The Best Fine Art Wedding Photographers in Santa Barbara, CA

The Best Fine Art Wedding Photographers in Santa Barbara, CA

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Lerina Winter Photo 

5.0

Santa Barbara, CA
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,750

Welcome. Since 2011, Lerina has been photographing weddings of all shape and sizes. She has traveled throughout the country and abroad documenting love stories and the events that surround the most magical day in a couple's life. Today she calls both the desert and the coast home but feels comfortable anywhere a camera is slung around her neck, shooting on her medium of choice – film. Her work has been published and featured by Condé Nast Traveler, SELF Magazine, Green Wedding Shoes, Wedding Chicks, more.

Lerina was so easy to work with from the start! She quickly responded to our inquiry, and in our call, it was easy to decide that she was the wedding photographer we wanted to work with. We already knew that we loved her aesthetic. So when communication and logistics were easy, we were confident about working with her. Our wedding was scheduled for June 2020. We were really bummed about significantly downsizing to a small wedding in the last minute, but vendors like Lerina made the day so incredibly special. Lerina flew across the country to South Carolina to capture our small wedding. One year later, she and her assistant, Danny, flew out again to shoot our larger one-year anniversary renewal of vows. Throughout all the uncertainty, Lerina was easy to communicate with and incredibly reasonable with adapting the contract and rescheduling amidst the unprecedented circumstances. In retrospect, we were so blessed to get to know Lerina and Danny as well as we did because of the extended time of working together. They hold special places in our hearts and working with them was like working with dear, fun friends. They even accepted our invitation to our Low Country Boil rehearsal dinner and were wonderful with engaging our 2-year-old niece during photographing. We had such a blast together. Lerina helped us to feel natural in our photos and her images captured the love, joy, and beauty that filled our celebrations.
Megan, 2 years ago
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Chernogorov Photography 

5.0

Santa Barbara, CA
  • Fine art style

Liliya and Albert are a husband and wife team specializing in capturing the stories of romantic and genuine couples, and they take this to heart as they document the most precious moments of life's most important events. Channeling their European aesthetic heritage, Liliya and Albert possess an ethereal touch for timeless wedding photography. They revel in capturing understated elegance, unexpected moments, honest expressions, and timeless memories. From Las Vegas, Miami, and all of California, to France and Italy, they travel to iconic destinations to curate timeless memories of life's most precious moments.

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I have seen Albert’s work from afar for years and to say he is a good photographer is a compete understatement. He went above and beyond our expectations ! He is truly an expert in his craft , not only did he have great recommendations for the location, he was timely, friendly, & gave excellent direction on how we were to pose for each photo. We booked Albert for a pre-wedding photoshoot and honestly amidst all of the chaos and confusion that goes with wedding planning he was the one aspect that we did not have to second guess at all. I would highly recommend Chernogorov Photography for Any & All looking for diligence and efficiency !
Taylor B., 2 months ago
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Leslie Joy Photography 

5.0

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

A former wedding planner turned photographer, my eye for details comes second only to my heart for authentic moments of joy. With over a decade of experience in the wedding industry, it is my honor and my passion to create timeless imagery to tell your story. My mission is to preserve the memories of your wedding in the most extraordinary way.

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I'm incredibly happy that my husband and I decided to work with Leslie for our wedding photography. She is professional, detailed, and very easy to work with. She made the entire process so easy and pain-free. My husband and I had not done any professional photography sessions before this, but she made us feel so comfortable and gave great tips and guidance that helped create amazing photos. Our engagement and wedding photos came out so beautiful and I will cherish them forever! I cannot thank her enough for capturing our special day so wonderfully! <3
Mayra A., 3 years ago
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Oury Memories 

4.8

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

I have been a photographer for 8 years. Throughout my time as a photographer I’ve captured clothing, models, and memories. I shifted from corporate shootings to families and weddings because it gave me this warm fuzzy feeling when I edited my couples and families photos. Don’t be afraid to reach out to me and ask about my photography style, my editing style, or my favorite restaurant! I highly recommend scheduling a free consulting session!

