The Best Wedding Photographers in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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Tiya Studios 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, 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.

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, 2 months ago
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MKEshoots Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
  • Offer

Based out of Los Angeles, CA, MKEshoots Photography specializes in wedding and portrait photography. We truly understand the importance of capturing your wedding in its full glory. We both have over 10 years of experience in professional wedding photography. We place great importance on documenting the wedding day and capturing its essence through our photography. We want all our clients to be able to cherish the memories captured and relive their wedding day over and over. Our team specializes in capturing natural, documentary-style, candid photos.

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Murtaza and his team exceeded our expectations and captured all the beautiful moments of our wedding. I am definitely a little awkward in front of the camera but he did a phenomenal job making us feel comfortable and capturing candid shots. The quality of the photos is incredible and I know my wife and I will treasure them forever. I would highly recommend MKE Shoots to anyone looking for a wedding photographer.
Taha S., 17 days ago
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Shannon Bryn Photo LLC 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

If it's your first time here, welcome! My name is Shannon Montgomery, and I am a California and travel photographer that specializes in traditional+timeless weddings and elopements. I am always up for a good hike, enjoy rainy overcast days, and will always stop to pet any dogs in reach! Working in the garden, getting to visit any possible farm animal (but especially cows), and walking barefoot make me happiest. I love seeing the beauty in things that have endured the test of time, seen across the challenges and storms, and still stand in their own kind of beauty today.

Shannon is phenomenal! As a planner, she is so easy to work with and so kind! She makes my couples feel comfortable in front of the camera and not only that, but the photos she takes are breathtaking. She is one of the kindest photographers out there with quality work to match! She will capture your day beautifully and it is always a joy to work with her.
Nicole Taylor Events, 6 months ago
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TheTheodors Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Hi friends! We are Vlad and Aida, husband and wife team photographers living in SoCal. We are USA and Europe destination photographers, seekers of that natural light that makes our souls kind. For 13 years already we’ve felt truly honored to have people’s trust for considering us to photograph one of the most important days of their life! We have dedication and passion for what we do and for the people around us! We love how we are able to connect with couples who have the same approach to love and values that we share. Our couples are kind, creative, unique, love adventuring, treat other with respect and throw a wedding that feels like them!

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We had such an incredible experience working with TheTheodors Photography! They go above and beyond to ensure you have photos you will cherish for the rest of your life. They were phenomenal and I highly recommend considering them for any big day!
Helena and B., 2 months ago
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Jesse Madison Photography 

5.0

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,695

We are an award winning husband and wife team that captures photo and video in a way that is beautiful, authentic and timeless. We are the type of people who have fun with our couples but also arrive 15 min early to each event to review the space and prepare for shooting. Many brides want stunning photography but do not want to be constantly over posed. That is where we shine as we subtly direct you through natural poses and provide subtle tips on how to get more flattering looks. Your photos will look absolutely stunning with special attention to softening your skin tones that make your photos stand out in a way only a true professional can.

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Jesse gave us a great price for our engagement photos, as well as our wedding pictures and video. They were all very professional and fun to work with. We loved the pictures as well as the videos we received. He would respond our texts very quickly, he also was very quick to deliver both the pictures and the videos. We decided to print some of our guests pictures and send them back alongside the thank you cards, and everyone loved them! 10/10 recommended.
Isabella, 3 months ago
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Steven Nguyen Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Hello. I'm Steven. Starting my photography as a hobby in 2014 and becoming a professional in 2017, I have serviced over 80 weddings at diverse locations in my career. Throughout 3 years of my profession, I have chosen the path of fine art photography, which embraces natural colors, rich content, and especially real-time emotions. Contrary to traditional documentary photographers, my goal is to capture every special moment of your wedding day by praising the beauty through lighting and composition.

