The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Barbara, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Barbara, CA

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Sara Bishop Photography 

5.0

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

We offer colorful, modern + movement based photography for bold couples who are unapologetically themselves + ready to celebrate! We value inclusivity, body positivity, and women fiercely supporting women + it is our mission to create an experience for our clients where they feel seen, welcomed, accepted + celebrated for everything that they are. We hope you choose to #CelebrateWithBish

Sara made our wedding day incredible. She took care of the little details I knew I would want to look back on years from our wedding and captured our love so perfectly. Her personality is so fun and easy going, which made me not stress at all on the day of our wedding. As a bride, she made me feel comfortable and beautiful, like a friend would. I can’t imagine having anyone else photograph one of the biggest days of our lives and I’m forever thankful for the memories she captured for us. She is a true kween, the one and only, the Bish!
Kayla and R., 3 years ago
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Hilary Eyestone Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

Hello! Hi! It's so nice to meet you. My name is Hilary! I am a Professional Photographer and Super 8 Videographer based in Southern Maine specializing in Elopements, Weddings, Families, Lifestyles, and more. After attending college in Boston for photography, I found myself shooting weddings for friends and have built my casual endeavor into a beautiful, fun business. Since then, I have expanded into Super 8 and film photography focusing on commercial and lifestyle family sessions.

Hilary has a way of quietly capturing the magic in the milestones and the ordinary moments - at weddings and beyond. Every single photo she delivers tells a story of its own, and every time I look back through our images, I notice something new. It's a beautiful thing to witness an artist in action, and to frame her work on your wall later. I recommend Hilary to everyone! For documenting all of life's big stuff and everything in between.
Mary + B., 3 years ago
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Ella Truelove Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

Inspiration for my photography is rooted in my passion for nature, sunshine and capturing special moments in people’s lives. I focus on events such as weddings, engagements, proposals, portraits, and family sessions. I’ve been fortunate to call San Diego home and thankful I get to work with some wonderful clients, vendors and venues around Southern California. I’m excited to hear from you and create some beautiful images together!

Ella was such a pleasure to work with as our engagement and wedding photographer! She was extremely communicative/responsive, kind and warm and made us feel comfortable. Her pricing is reasonable and photos were delivered in a timely manner and are gorgeous! We couldn't recommend her enough!
Pamela T., a month ago
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The Iris Image 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

Hi there! We are Cassie and Arthur West, the artists behind The Iris Image. Our passion is chasing captivating and romantic love stories around the globe. Through the art of photography and filmmaking, our forté is bringing your visions and dreams to life. We love people and we love getting to share these incredibly special life moments with our clients. Expressing our creativity in these moments sets our souls on fire and inspires us to bring to life art our client’s will cherish forever. Something that started as a hobby has turned into a dream career and each wedding day we share with an amazing couple is truly treasured!

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I can't even explain how incredible the Iris Image team is to work & creative with! If you are looking for a photo & video team that is incomparable to the rest look no further. We as a planning company know that your experience of your wedding day team means everything. But with The Iris Image team we know it starts WAY before that & ends with a “Wow I can’t believe the wedding day is over. I want to be best friends with them forever & how they document all my moments of life”. THEY ARE THAT GOOD. We love that as soon as your inquiry is sent in that you're going to be blown away with just that intro call. Why? Because they take the time to dive into every part of you so they can be the best creative team for you. From the start they make a unique client experience with our couples that is handcrafted for them. It is the same for all couples that want to work with this team. It is just how they roll. A luxury experience in & out. From our personal & professional experience working with Cassie & Arthur we know our couples are going to get to work with the best of the best when booking this dynamic duo. They truly take the time to make your day a custom & completely personalized experience by building a relationship with the two of you. From going over all the "must have" moments of your day to even just asking for outfit advise on your engagement session they are here to be your professional experts on all things media. We consistently recommend Cassie & Arthur to our couples because we know they will get an incredible gallery & video that you’ll watch for years to come. What is even more amazing it that you’ll be able to look back on those photos & video feeling the rush of emotion & happy high you felt on that exact day. Hiring this team means it will be one of the best highlight of your day with the capturing all the special moments that matter & highlight your incredible love story.
Ember and Stone Events, 2 years ago
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Snapped Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

photos and film hold such a huge place in our hearts. if you're here, you're probably looking to preserve some really special life moments. we'd love to create some magic with you! we're local to West Chester, PA, but we follow love worldwide. our goal is to to capture your unique love and leave you with memories that you'll cherish forever. if you'd like to chat about your vision, please reach out!