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I would absolutely recommend grace and oury memories. She was so responsive and organized with making sure we got all the perfect shots. She also was extremely patient when it came to our kids and knew how important they were to be in some shots as well. She kept everything running smoothly and I appreciate that so much. We are so excited to see our photos and have no doubt that they will be so beautiful. Thank you cso much for helping to make our day so wonderful!!
Amy and K., 2 months ago
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Amative Creative 

4.9

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Hello there! I'm Andrea, owner of Amative Creative, and every weekend we're so blessed to be able to tell the love stories of so many amazing couples. Like many others in this industry might say, we simply adore weddings. But what makes us a little different is our entire brand is centered around telling love stories specifically curated to reflect your vision and aesthetic. "Amative" means to be prone to love, so as you can see, we want nothing more than to tell your love story! But what makes us truly unique is that we understand every love story looks different. And we personalize every aspect of how we document your wedding day!

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Amative Creative did our wedding and the preview pictures are PERFECT. I am so happy I booked them! The vibe is everything I wanted, and they were super responsive the entire time!! 1000000% recommend!
Jayla G., 3 months ago
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Fox & Fig Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Hello lovely! Let me introduce myself—I’m Sarah. Welcome to my little creative space—I hope you love it here & make yourself at home. My goal as your photographer is to put you at ease and therefore be able to capture your moments authentically and beautifully. As a film and digital photographer ("hybrid" if you will!), I take a big step back to capture your memories with intention, love, and honesty - my promise to you, is to treat your day as if it were my own. Film is my favorite medium to capture wedding days on, as I feel it brings back a level of authenticity, imperfection, and refined elegance that is irreplaceable.

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Fox & Fig Photography is absolutely amazing! From the first time you meet Sarah, you can tell how much she cares about each of her clients. She goes above and beyond to get the shots that you want (including waking up at 3:30am to do a sunrise engagement shoot). Sarah also helped with the day of timeline and discussed the exact photos we wanted. On our wedding day, Sarah and her second shooter captured every detail our day and we cherish all of these memories. We are obsessed with our photos and Sarah as she handles herself with professionalism, grace, detailed, and fun. Hire Fox & Fig Photography and you will have ZERO regrets
Caitlin + S., 4 years ago
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Emily Pillon Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Making Every Image a Movie Since 2013 ••• Fine Art Photography + Cinematography ••• CA • NY • Worldwide ••• Weddings, Destinations + Elopements ••• 24 hour sneak peaks! • Destination + Elopement Planning • Videography • Sunrise Sessions • Full Weekend Coverage • Second Photographers • Personalized Photography Sessions •

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I cannot recommend Emily enough! We found her a few months out from the wedding and did a call to talk about our budget and our vision for our wedding. Emily was so accommodating, shaping a photography and videography package that fit us perfectly! On our wedding day she was incredibly hard working and well prepared. She makes everyone she meets feel comfortable, confident and beautiful in their pictures! On top of honoring our "shot list" and getting all of my top priorities taken care of, Emily scoped out the venue and came up with fun locations and ideas that we hadn't considered! She also played with traditional photography, shooting on film, and polaroids all of which gave us unique looks that we love! If you're looking for a skilled, artistic, and friendly photographer, you've found her!
Andrea C., 6 months ago
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Kelly McDaniel Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Kelly has been a full time wedding photographer since 2016 and has been published in Ceremony Magazine, Wedding Chicks, Inspired By This, Loverly and Ruffled Blog and numerous fashion editorial magazines. Kelly started her photography journey in college with an old 35mm Canon - developing film and cultivating a passion for portraits. Ultimately, she ended up in the corporate world as a litigation specialist and nearly a decade into her career, she accepted that her true passion was in the arts. Kelly is a mother, wife and enjoys being out in the fresh air and sunlight and traveling anywhere.