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My Wife and I couldn’t be happier with the amazing job Steven did. We will cherish and share these wonderful candid snapshots of our family and friends coming together to celebrate our love. Steven and his team were able to navigate the long 12-hour Vietnamese wedding ceremony with dedication and professionalism. His team were able to stage the shots quickly while provide concise directions so we could meet our busy wedding schedule. They emphasized that we should enjoy our big day. Whether it was firing off jokes, providing valuable assistance, or answering our questions, Steven and his team were a dream to work with and we couldn’t recommend them more. Our friends have also hired him after seeing his work.
Brian P., 2 years ago
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Love & Latitudes 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

We’re Diana and Isiah, the photographer and officiant duo behind Love and Latitudes Outdoor Wedding and Elopement Photography. We adore traveling and would love nothing more than to give you the perfect adventure elopement. As full-time vanlifers, we are always looking for the next experience—no drive is too long or winding to stop us from our next adventure!

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That’s it! If you were teetering on the edge of hiring Diana and Isiah, go ahead and take the jump— you will not be disappointed. They make every step of the process simple and even go out of their way if you have questions about permits and park rules. When my husband and I decided to elope in Death Valley NP, we found the Love and Latitudes blog and quickly knew that they were going to be a perfect fit. Isiah was a wonderful officiant, working with us to get a script that we loved and answering questions about getting the license. Diana was a clear communicator through every step, and the photos speak for themselves. We will definitely work (and hang out) with them again if we get a chance!
Melody S., 5 months ago
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Cassy Velazquez Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

I have always loved story-telling. I loved writing stories as a kid (I even tried to get a book published at age 12) and I love writing my own D&D campaigns now. Through storytelling, I see the paths laid ahead for our heroes, and beautiful adventures that need to be documented. Through storytelling, I started to see the pictures. And from these pictures, I began to photograph. I am crazy passionate about your day. I want to help you capture those moments. I want you to have the most amazing time, and the happiest memories. I want you to have photos so good that you can’t wait to show it off to the people you know, and even those you don’t.

My Husband and I were scrolling through Instagram to find our wedding photographer and came across one of Cassy’s posts. We immediately fell in love with her photography style and aesthetic. We reached out to her for our engagement session and it was absolutely wonderful. To start off, I will give HUGE kudos to Cassy for getting onto a Ferris wheel to take our engagement pictures. We later found out she was afraid of heights. This will just prove my point that Cassy will go the extra mile & what she does for her clients. During the engagement session, she helped my husband and I feel comfortable as she took our photos and once we received our photos we were so thrilled at how amazing they came out. We knew right then and there we had to secure her for our wedding date. My husband and I had never planned a wedding, & we were also looking for a videographer and had no luck in our search. I reached out to Cassy for any referrals or previous videographers she recommended. She asked us what we were looking for and what our budget was and gave us a list of videographers. We found our videographer through her and we are thankful to her because they were exactly what we were looking for. A few weeks before my wedding, I had to find a new makeup artist and Cassy came through again! She gave me a list of makeup artists and helped me find a MUA for my wedding day. Fast forward to our wedding day, Cassy & her team got there early to set up and first things first, they congratulated me. As a bride on your wedding day, it can be wonderful moment but it can also feel a tiny bit Overwhelming , like you have no control of what happens at that moment. BUT, I felt so calmed and reassured as soon as I saw her. It really helped knowing a professional familiar face on my wedding day. Having her as our photographer during our engagement and my family photography session, prepared myself what to expect on our wedding day. She made me feel assured & calm and kept us ON TIME to our wedding timeline. Cassy & her team went above and beyond to capture all of our important moments and asked for any last minute details we wanted to make sure we got photos off. My favorite part during the wedding was that Cassy was not shy to interrupt to keep us on track with our wedding timeline. And you need someone to make sure you are on track so you can get to all of your activities and make sure your photographer captures all the moments that you have planned for. Cassy worked so well with all other vendors and was professional. Cassy was responsive and on time with the delivery of our photo galleries and we loved them all. My husband and I cried all over again. Cassy was the BEST, ABSOLUTE BEST.
Janely Y., a year ago
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Abby Taylor Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Hi I’m Abby! been told all my life that I have an artistic flair and a gift for creativity, but that’s not the only reason why I started my career in wedding photography. I’m the biggest romantic and feel things deeply — in my photography there’s no detail in your connection that goes unnoticed. The little winks and smirks that silently set your soul on fire, the quirks that stay hidden to everybody else but you, and the parts of them that somehow make you fall in love with them even more… They’re how I tell stories because I know that in time, those are the things you’ll cherish the most.

