara was just that. My husband and i couldn’t have asked for a better photographer for our day. Sara’s work is not only incredible but her presence on our wedding day was something we needed. She was funny outgoing professional and most of all such a light to work with. My husband isn’t to comfortable posing and around cameras but she coached him through all the poses and made us belly laugh the whole day. Sara thank you again for making all of our photo dreams come true. I would chose your and your team over and over again. Love always, the savages ️
Christine S., a year ago
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Henington Studios 

5.0

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

We're Jay and Larissa, partners, parents, and documentary wedding photographers based in Chicago and capturing weddings around the world. We've photographed love stories from Mexico to the Rocky Mountains and beyond. We've also been ranked among the world's best wedding photographers, but what matters most to us is what our couples think. Our goal is to blow your mind with photos that make your mother-in-law cry and your best friends say "holy shit!" If you want wedding photos that aren't just wedding photos, you're in the right place.

Holy sh**. Excuse my language, but It is needed to make sure that those of you reading this understand how sincerly amazing Jay and Larissa are. We have used them to photograph us personally as a couple and have used them for a wedding of family friends; and newborn pictures of my Niece, Harper. Each and every experience and photo shoot and email and text and phone call with them has been perfectly professional, fun, and reasonable. The prices are great, the people are great- and the photos are freakin perfect. Unique and fun and different- but also traditional for those seeking that. Jay and Larrisa are an amazing couple and they take seriously great photos. We will be using them for the next niece who is soon to arrive, and for engagement and wedding photos in the upcoming years. PLEASE give them a call today- they are the best!!!!!
Ali & H., 4 years ago
ROCHELLE WILHELMS PHOTOGRAPHY 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Montecito, CA

I am a wedding & portrait photographer who is attracted to all things natural and elegant. I believe every person should have an amazing portrait of themselves. Whether it is on your wedding day or a commissioned portrait in my studio, It is my mission to create the most beautiful images you have ever seen of yourself and your loved ones. I'm here to come along side you and/or your planner to capture the best version of you. In both Portraits and wedding photography, my style is cinematic, romantic, timeless and authentic.

Rochelle Wilhelms Photography is the BEST engagement/wedding photographer in Northern California and beyond! We had our engagement and wedding photos taken by Rochelle and the process was so smooth from start to finish. She made us feel comfortable right away and like we could be ourselves. She captured so many beautiful moments and made our love story come off the page in every photo! Her attention to detail and creative eye are truly gifts, and we received our photos back extremely fast and organized all on our own personalized digital wedding album. Book Rochelle Wilhelms Photography for your big day, you won't be disappointed!
Ben & L., 4 years ago
Brigette Burgman Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Montecito, CA

Hello! My name is Brigette and I am based out of the Chicago land area, but make it my mission to travel for photography as much as possible! I love the color purple, crazy hats, funk music, & all things outdoors! Traveling is my number one passion! I LOVE connecting with couples and getting to tell their love story authentically. I like to connect my subjects with nature and use natural lighting to create breathtaking images that emphasize my love for the natural beauty we find outside every day!

Brigette Burgman Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding! From start to finish, Brigette's communication was efficient, organized, and personal. Her dynamic, captivating photography was full of emotion and truly captured the essence of our special day. Brigette helped us stick to the timeline by getting all the pictures we wanted, and she was incredibly flexible when I got tired during our portrait session, quickly adjusting the structure to keep me comfortable. As a planner myself, I sometimes struggle to let go and be in the moment, but Brigette's calm, kind demeanor put me at ease. The final photos exceeded our expectations - they are exactly what we had hoped for and more. We are thrilled with Brigette's services and cannot recommend her highly enough!
Kelsey R., 23 days ago
The Ganeys 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Montecito, CA

I’ve always been the girl with the camera. In high school, my idea of a good time was planning photoshoots with my friends and editing our high school yearbook. But when I got to college, I felt like I needed to get a practical degree, so I chose the most creative business major I could find – marketing. Then I met Thomas. My photo hobby became something more because he recognized my passion and encouraged me to make it a reality. He’s been my second shooter since the very first wedding.

I've been putting off writing this review because I feel like no words can fully explain the amazing experience I had with the Ganeys. I first met Emily and Thomas when I was a bridesmaid in my friends' wedding in Florida, which the Ganeys were shooting! Based on that day and the resulting photos, I knew how talented this pair was and I REALLY wanted them for my own wedding. After getting engaged, I actually reached out to Emily before we even had a venue or date booked. Once they signed on to be our wedding photographers, my (already high) expectations were totally exceeded. I loved how organized, detailed-oriented, and responsive Emily was as we planned our engagement shoot and wedding day. At the engagement shoot, they did an amazing job including our 2 golden retrievers and shooting in sub-optimal weather conditions. Emily is so kind, thoughtful, and talented as a photographer, and Thomas is the secret ingredient that makes grooms everywhere feel at ease! This husband and wife team communicates so well and I believe that is part of the reason why they make their jobs look so effortless and fun on your wedding day and why the photos are so breathtaking. We can't wait to host Emily and Thomas at our house in a few weeks, and show off the way we've displayed their photos around the house!! I would be more than happy to share my full gallery and answer questions from any other brides/grooms considering the Ganeys.
Amanda, 4 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?

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