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Kelly McDaniel Photography is an absolute must for your big day! From the very first interaction, Kelly proved to be a talented, professional and hilarious photographer who put us at ease and made us laugh throughout the entire process. She is beyond exceptional at capturing the essence of your wedding day, with a keen eye for detail and a true passion for her craft. Kelly made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, ensuring that our photos beautifully reflect the joy and love of our special day. We could not be happier with the stunning final product and cannot recommend Kelly McDaniel Photography highly enough!
Tristen W., a month ago
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Kristen Thomison 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Hello! My name is Kristen Thomison, I am passionate about capturing your story in a way that feels completely like you! Myself along with my team love getting to know you and capturing your day in a way that feels super intentional and like having some friends with you with a camera! Our promise is to keep it lighthearted and playful so that you look back on these images for years to come and remember the conversations, laughs, and maybe tears as if they were yesterday.

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I can't recommend Kristen enough! Not only does she create stunning photos, she makes session so fun and is very easy going! Kristen has an amazing client experience and will have you smiling ear to ear when she delivers your gallery! Run don't walk to hire Kristen if you are looking for a phenomenal wedding and engagement photographer!!
Lo Anderson Photography, 2 years ago
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Natalie Fong Malis 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $7,995
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Natalie is a Taiwanese-American photographer inspired by warmth & connection, reminiscent of her upbringing in Hawai'i. She graduated from NYU Tisch with a BFA in Photography while working alongside fashion designers & directors on editorial and campaign productions. For over a decade, Natalie has directed her lens towards weddings, finding a meaningful depth in the relationships that she develops with her subjects and the cultural & physical environments that surround them. Her background in fashion marries a tender, documentarian perspective to provide refined imagery with an editorial edge without compromising the truth of what happened.

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I had the absolute pleasure of working with Natalie, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience and the final photos. Her creative eye is unmatched, and she provided such thoughtful guidance on posing, which made the entire process feel natural and effortless. Natalie has a true talent for capturing moments in a way that feels both timeless and artistic. I also want to highlight her editing for film photos—it’s nothing short of incredible! The tones and textures she brings out are so beautifully done and added an extra layer of charm to the photos. If you’re looking for a photographer with an exceptional eye and a warm, professional approach, I can’t recommend Natalie enough. She’s truly a gem!
Zasha W., a month ago
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Maricarmen Maffioli 

5.0

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

My name is Mari, and I'm so thankful for many aspects of my life, including traveling the world. Photography and traveling are the two pillars that allow me to express my creativity. My couples enjoy curated experiences and thrive on exploring exotic landscapes to create memorable organic moments. I enjoy a multi-layered approach that infuses editorial touches and fine-art styles while still highlighting the candid, authentic moments of your celebration. My pursuit of impeccable details pushes me to continually evolve my vision while reminding me of the importance of carrying my camera with humor, compassion, and curiosity.

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We were left in TEARS! Each photograph captured the essence of our day in such a beautiful & authentic way. It was like reliving every moment, every emotion, all over again. Book her now, if looking since she only takes a handful of weddings each year.
Grace & J., 4 days ago
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Rafael Garcia Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

As a devoted wedding and portrait photographer, my primary focus is on authentically capturing the genuine emotions that make up your unique story. My goal is to ensure that your special day is not just visually documented, but deeply felt.

Rafael is hands down one of the best photographers I have worked with. I used his services previously for my mothers wedding and when the day came for mine I knew he was the photographer for us. He is detail oriented, patient, creative and kind. When my husband and I decided to elope we only gave ourselves a week and a half to plan. Rafael was very accommodating to our last minute plans and made us feel as if we had planned our special day a year in advance. Rafael took the time to learn the site and plan beautiful photos accordingly. Rafael gave us great directions on how to pose and what angels would make us stand out. My husband and I are not huge on taking photos and when we received the photos we were amazed ! The photos looked natural and captured who we are as a couple. I look at these photos and feel confident and beautiful! I appreciate all the work Rafael put in to our special day ! We are so excited to share these photos with our loved ones for generations to come.
Alexis C., 7 months ago
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Rebekah Lynne Photo 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

I’m just a nature loving & adventure seeking romantic who will gladly hike to the top of a mountain with you on your big day. I don’t want to only take photos on this day but also guide you through the planning process of the most memorable day of your life.