Abby made our day unforgettable. She had this ease about her that calmed me throughout the day. Anything I wanted to make sure we included she made it happen - even the smallest detail that I had forgotten about she remembered. She drove me up a mountain for first look photos. That right there is dedication. Not only was she supportive as a professional, it was great to have her there as a friend. I would recommend this amazing photographer to anyone. The quality of her work shows through her photos and her work ethic. She had sneak peak photos emailed to me the literal next day. Abby is an absolute wonder, and I will forever be grateful she was there to capture the most perfect moments of the most beautiful day. Thank you, Abby!
Kayla and G., 6 months ago
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Morgan Wiltse Photo Co. 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

My love for photography began as young as 12 but the passion came as soon as I welcomed my first son, Liam. Motherhood is a busy busy life and the camera keeps all the memories fresh. I love, love. Nothing makes me smile bigger than a surprise engagement, or the welcoming of a new baby. I really try to get to know my clients and visualize their lives before I even attempt to capture their story - because that story is what MAKES the shot!

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Morgan Wiltse Photo Co. was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the very beginning, her communication was prompt, detailed, and informative, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. Her warm and welcoming personality, along with lots of encouraging words and affirmation of how good we looked together, made us feel so comfortable and confident. The quality of her work is truly timeless, effortless, and emotional - she captured all the special moments of our day with such care and artistry. Morgan also provided invaluable timeline assistance, seamlessly coordinating with our other vendors to ensure everything ran smoothly. Morgan Wiltse Photo Co. was a calming, cool, and collected presence on our wedding day, and we are thrilled with the beautiful, lasting memories she created for us.
Natalie R., 2 months ago
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Peterson Design & Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

We are a husband and wife duo who specialize in colorful and bright imagery for fun, vibrant and modern couples. Our mission is to provide an enjoyable, relaxed and fun experience in front of the camera and beautiful photographs that you will treasure for a lifetime.

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Marisa and Tim are the sweetest people you can imagine. Back in 2019 we began planning our wedding, so you can imagine that it took awhile for it to happen. They rolled with changes from 2020, to 2021, to 2022 and then after my wife and I got COVID the day before our wedding, to later in 2022! They were supportive and accommodating through what was one of the most tumultuous periods in our lives. They made us comfortable, they helped us get ready on the day of the wedding, they are infinitely giving and we will always be thankful for everything they did for us. Now, onto the photos! They're perfect! They're colorful and playful and everything we were looking for. We didn't just want conventional wedding photos, though we did get a number of classic ones that look great and made our parents very happy, we wanted something that felt like us. They also documented everything, from my custom pocket square to my wife's earrings to the invites, to the menus. Over two months later we're still going through the photos and getting enjoyment from them. We are so lucky to have worked with Marisa and Tim. They were a huge part of the best day of our lives and we're so grateful for them.
Frank & B., 2 years ago
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Jean Marshall Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

I help couples document their love story in a beautiful and memorable way. By capturing the essence of your love story, I create timeless images that blend classic elegance with raw emotion. Whether you prefer posed portraits or candid moments, I'll craft a collection that reflects your unique story.

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I wish I’d spoke up on being self conscious about my butt, and I didn’t so I have some pictures I probably won’t be sharing, but the pictures we have are pretty, she got everything I wanted during our ceremony, I just wish I had gotten some pictures with my bridesmaids and me in my wedding dress. The ball got dropped on that. Other than that I’m happy with my ceremony pictures, and some of the pictures where I’m facing away from the camera I’m not a huge fan of. My husband loves them though, so that’s good. There was some miscommunication on editing and what not, but over all we got some really good photos.
Promise R., a month ago
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Emerald Sky Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
  • Offer

At Emerald Sky, we believe that every love story deserves to be told with elegance, authenticity, and a touch of magic. Our team of passionate and skilled wedding photographers is dedicated to turning your special day into a visual masterpiece that will be treasured for a lifetime. ✨ Our Vision ✨ Founded on the principles of creativity, professionalism, and a profound love for the craft. Our vision is to not just capture images but to encapsulate the essence of your unique connection, ensuring that each photograph becomes a timeless piece of art.