I could not recommend Snapped enough! Jill and Tom were so easy to work with. I was really nervous about being awkward during our pictures but they made everything so easy and comfortable. The pictures really fit the vibe of our wedding and they caught so many beautiful moments that made it easy to relive our special day. Their editing was gorgeous and were they were just so kind throughout the whole process.
Colleen and B., 4 years ago
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Rebecca y Las Otras 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

I am a documentary wedding photographer -- I'm all about capturing real moments. In my photographs, I’m always shooting with an eye for color, light, and dynamic shadows. I integrate these technical aspects with my background in film, literature and storytelling so with every wedding, I create a series of documentary photos that recreates the authentic narrative of a day. I’m always chasing the candid, the emotional, even the un-noticed everyday details; things that make you do a double take, little moments that make your heart swell.

Awarded Best of Zola
Rebecca was awesome beyond words and we highly recommend her. Our wedding was non-traditional and posed some unique challenges. We threw a backyard Halloween party and surprised our guests by exchanging vows at midnight. To go along with the surprise and remain incognito, Rebecca showed up in costume as an old-timey reporter with a "PRESS" marker tucked in her hatband. She pulled the ruse off flawlessly, blending in and chatting effortlessly with our friends so that she could capture those perfectly candid and special moments throughout the night. No one appeared camera shy, no one looked awkward or directed, every last portrait was of a cherished friend at their joyous best. We had been initially concerned about our lighting conditions since the event was outdoors and at night. We couldn't go too overboard with party lights, nor did we want our photographer to be milling through the crowd with a bright flash. Rebecca laid our concerns to rest well before the event, and her expertise with low-light shooting is on display in our gallery. The photos were absolutely stunning. Some of our favorites were the amazingly touching and genuine reactions of surprise when we revealed we were getting married. We could not be happier or have asked for a better photographer experience. We'll cherish these beautiful mementos for the rest of our lives and we cannot recommend Rebecca y las otras enough.
K and E., 2 years ago
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Double Coast 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

I'm Sandra. I’m drawn to photos that trigger a memory. I’m constantly trying to create work that takes you back to the most beautiful moments of your life - big or small. Photos that remind you how little they were. How handsome he looked. How perfect the sun felt and how warm those cuddles were. I want to help you remember how it all felt.

Awarded Best of Zola
Oh my goodness I don't even know where to start. Sandra took our wedding photos and we are absolutely in love with them. Not only are we super pleased with the photos, but the entire process of communicating, planning, and the actual photography was a breeze. Sandra was super helpful with timelines and guidelines for the whole ceremony, this took a TON of stress off us for the wedding. She's also like, the sweetest person. If you're looking for a talented photographer to capture your special moments timelessly, she's your girl!
Raimy D., 4 years ago
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Cristina G Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

We are Cristina & Constantin - image makers, globe trotters, architecture fiends. Love, fashion and art drive and inspire our work. We split our time between our home base of Chicago and the cherished landscapes of our childhood in Europe, offering local (no travel costs) photo collections for select Euro and US locations.

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Leaving a five-star review for Cristina G Photography is the easiest decision we've made in the past year. Our entire experience with Cristina was nothing short of amazing. From our initial meeting to discuss photo plans and hear about her extensive experience to the comfort she provided on our wedding day, Cristina has been first-class in every way. Elegant, vibrant, and filled with love - these are just a few adjectives that describe the final pictures from our special day. The level of comfort she instilled in us on our wedding day was priceless, giving us the peace of mind we needed to fully enjoy the moment without any added stress. The array of pictures we received was beyond our expectation. The book Cristina put together for us is absolutely stunning, and we're thrilled to cherish it forever. Cristina's attention to detail is unmatched, and her experience and big heart truly shines through. She is the ultimate professional, capturing the best shots while ensuring we felt comfortable and had fun throughout the process. Blown away is an understatement. We wholeheartedly recommend Cristina and her team to anyone in need of exceptional photography. We eagerly look forward to working with her again for our future family photograph needs. Thank you, Cristina and Constantine, for making our special day even more memorable.
Dillon and K., 10 months ago
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Cecilia Proskauer Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

I’m Cecilia, a photographer, entrepreneur, and creator. For me, photography is more than just my job, it’s a central part of who I am. Since I was a kid I’ve felt the need to document life as I see it, to capture beautiful moments that last. I am so in love with this art form in every sense. It brings me such joy and fulfillment to be able to document people’s stories and bring them to life through my lens. At the end of the day, I do this job out of love. Love for people, the earth, and connection. I want to capture who you are as people. Your energy and vibrancy are at the heart of what I do and I wouldn’t trade that for anything.