From the moment we booked Rebekah Lynne Photo, we knew we were in good hands. Rebekah's communication style was quick and very relatable, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of our session, her incredible talent and ability to work with kids was on full display. When my toddler started to lose interest in taking pictures, Rebekah used her expertise to keep her engaged and smiling. We absolutely had the best experience with Rebekah and will be rebooking her soon. She is so sweet and we cannot recommend her highly enough!
Alexis, 16 days ago
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Samantha Jacob Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA
  • Offer

Hi there! I'm Sam, a laid-back, down to earth gal! My love for photography started at a very young age. I thrive off of connecting with amazing people and creating beautiful visual art. I'm a 'go with the flow', free-spirited human. I am based in San Diego but travel all over the USA and world to capture stunning weddings. Travel is encouraged! I love visiting Miami, New York, Chicago, Las Vegas, San Fransisco, and other major cities in America. So excited to connect with you and create some stunning photographs that will last a lifetime!

Sam was one of the first vendors that we booked, and from the intro call, Sam was so kind and communicative with all of our questions. She walked us through her process, editing style and expectations from her, and answered all of our questions no problem. She made it easy to book and was so excited to work with us as well. From there she was happy to answer any of our questions and touched base with us leading up to the event till the day of. She showed up very professional but was still her kind self and didn’t hesitate to step up to help us find the best shots for bridal portraits, first looks, and more. She had no problem wrangling our families for photos, and blended in so well in some instances to get the shot. She helped us get photos with every single person at our wedding, and even led the line dances for our guests. Then when it came time to get our photos back, I was BLOWN AWAY by her editing style and hand picked photos to send back to us. You can tell that she is passionate about all of her work from being behind the camera to editing. She went above and beyond her contract and duties, and truly was so instrumental to capturing our day for us, as every time I look at our photos, I feel the emotion she captured from them. Sam is an absolute must for photography and editing!
Marina K., 23 days ago
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Your Love My Lens 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Welcome to Your Love My Lens, where our team of passionate photographers is dedicated to capturing your love story. Our collective expertise spans across various backgrounds and styles, ensuring that every moment is captured with care and creativity.

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Rabab was amazing during our engagement photo shoot! We had so much fun during the shoot that it didn’t feel like a photoshoot. She makes you feel comfortable and at ease. I have already recommended her to my friends and family and some have booked with her, and have nothing but great things to say. She’s also very open to helping your vision come to life and she’s so creative! Definitely book her ASAP!!
Gloria & J., a year ago
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Madeleine Collins Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, 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!

We are so happy that we chose Madeleine as our photographer. From the first email onward she was always very friendly and easy to communicate with. We chose her because we love her work and editing style but our experience with her surpassed all expectations. She is a genius behind the lens. She coordinated with us wonderfully and made many great suggestions. We met her in person for the first time at our engagement photo session and felt comfortable with her right away. She was very patient with me and understanding of my health/special needs. And during our wedding day she facilitated the day and kept us on schedule for photos. She worked great with our vendor team and made our experience a lovely one. She is so kind and professional. We absolutely love all of the photos we have received so far. We highly recommend her .
nancy p., a month ago
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Candance Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Real Connections. Raw Emotions. Candid Moments. 

 These are the values behind what we do. These three words are the heart and soul of our work and everything we do is based around adventure and authenticity. When you hire us, you are hiring photographers who truly care about the experience you will have on your day. We don’t mind getting a little dirty or wet. We don’t mind staying until after dark to get the perfect shot. We don’t mind the hikes, or the time in-between each event. We are truly there for you and to tell the story of your day exactly as it happens

We are absolutely thrilled with our decision to book Candance as our wedding photographer. Initially, we almost missed the chance to work with her, but after an unexpected cancellation with our previous photographer, we reached out to Candance. She graciously adjusted her schedule and was able to accommodate our engagement shoot within a week of our request. Working with Candance and her husband Corey was an absolute delight. Candance is incredibly sweet, professional, and brought a wealth of creative ideas for poses and backgrounds. Her calming presence was a blessing on our busy wedding day. The photos we’ve received so far are some of our all-time favorites. Candance was, without a doubt, the best vendor we worked with throughout our wedding planning process. We wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in need of a photographer. You will not regret booking her!
Taylor C., 3 months ago
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Wow Studio 8 