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Emerald Sky Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the very first interaction, they were incredibly friendly, quick to respond, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. They took the time to understand our vision and provided helpful outlines to ensure we captured all the moments that were most important to us. On the day of, the photographer was attentive, checking in on us throughout the event to make sure he didn't miss a beat. The quality of their work is truly outstanding - the photos they delivered were absolutely stunning, with an amazing attention to detail. We received preview photos within days and the full album in record time. Emerald Sky Photography's incredible work ethic and dedication to their craft made them invaluable in making our wedding day so special. We cannot recommend them highly enough!
Cindy T., a month ago
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Glass Woods Media 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

We are a husband & wife team located in paradise...well, we're actually in the heart of Huntington Beach, California. But it's about as close to paradise as you can get! We specialize in capturing the stories of couples who are passionately in love with each other, telling their unique and beautiful narrative through the lens. Our favorite way to tell love stories is to really get to personally know you, your future spouse, and the relationship grounded in love that has led to something truly amazing...marriage.

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I spent a long time researching wedding photographers when I started wedding planning because I knew great photos would be very important to me. Glass Woods photos really stood out to me, and they were the first wedding vendor I booked. I am SO glad I did. Covid hit and we ended up postponing our wedding several times. Jake and Tasha were extremely flexible and accommodating throughout the process, and ended up traveling an hour to shoot my backyard wedding, which was not what they had originally agreed to. Unlike other vendors I dealt with, they never gave me a hard time or caused me any stress. On the day of the wedding, Jake was AMAZING. He was so chill and fun, and made us feel extremely comfortable on camera. He shot the wedding by himself, but didn’t miss any important moment. We just got our photos back and couldn’t be happier. They are all stunning. He did an amazing job of capturing all of the emotions in perfectly framed shots. I believe Tasha does the editing and it was also phenomenal. The colors are spectacular. I’ve already printed and framed some and they bring me so much joy to look at. So very grateful to Jake and Tasha and will definitely use them for photos in the future.
Megan A., 3 years ago
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Jenny Chou Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

I'm Jenny, a wedding photographer in Cali with 4 years and nearly 200 weddings of experience. Based in Orange County, capturing timeless, classic moments of love isn't just my job—it's my passion and true calling. My mission is to authentically document your unique love story, from the grand celebrations to the intimate moments on the beach. Let me preserve your emotions, celebrations, and dances, ensuring they become treasured reflections of your journey together.

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Jenny Chou Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the moment we first spoke, they were organized, professional, and experienced, and it was clear Jenny and her team would deliver stunning, luxury photography that would capture our vision perfectly. Throughout the day, they were fabulous and OCD about getting every detail right, to grabbing photos with everyone, to the final photos, they were simply stunning! not to mention clean, gorgeous, and a true reflection of our special day. I have worked with many photographers, and Jenny Chou is hands down the absolute best I have ever worked with. I highly recommend them and will definitely be booking with Jenny again in the future!
Margherite A., a month ago
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Alex Shevchik 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $999
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

I photograph the stories of couples who love big adventures and little details; couples who know the value of embracing old traditions and the thrill of creating their own; couples who believe that their wedding is about more than just a day of celebration, but a lifetime of love. Real love is a big deal. And for the couples that I have the joy of working with, so is their wedding photography. At the end of your big day, other than that new lifelong partner in crime you’ve hitched yourself to, your photos are all that you get to take with you.