Awarded Best of Zola
I found Cecilia through Instagram and I’m so glad I did. She did our elopement photos and I couldn’t be happier with how they turned out! She made us feel so comfortable during our shoot, directed us the entire time, and made it so much fun! I would book in a heartbeat again.
Carly and G., 3 years ago
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Jose Almeida Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

Weddings are celebrations that are full of emotion and romance all in a highly dynamic environment. Wedding photographs are timeless and irreplaceable so as a photographer, I feel I have a great responsibility at hand. I try my best to work with clients on their needs, provide flexible coverage hours and I work within their budgets. I am drawn to those unguarded candid moments. I attempt to portray an artistic feel that reveals feelings of emotion onto the viewer. Be it a gaze, a beaming smile, tears of joy or a blurred image to depict movement my goal is communication. It is these moments along with many others I feel should be captured.

Jose is fantastic! He has so much experience and very professional. Before our wedding day, he always had quick and clear communication. We loved his artistic eye and dramatic style of photography. He knows how to give good direction for those that aren’t used to posing or being photographed, and was always looking for the next shot. He definitely lets you be you and can still get amazing shots. We were surprised at how quickly we got to preview our gallery. After the wedding day, I realized that there was so much I didn’t get to document personally to remember the details from that day. But after seeing some of the shots, Jose had made me so happy to see how much he documented from the day! I highly recommend Jose :)
Anica C., 2 months ago
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HER Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

Texas wedding and elopement photographer for the adventurous and wildly in love couples. My name is Hope and I am here to capture your once in a lifetime ceremonies, adventurous elopements, gentle kisses and romantic portraits.

Using Hope as our wedding photographer was easily the best decision we made! She was amazing and made sure she captured our vision. She really knows what she's doing behind the camera and gets shots that are so unique. I've had so many married friends tell me they wished they had known about Hope when they got married because they felt their wedding photos weren't as good as ours. She is so sweet and really cares about her clients and making sure she delivers the best work possible. She is very professional, reliable, and fast. I felt like we received our full gallery pretty quickly considering her busy schedule. She also shot our engagement photos which also turned out beautifully! If you use Hope I know you will not be disappointed, she is absolutely the best!! 10/10 recommend to anyone who is considering her as their photographer!
Emily M., 3 years ago
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Kali G. Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

I'm a photographer, duh. But I'm also a wife and mother & that's what I pride myself on the most. Being creative sparks something inside of me that brings me pure joy. Finding happiness in everyday things changed my life. I love love. I'm a hopeless romantic who needs to help others display their love in the most beautiful and creative ways. I'm always down to get funky and try new things. I love helping you bring your visions to life. Have a Pinterest board? Send me that, baby! I'm a fun, outgoing, talkative girl who wants to help you every step of the way, in the most stress free ways possible. Let's get you married, loves!

Awarded Best of Zola
Kali is amazing!! My husband and I were both nervous for our first photoshoot (which was our engagement session) but she was so relaxed & laid back she easily helped us get over that feeling. We thought we were going to look awkward in our photos but her prompts/poses made for outstanding photos. At our wedding she captured so many meaningful candid pictures as well as posed photos. These memories will last forever! Her editing work is truly wonderful too, I don’t know what she does it but it’s magic. She is someone you can put all of your faith in to capture the best memories from your special event.
Morgan D., 2 years ago
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Just Like Honey by Nadine Berns 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

I’m not a posed kinda gal, I believe in capturing you two as you are and telling your story. I believe in approaching my clients as friends and fostering a connection between us to better be able to tell your story. Right from the moment you hire me, I’m there to help you through the whole planning process. Finding outfits that fit yall, helping dream of a location that helps tell your story, and guiding yall through our session. If it’s your wedding, I’m here to help you make your wedding the most you. Be your advocate. I’m in your corner. I know all the best and LGBTQ+ friendly vendors in the business.

nadine is unbelievable. my husband and i are both photographers, we both have degrees in photography, and we now both teach high school photography. we eat sleep & breathe film & photography. TRUST ME WHEN I SAY NADINE IS THE ONLY ONE YOU NEED TO HIRE. i refuse to hire anyone but her, she creates art. You could hire the neighbor, ole susie q, to give you some family pictures but Nadine is going to give you ART. REAL ART. ok please trust me & hire this woman she is incredible. & you’re gonna feel like she’s ur soul sister the entire time because she is a magical person to be around!
Bailey C., 3 years ago
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Sydney Shepherd Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