4.5

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Welcome. Award-winning photographers, we are a small team of artists specialize in high-end photography, video production, graphic design, make-up, and styling. We service clients around the world and willing to travel to any locations. If you like to get more information, and you can contact us via the contact form below. Photography has allowed him to travel the globe sharing pivotal milestones and personal events with the people who entrust him to capture these priceless memories and allow him to tell their story your way

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I highly recommend wowstudio8, Kin is a very good creative photographer. Working with him is easy and fun, he keeps track of the time line and makes THIS day easier. His technical knowledge is very large and nothing can surprise him;) And the effect of his work is beautiful and magical.
Iwona, 3 years ago
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Mattie ONeill 

5.0

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

Hi! I’m Mattie - An Intimate Wedding & Elopement Photographer based in Southern California, Serving Couples Like You Who are Planning Your Day Completely Void of Traditional Expectations! I'm not just in the business of wedding photography; I’m in the art of storytelling. My mission is to emotionally invest in you, to bring out your unique love in a vibrant, nostalgic, and profoundly personal way. I’m passionate about capturing the joyous spontaneity that makes your love story, well, yours! I’m a firm believer that life is all about your uniqueness and individuality, so why should your wedding day reflect anything other than that?

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Mattie does incredible work and is so sweet! From our engagement photo session to our wedding day Mattie was wonderful. We just received our sneak peaks and I am so excited to see the rest. Watching her work throughout the wedding day was impressive. She was able to put us at ease and take beautiful natural photos. We love her vintage inspired vision!
Gabby K., 6 months ago
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Allen Tsai 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $13,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, 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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A Heart String Wedding Co. 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, 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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Easton Studios 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Photography is more than a skill; it's a way of seeing the world. I find magic in the ordinary and fleeting moments. Every image is an opportunity to share my perspective and invite others to see the world through my eyes. I want to capture the emotions, the stories, and the atmospheres that surround each photograph. Through my work, I want to trigger memories that will bring you back to feeling the moment.

We had Nancy do our engagement photos and our wedding which turned out absolutely amazing! She is so nice and fun to work with which made it a great experience. Her videographer team was so fun to work with as well. She has such a creative eye and will truly make your visions come to life.
Matilyn J., 2 months ago
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Christy Kendall Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Santa Barbara, 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., 4 months ago
Violet Carter Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA
  • Offer

Welcome to my photography world! If you're here, it means you're searching for a photographer to help capture YOUR story. I have been fortunate enough to have had a part in telling the stories of thousands of individuals over the last decade through my photography. My approach is simple – I want you to cherish every moment, and I'll take care of the rest. When we work together, you can just be yourself, living in the present and embracing life's joy. I'll be there, discreetly and passionately capturing all those beautiful expressions and emotions.

From the moment we booked Violet Carter Photography for our wedding, we knew we were in good hands. Violet's communication was consistently clear, enthusiastic, and insightful, putting us at ease throughout the entire planning process. On the day of our wedding, Violet expertly organized the group, made everyone feel comfortable, and made sure we got all the shots we wanted while keeping everything on schedule. The photos we received were nothing short of creative, evocative, and simply stunning - perfectly capturing the joy and beauty of our special day. We are thrilled with the work Violet and her team produced and would highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable wedding photographer.
Thomás, 2 months ago
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Natalie Schutt Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Hi you guys, my name's Natalie, & I'm so glad you're here! I’m a joy-filled, Southern California surfer girl who is in love with capturing weddings.  My style? It’s timeless, romantic, adventuresome, & personal. I’m dedicated to capturing fine elegance + raw beauty all the while keeping it real + being authentic. Your job is to be in love & live in that excitement with each other. My job is to make it easy + enjoyable for you two to be yourselves, 100%, as I frame and capture those once-in-a-lifetime moments in a way that only my mind can. Congratulations to you both! Looking forward to getting to know each other! xx Natalie