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Working with Shevchik Production was an absolute pleasure! From our very first Zoom meeting with Alex, it was clear that we wanted them to capture our special day. They are not only incredibly creative and attentive but their genuine interest in meeting our needs made the entire process easy and relaxed. They arrived early on our wedding day, always ready to help and provide guidance, making everything flawless. The sneak peeks of our photographs and films are simply breathtaking, and we can't wait to see the full gallery. We wholeheartedly recommend Shevchik Production to anyone looking for top-notch photography and videography services. They are truly fantastic guys who do amazing work!
Ella F., 2 months ago
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Zack McCoy Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Hi there! I'm Zack, a wedding photographer from Orange County, Ca. Ever since I was a young kid studying (and sketching!) bugs in the backyard, I've had a fierce love for the details in the little moments of this crazy life. I got my first "real" camera when I was 12 and was instantly hooked. As I grew, so did my passion and ability to translate those moments into memories. I had the chance to help photograph a wedding when I was 17 and wow! What an experience! That night, I looked through the photos and fell in love. I knew that capturing the moments that would mean something to someone for the rest of their life was where I belonged.

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Thanks to Zack, my husband and I have pictures that stop time forever. He also made my very shy younger brothers feel comfortable and even helped the 5 year old get his shoes on. Having Zack be our photographer just felt like having more family around on our special day.
Adam and G., 2 years ago
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Wesley D Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

I started my business during the pandemic because I wanted to do something I love. What better way to spend those extra pandemy bucks than on a ridiculous amount of cool camera gear. Who’s with me?! I’m also a cat dad, longboard surfer, hiker and big science fiction nerd.

Daniel was absolutely incredible! I had a very specific vision in mind and Daniel was there to answer my texts and calls beforehand and then bring that vision to life! He gave us helpful prompts that kept us moving and got excellent photos! He was able to work with us on a short time frame and deliver photos quickly as well. I would recommend using him for any of your needs!
Alicia D., 3 months ago
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Erin Marton Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Since 2018, I've organically captured intentional connection at weddings. Above all, I want you to walk away from your wedding feeling like you and your new spouse were able to be completely present, immersed in a whirlwind of laughter and dancing and hugs from everyone you love most. Your photos should be a perfect reflection of that. The dream scenario is that you have a wedding photographer who gives off best friend energy and captures the day freely, unreservedly, with all the passion and excitement in the world because photographing love is a genuine pleasure and joy. I have been that person for many and would love to do it for you too.

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Erin is a 12/10 and worth every penny. She was so kind, attentive, professional, and an absolute pleasure to work with. She made it a point to get to know my husband and I as a couple, and was always a text away to answer any questions I had. Her work is absolutely STUNNING, and exactly what we were looking for: colorful, natural, editorial, and candid. She is the best of the best I wish I could get married again just to have more photos!
Daniella R., 4 months ago
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Hannah Wermich | Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

I'm Hannah! I shoot avant-garde wedding photography for crazy, creative lovers all over the U.S. My couples are sweethearts, troublemakers, & rebel-hearted crafters of their own self-expression, who fall in love and get hitched. xo

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We loved working with Hannah! Every step of the way was a blast. She took incredible pictures, got all our best angles, and captured the fun. And she did it all on her own! She was incredibly communicative, really listened to what we wanted & needed. We're not used to having our pictures taken, and she really helped make us comfortable and got pictures that still really felt like us. And she got us all our photos so quickly! I would recommend Hannah to any and all of my friends, and to y'all!
Liana W., 3 months ago
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Kaitlin Mace Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
  • Offer

Your wedding album transcends time as a cherished heirloom, destined to be passed down through generations. Each detail of your special day merits an exquisite capture, narrating your unique love story with grace and authenticity. Our approach ensures that your wedding remains a celebration of love and not merely a production set for photography, preserving the essence of your day in a luxurious and timeless manner.

Kaitlin could not have been a better fit for us on our wedding day. She has such a calming presence that made getting all the photos done absolutely effortless. I truly felt at home with her and her team the entire day. Not to mention I was blown away by the sneak peek she sent to me. Everyone was raving about her work and I could not be happier with the decision I made to have her be apart of our big day. If you’re looking for a creative and beautiful soul/spirit— look no further
Meg & J., 8 months ago
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Bairly Media 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Aja and her team are a dedicated and detail-oriented destination wedding photo and video crew. Serving effortlessly chic and classic couples. Bold and Timeless through Traditional and Candid storytelling.