Hey girl hey! I'm a destination wedding and elopement photographer, based in Atlanta, GA! I'm a 24 year old dog mom to my boy, Gunner, an avid gluten-free baker, and New Girl & Jane The Virgin fanatic. I picked up a camera during college and never looked back. I've been a full-time wedding and elopement photographer since 2019. I am obsessed with weddings and genuinely love every day I've gotten to be a part of. I fell in love with travel at a young age and knew that I needed to use that passion to serve my couples. Now, I capture my couple's dream weddings and elopements all over the world and I couldn't be happier!

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If you’re looking for a friendly, fun and professional photographer who captures the most beautiful images of your big day then look no further and book Sydney, you will not be disappointed! Sydney photographed our wedding back in October and we were so impressed with her from start to finish. During the whole process Sydney was always there to answer any questions and also gave us really helpful advice regarding planning a wedding in general. She was extremely helpful on the day of the wedding and captured every moment we had dreamed of! Sydney has also photographed our Christmas photos and engagement photos. We have officially found our photographer for life!
Lea & B., 2 years ago
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Stewart Imagery 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

I’m an introverted extrovert. And although I’m a terrible singer, I love to chant my favorite songs – everything from T. Swift to hip hop – when I’m in the car! I love tiramisu and coffee with too much milk. Scarves are one of my must-have accessories! I’m addicted to design of all kinds – interior, landscape, graphic, food, fashion, all of it. Childhood memories include Strawberry Shortcake dolls, Fashion Plates, and Fruity Pebbles cereal. And I always had a camera nearby, just like my Dad. Little did I know what an impact these early days would have on my future!

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Stephanie, some how captures moment’s you didn’t know you wanted to capture! She is amazing, to work with and professional! She takes pride in her work, And her work is Just Beautiful!!! I love working with her! You will too.
Julia Wadsworth, 3 years ago
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Kathleen Baker Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,997
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees
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I like to think of myself as a lil bit southern, lil bit punk, and a whole lotta rock-n-roll. I’m a PBR lover, hardcore show corner dweller, disco ball queen. You’re going to hear me say, “hell yeah, brother” more than twice, Dale Earnhardt is an icon, and Dolly Parton is royalty. You'll love me if you're a little trashy, always classy, badass, sometimes chic, forever romantic. Unwedding, editorial, nontraditional, offbeat, colorful, joyful, film-inspired, and disco vibes always. If you like, I'll wear a rainbow suit, I'll definitely dance with your mom, and I will always be a champion for you and your lover.

Kathleen is AMAZING. She did our engagement photos and I cannot speak highly enough. She was so cool to work with, had a great eye for location, and was so fantastic with coordinating our forever-awkward selves to get some incredible shots. We both get very anxious on camera but she made the whole experience so safe and welcoming that we ended up having a so much fun. Her communication throughout has been absolute top tier - we knew exactly what to expect every step of the way - and the end result is beyond our wildest dreams. 10/10, cannot recommend her enough and can’t wait to work with her again in the future!
Samuel + S., 8 months ago
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Nichole Babiez Photography 

5.0

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

I am a midwesterner, born and raised in the burbs north of Chicago who strives to capture moments that are gone in a second, impossible to reproduce, but with the help of an artist touch, can last a lifetime. I'm here to connect with you, listen to you, create with you, and provide a stress-free, comfortable atmosphere from start to finish. 3 things about myself, I have 3 dogs (yes, its crazy LOL), I am in loveee with Target, and coffee and mango froyo are my love languages.

Nichole is the best choice you can make for photography for your wedding day! She has a special ability to make all of her couples feel amazing. We love how our gallery came out and she did an amazing job getting pictures without them feeling forced or awkward. We had so much fun having her capture our day. Throughout the planning process, she was always available for a phone call and responsive via email to our questions. Thank you Nichole for everything, you are the best!
Meghan F., 20 days ago
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Emilee Meador Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,295
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

I love a good love story. There’s nothing I enjoy more than photographing the kind of love that sets the soul on fire. Or capturing the excitement that comes from saying ‘yes’ to forever with your best friend. I’m empowered by the couples who are passionate about life but don’t take it too seriously. The ones who crave adventure and aren’t afraid to blaze their own trail. Who value connection and intentional conversation while making the time and space in their relationship to grow in love and as individuals.