Natalie is the most professional, genuine, and talented wedding photographer. I promise you that you cannot and simply will not find a lovelier, more generous, or more brilliant person to help you sidestep stress and make the wedding planning process and wedding day a joy. At our wedding, three different people asked me if I'd later share her contact information with them for whenever they got married. Just think about that for a moment: three people were so blown away by Natalie's warmth, energy, and beautiful, bubbly personality that they would hire her on the spot without having yet seen her stunning work and even though they weren't engaged. Natalie's smile brightens up an entire room, and she has a truly remarkable way of making everyone feel relaxed and comfortable. She'll make you laugh, she'll keep your energy up, she'll capture the moments you dreamed would one day hang on your walls, and most of all, she will make you feel like your day, your marriage, and your love are the center of the entire world. This gift of her presence and love is extraordinary, and I promise you that it extends beyond anything you could ever hope or expect to receive from any wedding vendor. I cried when she sent us our photos because they are so profoundly beautiful and so full of the true emotion that she naturally drew from even the most reserved of our family members. Every photo was so natural and full of light and joy. Natalie has so much talent, and if you're one of her brides you'll quickly realize how lucky you are to have someone care so deeply about you and about capturing your special day. Before our wedding, Natalie spoke with me over email and on the phone, sent a thoughtful questionnaire to help us articulate our aesthetic and photography hopes, sent a quick engagement gift, and even checked in over text to make sure I was doing well the week before the wedding. After the wedding, she sent cute thank you gifts and GORGEOUS photos (you will love yours too!). But my favorite memory will always be from our wedding day when she took a moment to dance with my shy 5 year old nephew and draw him out of his shell so he could enjoy the party. The huge smile on his face will always be one of my most precious moments of our wedding day. My nephew, like so many of our guests, still ask about Natalie all the time. It was a pleasure to work with Natalie and to get to know her, and I hope you too will be fortunate to experience Natalie's light, love, and unparalleled talent.
Kaitlyn, 5 years ago
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Natasha Gillett Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Top luxury wedding photographer. For discerning couples seeking a wedding that embodies romance, style, and authentic moments, we are your perfect partner. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area and available for travel worldwide. Natasha’s editorial works and award winning fine art photography has been recognized globally since 2013. Features include Harper's Bazaar and Vogue

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We had our pre and wedding photos taken by Natasha and I can confidently say and recommend that she is the best wedding photographer you can find in the Bay Area. The care and love that she poured into her work really reflects in the photos. I will always cherish these pictures and will recommend anyone who is looking for a professional wedding photographer who has the best skills in capturing your most beautiful moment on a special day. Thank you Natasha !!!
Thorpad, 2 years ago
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Alex Lasota Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Alex Lasota is a fine art wedding and portrait photographer based in Walla Walla, Washington. Known for her documentary meets editorial style, she creates timeless, generational heirlooms that clients cherish for a lifetime. With a keen eye for capturing intimate and genuine moments, Alex ensures every once-in-a-lifetime celebration is beautifully preserved. With over a decade of experience, she seamlessly blends medium format film and digital images to tell your story.

We feel so lucky that we were able to book Alex for our wedding. Not only are her photos amazing but, she is also an incredible person to have by your side. She is so kind, so patient and really there to be there for you. Her photos are truly amazing. They are timeless, beautiful and she truly captures the heart in everything. We wanted a photographer that would keep everything natural and timeless and that’s exactly what we have. I am not a person who is comfortable in front of the camera , but, I love all the photos Alex took. She is beyond amazing and was able to keep us calm through all the chaos. We can’t say enough great things about Alex. She is amazing.
Alia A., 4 months ago
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Shutter & Sound 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Hi! Courtney here (that's me on the left!). Shutter and Sound is the brainchild of renowned wedding videographer Ryan Geldermann. Ryan began his wedding videography career in 2010 in Los Angeles and quickly became recognized as one of the top videographers in the U.S.. After relocating to DC and still receiving countless inquiries from all corners of the country, Ryan decided to recruit and train a few talented friends so he could continue offering the quality wedding videography he’s known for in SoCal and eventually over 10 cities. Shutter and Sound is a very small group of filmmakers dedicated to turning your big day into a work of art.