Aja and her team were so wonderful to work with! Aja was soo nice on the phone for our initial call and my husband and I clicked immediately with her. Choosing a photographer and videographer is hard enough and finding one that fits your chemistry is very important! We hired her and her team for 14 hours so we wanted to make sure we clicked. Aja captures all those special moments that you’ll want to keep forever and look back on. She also helps you with your poses and makes sure you always look great! She helped fix my hair and veil to make sure it was all captured. The final photos and videos were sent to us 6 weeks after our wedding which was so much quicker than what we expected. We were able to share them with our friends and family and they all turned out beautifully. Thank you so much Aja for being part of our special day! If you’re looking for a photographer and videographer don’t hesitate, Aja and her team are the BEST! We are so happy we went with Aja and her team and have recommended her to everyone we know who’s getting married!
Paulynn , 7 months ago
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Miku Matsuzuru 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

I am a photographer born in Japan, raised in Hawaii, based in Orange County, CA. I love to take event photography, especially weddings, because there is already so much joy and emotion happening and I want to capture that moment and feeling so you can always go back to it just by seeing the photography.

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I’ve worked with Miku for two photo shoots, for my graduation and engagement. Both final products were spectacular and they’re worth more than I paid for. Overall, she is a talented photographer! She is so good at capturing the moment, so her work takes me back to and reminds me the moment vividly. Also, she is competent in catching what her clients want and also excel in understanding photography trends. During the photo shoots, she’s made good & precise instructions for posing and those kept me relax and be natural in front of camera for the whole time. I’d recommend her 120% for not only engage/wedding photo but also for any occasion you want your precious moment to be captured!
Atsky, 2 years ago
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Eyeblink Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

For us, it is all about documenting your day as it unfolds. We are believers that the best photographs come from letting everything flow. We don't believe in interrupting special moments to get a safe (posed) photo. On the contrary, we capture all moments: the fun, the crazy, the unexpected. We will get your dad in tears when he sees you in your wedding gown, and will also take your nephew in the middle of a tantrum. All that is part of your story. When you see your photos in 5 years, you will remember how your special day FELT and not only how it looked. You don't have to worry about photos, you just have to enjoy your day at the fullest.

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Fernanda is great taking pictures. She will meet with you to ask about your preferences, date, time and any important details about your big day. She was sharp at the time we requested, ready to start for the ceremony. She will stick with you and your invitee’s capturing all the important moments and highlights. She turned in all the pictures in promptly manner and time and offered some extra goods which completed the whole experience. Thank you!
Lissett and B., a year ago
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Edelweiss Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

It is such a joy to be around couples celebrating the best day of their lives. Every time I'm behind the camera, I'm reminded of why I love my job. Capturing the special moments and being a part of the celebration is incredibly gratifying and it's always a privilege to help couples remember their wedding day for years to come; I'm so lucky to be able to do what I love every day!

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We had such a wonderful experience working with Amelia! She took the most beautiful pictures and delivered everything in a timely fashion. She was communicative and determined to provide us with the best possible experience. She engaged with the bridal party and livened up any space that she entered with picture suggestions. She caught every important moment. We could not be more grateful and are so happy we chose her to document our wedding. She did a wonderful job! We would absolutely recommend her to anyone who is looking for a fantastic photographer. She’s incredible!
Hadley, a year ago
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Bokeh Weddings 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

At Bokeh Weddings, our focus is entirely on YOU and your love story. We're passionate about making your special moments shine. Our journey with you starts before we even click the shutter. We take the time to truly get to know you and understand your unique love story. Our ultimate goal is to capture authentically YOU moments. As you browse through your wedding photos in the years to come, we want each image to transport you back to those cherished moments, letting you relive the same emotions, love, and happiness from that extraordinary day."