There are not enough words to express how grateful we are that Emilee and Dan were a part of our wedding day. When searching for vendors to work with, my goal was to find people who would support a calm, grounded, flexible wedding day. With Emilee I hit the absolute jackpot. Her and Dan took the time to get to know us, to understand our values, personality and vision to collaborate on capturing a deeply personal experience. My husband and I are not fans of stiff, posed or inorganic photos on our wedding day, but instead wanted to capture who we are and our community. Emilee's approach did exactly that. She is flexible, willing to pivot at any moment and had amazing ideas from the start of our engagement shoot. Neither my husband and I are very comfortable being photographed and she immediately put us at ease. Emilee QUICKLY sent us 30 photos from our wedding as a sneak preview of our gallery and we instantly fell in love with every single one. We had so many friends reach out to us telling us how much they loved our photos and several people asked how they could reach Emilee for their own wedding day! We cannot wait to see our whole gallery. Please book Emilee you will not be disappointed!
Ellie P., 8 months ago
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Lizzie Baker Photo 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

Hi - I'm Lizzie! I am a story teller and professional hype woman who is dedicated to preserving your legacy through imagery. It is a privilege being trusted to photograph your wedding and it is not a responsibility that I accept lightly. I truly believe that the only things left after your wedding day are the photos and the marriage. Every couple has a unique story. I take the time to get to know my clients so that I can capture their wedding day in an honest and personalized way. I will work side-by-side with your wedding planner in order to create a custom, photo-friendly timeline that will ensure that my team captures every moment.

I spent a lot of time deliberating which photographer to choose. Lizzie Baker’s work really stood out. Her photography is truly a work of art and the passion comes across not only in her pictures but in how she engages with you end to end. Lizzie was one of my favorite vendors to work with and she truly made our wedding day better. We are delighted with how she captured our wedding, the scenery, and all the details and moments that you want to be able to look back on. Lizzie was always one step ahead of the program which was a huge benefit. She had great ideas for shots and her approach and personality kept us at ease during the planning process and throughout wedding day. Lizzie is not just an amazing photographer - she really is your hype woman, wedding day extraordinaire, and someone you will be happy to have at your side. People say you spend a significant amount of time with your photographer which proved to be true! We are so glad it was with Lizzie.
Rachel, 2 months ago
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Katie Griff Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

I’m so glad you’re here. Really. My name is Katie Griffith, I’m 25 years old, living in the gorgeous mountains of Utah. Although it gets so cold and snowy here, you really can’t beat the Utah outdoors. The mountains feel like my second home. Ive been married to my best friend for over 3 years now, and our lil pack consists of our baby girl and our Golden Retriever. These three are my whole world! Honestly, I never knew this level of happiness existed before they came into my life. Ive been photographing weddings and elopements for 5+ years now, and I love what I do! I couldn't imagine doing anything else! This is truly my dream job.

We had 3 wedding location changes and our engagement pictures and wedding were all delayed due to COVID, however Katie was a rockstar and super flexible with all these changes. She rolled with the punches and stayed on top of everything with us by communicating on a regular basis while also giving us our space/time to figure things out during pandemic and unforeseen future. So far we were only able to have our engagement pictures in Utah (which were amazing and was our where our cancelled wedding was to take place). The pictures turned out beautiful, very candid which we love and she made us look great! As of now we are still planning for late summer/fall 2021 wedding and so looking forward to working with Katie again and seeing more of her amazing work! She is highly recommended within the Utah area and as a destination photographer.
Alexa & M., 4 years ago
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Alice Tran Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

I am so Happy you are here! My name is Alice and I am a portrait and wedding photographer based in Northern Virginia - Maryland - Washington D.C. areas. To me, it has been a privilege to be able to connect with everyone that I had a chance to photograph. My goal is to capture those raw, honest, and authentic emotions so that twenty years from now, you can look back on these photos and still remember exactly how that moment felt. I hope we share the same goal and that I am the photographer you are looking for.

Alice was an absolute delight to work with. The entire process from booking her to the actual wedding day was pleasant, professional, and you feel truly cared for! Alice is the sweetest and kindest person and you can tell she wants to get to know you to capture your personality through these photos. She puts in a lot of effort into the photos and it shows her artistry. If you are looking for someone to capture your big day, seriously, Alice is the absolute best artist, person and photographer ever!
Jenny, 3 years ago
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Jayme Huston Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

Photography sets my soul on fire. Being able to capture your milestones and favorite humans is what I only dreamed of for many years. My goal is to make your experience seamless and fun! I am a go with the flow type of friend and photographer. I want you feel comfortable and have a blast at your session and my approach is to photograph you, being YOU. I cannot wait to be your photographer on your most special day!