I recently used Shutter & Sound for my wedding and they were fantastic! The team was super friendly and really skilled at capturing all the important moments without being intrusive. They worked seamlessly with our other vendors which made everything go smoothly. When we got our photos and videos back, we were blown away by the quality and how they managed to capture the feel of our special day perfectly. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch wedding photography and videography!
Lesley F., 7 months ago
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Sandra Yvette Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Santa Barbara, 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 loved working with Sandra during the entire wedding process! I was stressed finding the perfect photographer, and she was so responsive to my first inquiry, hopped on the phone, and immediately gave me such great vibes. She's sweet, understanding, gave me a lot of peace of mind, and stood out among other photographers I spoke with at a similar price range (not to mention very experienced and a pro at what she does!). While I didn't book an engagement session, we met in person before our wedding and she was so fun to hang out with, listened to my concerns without judgment, and was so comforting! She was calm and orderly and kept to schedule on our wedding day, was so kind to our guests, and got all of our photos without putting too much pressure on us or taking us away from the event. I don't love taking photos, and she made me feel so beautiful, confident, and natural on the day. We absolutely love our photos, and am so happy to have worked with Sandra!!
Christina E., 10 days ago
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Tiffany Longeway Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Tiffany specializes in creating the exceptional luxury of an alluring yet cultivated experience while capturing connection and beauty. She draws from over ten years in the wedding photography industry to capture authentic luminous love stories that reflect not only the beauty in a moment but the feeling.

Tiffany and her team were AMAZING! From the moment we contacted her, Tiffany was professional, helpful and easy to talk to. Figuring everything out for my wedding was all a learning experience and she helped me out so much during the process. During our engagement session, we got to know Tiffany better and once we saw the photos she took, we knew we had made the right choice. We refined the timeline (a lot) and she was available for questions or concerns when I had them. We had the most amazing wedding day, thanks to Tiffany, Alyssa and Brittany. They helped us figure out the best places, and how, to pose and made my husband and I feel super comfortable the whole time. Tiffany captured shots in a way that takes me right back to that moment and I'll cherish them forever. All the photos we got back were fantastic, and I would recommend Tiffany to anybody who needs photos of anything!
Laura A., 7 months ago
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Ditto Dianto Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

I'm a fine art wedding photographer based in Northern California and beyond. After discovering my love for photography, I always knew I wanted to become a full time wedding photographer. I am so fortunate to call this my job for over five years! My photography work often describe as romantic, soft, bright and natural that lend itself from my love of film look and fine art. When I'm not behind the camera or editing the latest wedding, you can find me spending time with my wife and our two Tabbies. I would absolutely love to get to know you and be your photographer!

Ditto and his assistant showed up early and started taking amazing photos right off the bat. The pre-wedding communication was timely. He was easy to work with and brought calm energy to a day when stress can permeate the fun out of it. We immediately received a high volume, beautiful sneak peak the evening after the wedding which was a fun surprise and a great way to start our honeymoon admiring the gorgeous photos. If you are considering Ditto Diante Photography for your wedding, I would highly recommend him.
Mariah O., 4 months ago
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Stephanie Weber Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Stephanie’s journey in photography began when her sister became engaged in 2017. This was such an emotional experience for her that what started out as a hobby quickly became a passion that she craved to share with others. For her, photography is more than just a photo or a snapshot. It’s a treasure. A priceless glimpse into the past where all the best moments of your life are preserved. Stephanie strives to deliver the perfect photos, encapsulating all the firsts, all the feels, all the memories!

As soon as I got engaged, I booked Stephanie! Before I even had any of my other vendors, I knew I needed her to document our day! From initial meeting to gallery delivery, she has been the most amazing, patient, kind, responsive, fun, hardworking, and wonderful individuals I have ever had the opportunity to work with. She truly cares about her couples and her work is truly beautiful. Take a moment to scroll through her photos and you'll fall in love like I did! She is great at catching all the moments-- candid or posed and makes you feel comfortable. I am so happy we booked her and will refer her to all my friends and family! Thank you so much for taking care of us Steph!
Julia & E., 3 years ago
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Cly by Matthew 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

CLY BY MATTHEW has evolved at year 2004 from fashion, portrait and still life photography to the wonderful world of wedding photography, which incorporates all three genres. We follow a non-intrusive photojournalistic style for your weddings, which our clients (and their guests) very much appreciate. We concentrate not only on the big picture, but also we take pride in capturing the sincere fleeting moments that evoke the senses the very essence of photography.