The Bokeh wedding team was absolutely amazing!! From start to finish, everything pre wedding went so smoothly and the day of our wedding, the team was incredibly amazing, comforting, supportive and seriously made my husbands, bridal party, & my experience one to always remember! Let’s not forget our wedding video and picture!! Everything was absolutely stunning and I’m so happy we booked with Bokeh! You will not be disappointed, I promise. G & his team truly did everything possible to make our dream wedding come true cinematically. Thank you x1000
Michelle and M., 10 months ago
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Amertat Studio 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

AMERTAT is an award-winning photography and cinematography studio based in New York, Los Angeles, and Orange County. The studio artists photograph and film in a style that emphasizes your big day's emotions and authentic moments. We are determined to capture the most precious moments, details, and emotions throughout the whole event. Our team are storytellers who will capture your wedding story with romantic, editorial, and bohemian style

As a vendor who has had the pleasure of collaborating with Amertat Studio on several wedding projects, I cannot recommend their services highly enough. Their commitment to excellence, combined with their outstanding collaborative spirit, makes them a standout choice for any couple looking for exceptional wedding photography.
Kirk, 9 months ago
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Madeleine Collins Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Hi and welcome! I'm Madeleine and am so glad that you've connected with my work. I focus on bringing you a fun, relaxed photography experience so that you can keep your attention on what's most important... enjoying the celebration with each other and your closest loved ones! You will always be treated like a friend and a client, meaning I will be your partner throughout your entire wedding experience. I strive to create a fun, laid back environment that will help produce the most authentic photos for your Southern California or destination wedding. I'd love to hear more about you, your partner, and your vision, so feel free to get in touch!

Words truly cannot capture how much we love Madeleine. From our very first interaction, it was clear we had found someone special to document our day. Madeleine's talent and passion shone through every moment we spent with her, and we couldn't have asked for a better photographer for our wedding. She expertly corralled our enormous family, ensuring everyone was in the right place at the right time, all while keeping us on schedule. In the midst of the whirlwind, she made us feel so beautiful and comfortable, even as we were being pulled in various directions. Her ability to blend professionalism with a warm, friendly demeanor kept us laughing throughout the day, easing any feelings of being overwhelmed. The photos she captured are pure magic. Each image tells a story, beautifully preserving the joy and love of our wedding day. Madeleine’s photos exude the exact emotions we felt throughout our day and I know we will cherish them forever. One of the hardest parts of the wedding being over is the realization that we won’t get to see Madeleine again. It feels like we gained a true friend throughout this process, and we now know exactly who to call to capture all of life's big events in the future. Thank you, Madeleine, for your incredible work and for making our day unforgettable! We love you so much!
Anna C., 21 days ago
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Steve Cowell Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,650
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

I’m a husband to my high school sweetheart, I’m a dad to three gorgeous little girls, and I love my city of Costa Mesa, CA. Me in a nutshell...good coffee, bacon, and whiskey are my jam. A perfect day off consists of a mountain bike ride, some tacos, and swimming in our pool with my wife and daughters. I spent over 8 years in jobs that sucked the life out of me, but now I have one that breathes life back into me. You see, photography is not my identity…but it's definitely an extension of how I was created to see life. And I got into capturing meaningful moments because I am all about the life behind the moment, not just the event.

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Steve did our engagement photos, family photos, tea ceremony photos, and wedding photos for us. He makes you feel instantly comfortable in front of the camera and the photo results show it. He is not only kind and engaging but take absolutely stunning photos. We hope to use Steve again in the future!!
Ivan, 2 years ago
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Arina B Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Hello! Thank you for stopping by and checking out my work! I have been a photographer since age 14 and started my business in 2004. I photograph wedding all over the world and here to meet wonderful new couples that would like to get creative together. If I'm not somewhere traveling and photographing, I'm at home snuggling with my baby son and cute little doggy!

We highly recommend Arina as a photographer! She is so professional and creative. She has passion to what she is doing. You’ll get not just your regular next photo shoot with 25-50 pictures but tons of an amazing captured moments of your special event! Arina works hard in capturing that perfect moments, she can actually climb on a tree or lay on the ground just for THAT image. I love it!! She always has great ideas for posing and navigates you well through it. Works fast! We have been doing many photo shoots with Arina and just want to do more and more!))
Anna and V., 3 years ago
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By Alexa Leigh 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
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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.