Working with Jayme for our big day exceeded my expectations. The quality of images as well as her professionalism towards every guest was extremely welcoming and I loved having her there. She made sure to listen to our needs as we had a lot of special requests with friends and family attending. Her flexibility and patience made the whole experience one to remember. I am beyond satisfied with the quality of the images as well as the timeliness of receiving them!
Maddy & R., 3 years ago
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Sufia Huq Portraits 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

I’m a Sunshine State native, a Pisces, and a lover of the outdoors. Photography is my favorite way to connect with people. The ability to freeze a memory to look back on for years at a time is what kept me wanting more. I am forever in awe that taking photos allows me to create art, while also giving people stories to reflect on down the line.

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I cannot thank Sufia enough, for the beautiful photos that I will cherish for a lifetime. I was so nervous to take photos, as I hate having my photo taken at all, that I delayed it for so long. Now, I wish I hadn’t! I’m just seriously blown away, Sufia made me feel like a model! And she was able to capture the love we have for one another in every photo. Not only is she obviously gifted with a talent to really capture people at their most beautiful, but she is such a wonderful person to I have to say I can’t recommend Sufia Huq Portraits highly enough. She has photographed so many important milestones for my family but she truly rose above and beyond all of my expectations as a wedding photographer. I initially hired Sufia for my engagement photos but after seeing how perfect they turned out, I knew she was the only person I could trust with my wedding! On the day of my wedding it truly felt like everything was going wrong. It was raining. I got second degree burns on my chest from a steamer. I had vendors threatening to leave and the catering company stealing my food. The ONE thing that eased the stress of that day was my incredible photographer. Despite how stressed I was, Sufia managed to bring me back into the moment and to capture timeless portraits of my wedding day with my husband, closest friends, and family. When I look back through the photos of my wedding day (which I do often because I’m obsessed), I don’t think about all of the craziness. I think about those precious moments Sufia captured for me. Sufia was more than just a photographer that day. She was a cheerleader. She was a hype woman. She was a friend. She was more than just accommodating. She was flexible. She was dependable. She was KIND. Sufia is an amazing human being with an amazing talent. A wedding day is a huge deal. Sufia Huq Portraits will not disappoint in quality or in kindness.
Tamra and C., 3 years ago
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Lili B’s Photography 

5.0

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

Hey there, I'm Lili. I have been capturing love stories for the past 8 years. I started out taking friend's and family's senior and family pictures, and eventually that love for photographing turned into documenting wedding days. I'm all about you being yourself and capturing what makes you, you. The quirky, fun, teasing, and weird love that you have. I will be your professional hype woman, third-wheel, dress buttoner, pocket square folder, tear wiper, and everything in between.

We cannot stop raving about our wedding photos—all thanks to Lili and her team! As a wedding planner myself, I’ve worked with many photographers, but none I’d recommend more than Lili. I was a COVID bride, so working with such a charming, bubbly, and professional photographer was a dream! She handled our day (and our lively bridal party) PERFECTLY. We loved working with Lili and can’t wait for our next shoot!
Hannah + E., 4 years ago
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Natalie N Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

Hey there! I'm Natalie, a San Francisco based elopement and wedding photographer for couples who want a stress-free wedding celebration. I believe weddings should be focused on you and your partner having a great time. It's your wedding day, you should be enjoying it!

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Natalie was so sweet and easy to work with - not to mention she loves dogs, and our nervous pooch fell in love with her. Natalie is really organized and helped us finalize a timeline which made our day smooth. She fixed boutonnieres, managed our massive family photo, and even drove my husband and I from our ceremony to the reception. Having our engagement session with her also prepped us a little for what to expect. She gave us direction, and made us feel more at ease. Our ceremony was at Old Mill Park, and our couple photos in the redwoods were dreamy. She has a great eye, and the photos really were magical and timeless, with just the right amount of moodiness. She brought along a 2nd photographer, and they both caught really fun candid moments of our family and friends. She also had our photos back to us so quickly. Natalie was just super thoughtful, warm, and flexible. I can't recommend her enough. Thank you, thank you, Natalie! <3
Donna and J., 4 years ago
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Amanda Brooke Photos 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

Hey there!! I am an adventure seeker who has a passion for capturing the wildly in love couples! No matter where you are or where you want to go! I am SO there! I love being able to tell your story and show everyone the love you have for each other! Not only do I promise to give you an outstanding experience but I promise you will always have a friend in me for life! So lets do this!! I cannot wait to meet you! Xo -Amanda