Where do I start…I have so many things to praise about Matthew and his team at CLY by Matthew. The search for our photographer took forever, but once I found CLY and Matthew’s work, it was essentially an instantaneous decision. I left the intro meeting/conversation 100% sure we’d hire him. His and his team’s photography is beautiful, elegant, classic, and natural – and it was so easy to work with them from a fit and personality standpoint. I’ll admit, it’s a little awkward to pose for photography! But in the months leading up, and the day of, the wedding, Matthew and his team made us feel very comfortable in front of the camera. Matthew is one of the kindest people ever, and his calm demeanor made everything so pleasant and easy (especially with the frantic nature of wedding planning!) We are in LOVE with the photos we got back. We still can’t even believe it’s us, and our wedding, because the CLY team captured everything so amazingly. It’s surreal! We are so lucky to have found them and worked with Matthew. I’m hoping to find an excuse in the future to work with him again for professional photography. If you’re here and in the middle of researching photographers, stop reading and contact CLY immediately. You won’t regret it, I promise you.
A & E., 5 years ago
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Halcyon Echo 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

The greek myth from which the phrase “halcyon days” is derived, is one of great love ending in a time of joy and calm. A euphoric recollection of the past and an optimistic reverence for the future. Echo denotes a feeling of resonance and return. Because our memories and dreams are almost never linear-they are organic-abstracted from reality and, often, largely defined by touch, scent and, of course, sight. My hope is to create imagery that will reflect the deepest of fully felt emotion from this day, back to you. Working with analog & digital processes from Denver, Colorado.

My husband and I had an amazing experience with Karly! She was more than helpful when it came to all of our photography needs. She worked with our crazy schedule while running around Yosemite National Park. She delivered when it came to final edits. Make sure you get the extra final edits, trust me you will want all of them! Thank you a million times for making our special day the MOST special!
Nicole & M., 4 years ago
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Purity Weddings 

5.0

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

Purity Weddings - is a Los Angeles based husband-and-wife team. We believe in capturing images that are nostalgic and sophisticated, ones that effortlessly transport you to the emotional essence of your wedding day. Based in Los Angeles - available Nationwide. Featured in SMP, Brides, BridalMusings and more. Please Contact us directly via our website contact form.

Words truly cannot express how unbelievable our experience with Purity Weddings. From our zoom calls to our engagement shoot to shooting our wedding during the hottest weekend of the year, Anna and Vitaly showed nothing but care, attention to detail, kindness, vision, creativity and talent. I truly do not think there are better wedding photographers and videographers. Within a week after our wedding, they provided us with a sneak peek of some of the most beautiful shots, including a stunning 1 minute film, that I’ve ever seen of me, my husband, and our friends and family. I watch the 1 minute film that Vitaly made us every single day. And I spend hours looking at Anna’s gorgeous photos. If I can give one piece of advice to any couple getting married it’s that you should invest in the best photo package you can with Purity Weddings. When all is said and done, all you’re left with is memories and photos, and there’s nobody better to capture the beauty of every single detail you spent so much time putting into your wedding. Thank you guys!!!!
Kate, 2 months ago
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J.Perryman Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,295
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

J.Perryman Photography is a Southern California based Wedding photography company. They specialize is photojournalistic style of wedding photography and modern artistic portraiture. Using natural light and off camera lighting to capture real moments of your wedding day. He is calm and confident to help guide you through the wedding day. Affordable pricing that wont break the bank. Jason has 10 years of wedding photography experience and has shot more than 500 weddings.

I would not recommend any other photographer. Jason encompasses every skill and mastery needed for photography at any level. One look at his work and you will see why he is rated as one of the leading photographers in Southern California.
Xavier, 3 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Santa Barbara, CA

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

A Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, 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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