Alexa did an amazing job capturing all the special moments of our big day. Her photography style is just beautiful, and her talent truly shines through in every shot. We were blown away by the quality of her work – the photos are beyond amazing! Alexa was also really great about accommodating all our photo requests, and the pictures of our guests really captured the magic of the day. Not only that, but Alexa was also incredibly kind and helpful throughout the whole process, which made everything even more memorable for us. She coordinated with the venue and handled all scheduling well in advance. I did not worry about the photography once in my entire wedding journey. Thank you, Alexa, for your fantastic work! We are recommending you to everyone we know!
Christina B., 4 months ago
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Haley Wilde Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

My name is Haley Wilde and I am a digital and 35mm film photographer based in Southern California. I specialize in all things surrounding love because I am a sucker for a good old fashioned love story. I would absolutely love to not only capture you love, but truly celebrate alongside you. I was a wedding planner for 3+ years prior to photography, so my knowledge and genuine passion for the wedding industry and serving my couples sets me apart from other photographers!

Awarded Best of Zola
Haley made us feel so comfortable and at ease during our shoot and wedding and was so incredibly professional. I am beyond thrilled with what she was able to capture on my wedding day. She is amazing and I recommend her to everybody I know looking.
Sierra, a year ago
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Wild Honey Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, 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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Atrin Studio 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first connected, we knew it was a perfect fit. Their passion for their craft was infectious, and their genuine interest in our vision was heartwarming. They took the time to get to know us, understand our hopes for the day, and answer every question, no matter how small. On the wedding day itself, they were on their time sharp. They were like ninjas. They were everywhere and nowhere at the same time, capturing every laugh, tear, and dance move without ever being intrusive. They blended seamlessly into the background, yet somehow managed to be in the perfect position for every precious shot. But it wasn't just their technical skill that blew us away. It was their genuine care and attention to detail. They anticipated our needs before we even knew them. They weren't just vendors; they felt like friends, there to support us and celebrate with us every step of the way. And the results? They were nothing short of breathtaking. The photos are exquisite - vibrant and artistic, capturing every emotion and detail with stunning clarity. They tell the story of our day in a way that words never could, making us relive the magic every time we look at them. The video? It's a masterpiece. It's not just a compilation of clips; it's a cinematic experience, weaving together laughter, tears, and heartwarming moments into a cohesive narrative that pulls at your heartstrings. We've already watched it countless times, and each time, it feels like we're back there, living the dream all over again. Asti and Amir, you didn't just capture our wedding; you captured our souls. You gave us a gift that we will cherish forever, a tangible reminder of the love, laughter, and pure magic of our most special day. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for being such an incredible part of our story. For future couples seeking their dream wedding photographer and videographer, look no further. Atrinstudio is the answer. You won't just get professionals; you'll get artists, storytellers, and friends who will make your day even more perfect than you ever imagined.
Deborah, a year ago
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Jesscaste Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

"Who's that girl, it's Jess!" Hey guys, I'm Jess! I love all things New Girl, The Legend of Zelda, and Broadway Musicals! I like to describe myself as Jessica Day, minus the really talented singing voice, but just overall kind of quirky and nerdy. I love capturing love stories, and fan girling hard core over all things wedding! If you need someone who is going to help you walk through your planning process, I'm your girl! You can also catch me binge eating tacos and ice cream while editing until 3am!

We used Jessica for our December 2018 wedding up north, and let me tell you: SHE IS WORTH EVERY SINGLE PENNY. Jess is not only a joy to work with, but her photos are absolutely incredible. I have loved sharing our engagement and wedding photos with our friends and family, and the reactions are always so positive. My husband and I are not the best at posing, but she made us feel comfortable every step of the way, with such incredible results. Thank you Jess for all that you do!
Oaks C., 4 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

A Rancho Santa Margarita, CA wedding photographer ranges from $200 to $20,000 and averages at $2,800. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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 Rancho Santa Margarita, 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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