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the opportunity to second shoot for Amanda and it was such an amazing experience! She is so kind, thoughtful, and talented! She puts so much love and attention into capturing your wedding day and it shows in the images she creates! I couldn’t recommend working with Amanda more
Madeline Rose, 3 years ago
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Diora Media, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

My name is Giovanna (you can call me Gio!) and I'm a traveling wedding photographer based in North Carolina. I've photographed everywhere from the DMV, NYC, Colorado, Hawaii, Spain to tons of other locations. Having a background in photojournalism, I photograph with a documentary approach which allows an organic and authentic feel to shine through my images. If you value emotion, connection, and creative storytelling, then I'm your girl. I was born in the bustling city of NY and later moved to a horse farm in NC. I was constantly amazed by my ever changing environments and inspired to capture moments that would otherwise be lost in memory.

Gio is INSANELY talented. I’ve worked with her for several life events, the biggest and most important investment being our wedding. Gio is professional and organized, a dream for any bride to work with. She has a gift for making you comfortable in front of the camera and provides expert guidance that makes shooting with her feel effortless. Her passion for her craft is palpable, and you know it’s good when she turns the camera around and says “YOU HAVE TO SEE THIS!” Every album I’ve received is a breathtakingly beautiful, cinematic keepsake of the most special moments. Her work is literal ART. I’ll never forget the emotional experience of receiving our wedding album - we literally laughed and cried for hours. Every detail and moment is so intentionally and artfully captured. It’s been two years and I still swoon over our wedding photos. I’ve had several (also obsessed) friends inquire about our wedding photography and even book their weddings with Gio. She is easily one of the best investments I made for my wedding day and I can’t say enough positive things. As a repeat client, I so look forward to working with her again in the future. No question - book with Gio!
Rebekah W., 18 days ago
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Ninety Nine Photography 

5.0

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

Yadira is a Bakersfield native that was raised by immigrant parents. She fell in love with love at a young age through art, music, & poetry. From that inspiration, Yadira always wanted to create art with love as the central theme. She began doing photography at the age of 14 and was mentored by local published and award winning photographers for 3 years. By the age of 17, she moved to North Hollywood where she was taught and mentored by high end fashion photographers who worked for Vogue, Vanity Fair, Style Magazine, Elle, and more.

Yadira did some photography here for a friend and she was very polite... took some very nice phots...kind hearted...professional attitude... and seemed very organized... I would recommend Ninety Nine Photography to anyone.
MaryAnn Arnold, 4 years ago
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The Carrs Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

We are the Carrs & Co Photography House: four rockstar photographers and a support team that specializes in providing a tailored and seamless client experience. Our work-family has developed over time, each member carefully selected based on their talent as a photographer, their passion for people, and their energetic personalities. Carrs & Co raises the bar and believes that your story, your journey, and your wedding deserve nothing less than our everything.

THE ABSOLUTE BEST, plain and simple!! From the first meeting to the final product, this gem of a team captures the most GORGEOUS photos of your event that will bring your memories to life for years to come! They are the sweetest, most genuine people to work with too and quickly will become part of your family for life. They make the process absolutely seamless and easy which is SO HELPFUL when trying to plan a wedding and all the details it entails. From our engagement, to our wedding, to our maternity photos, and now for the life of our baby girl, we will never use anyone else! They are THAT GOOD! Love, love, love their style, their company, and everything that they stand for! I cannot recommend them enough...you will not find another team that has the entire package like The Carrs!!
Danielle C., 3 years ago
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Kie Thurman Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

Hi there!! I'm Kie, pronounced like pie. I've been a photographer of some sort for nearly a decade, but weddings didn't come into my life until 2020 (perfect timing!!), it's become my personality trait and I truly don't think I could love doing anything more than this. Some things about me: I prefer series over movies (Gossip Girl, The Office, Buffy TVS, How I Met Your Mother are some of my faves), I'm nothing if not a Paramore fan, I love cute and cheesy romance novels, and I think I am hilarious. I love being your #1 hype girl, joining the party at the reception, and making you comfortable on your big day :)

We will rave about our experience with Kie for the rest of our lives! She is an absolute angel and has exceeded every expectation we have! We booked Kie for our wedding and she did our engagement photos as well! Her work is pure art and absolutely breathtaking. She is one of the most talented photographers we have come across. Not only will her work be the photos of your dreams, but she is such a remarkable person to work with! Kie is so kind, fun, and outgoing, she is very personable and makes you feel comfortable being in front of a camera (like it’s not even there). One comment that my husband made after our first session with Kie for engagement photos, was that it felt like going on a date, we enjoyed ourselves so much, it was really fun and light-hearted. From the very beginning, she was nothing short of amazing! She is flexible with scheduling and was super willing to travel almost 5 states away to photograph our wedding! She was always on time and never skipped a beat! The one thing that we really looked for in a photographer was someone who captures the raw, pure moments, rather than being posed for every picture. Kie does exactly that, you can feel the life and soul in every picture she captures, her photos are better than your pinterest inspiration and will be the art on your wall you will cherish forever. We will definitely be using her for all of our future photography needs and we will definitely be recommending her to anyone and everyone. Thank you so much Kie! God has blessed you with an amazing gift and talent!
Erynn N., 2 days ago
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Karina Dopp Designs Jackson Hole Photographer 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

A few years ago I was in your shoes, except, I didn't get the images of my dreams. I got a photographer for our wedding day, and I had no idea what I was doing. On the day of my wedding, my photographer made me feel stressed and uncomfortable with all the posing and lack of communication. And when I got my images back, I wasn't happy with the results and there wasn't anything I could do about it. That's why I'm here for YOU! Because your wedding is more than just a day with some photos.

Where do I start?! Karina is incredible at what she does. We were a little overwhelmed with coming up with the timeline for the day, and which poses at which spots, and even the ceremony start time. But she was a huge help with all of that!! Her knowing where the sun would be at certain times of day, thinking of cool shots to do and where. Her knowledge about photography, creativit, and the familiarity with Grand Teton NP was just so invaluable. Neither myself or my (now) wife are big picture takers. But Karina really helped a ton with coming up with poses and directing us on how to stand, where to stand etc. We started off awkward, but within a few minutes she had us fully comfortable. It was such a perfect day and the sneak peeks she sent were absolutely incredible and fun to look through. We are so freaking excited and cannot wait to see the rest! She also did an Astro photography sesh at the end with us which was bada and so worth it!!
Heather, 23 days ago
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Whitney Sarah Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,398
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

We go through life traveling a small portion of the world and with 7.442 billion people on this planet you find many loves. But then you find the one person that sees you for you and loves you more because of who you are. You are so lucky to find your partner in life that you want to spend the rest of your life with! Now, you are looking for someone to capture that feeling of love you have for each other. A creative and emotive photographer that can connect you with the feeling you had on that day.

Whitney was the best for our wedding and I don’t even know how to recommend her enough. We are from Florida and planned our wedding in Montana from a distance. Her knowledge helped with our planning. Her shots were so stunning that all of my guests are still gushing to me about her. She was also just a fun person to have at our wedding! 100000/10 recommend.
Melissa W., 2 years ago
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Photography By Orlando 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA for additional fees

Photography by Orlando is one of the premiere wedding photography studios in the world. Orlando is an international award winning photographer. Being married for 12 years and having two children Owen who is 12 and Olivia who is 8. I know incredible it is to look back at our wedding images and relive how the day unfolded with our children. It really shows you how powerful and important photography is! We will document your day in the most unique way possible, always unobtrusive and low key! Working with our team will ensure imagery that you and your family will cherish for years and generations to come.

We do not have enough great things to say about Orlando. Book book book him! We had the best experience with Orlando as our wedding photographer. He made everything feel so easy and fun. He was laid-back yet focused, capturing all the special moments without any stress. Orlando has a fantastic eye for detail and knows how to get the best shots while keeping things light and enjoyable. If you're looking for a photographer who’s easy to work with and delivers stunning results, Orlando is the one!
Miranda D., 5 days ago
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Kayla Bouren Photography 

5.0

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

With a passion for blending editorial sophistication and candid spontaneity, I have honed my craft over the last 6 years, capturing the laughter, tears, and all the tender moments in between. The commitment I make to you extends beyond photography. My meticulous approach begins with anticipating your needs even before they arise, ensuring a seamless, elegant experience. I hold the value of family close to my heart, treating your loved ones as if they were my own, collaborating harmoniously with your vendors, and providing clear communication to ensure your day unfolds flawlessly.

If you're looking at these reviews, I am assuming you are interested in booking Kayla as your wedding photgrapher, and all I have to say is DO IT. Kayla is amazing. She photographed both mine and my brothers weddings. Here are a few things I loved most about having Kayla as my photographer (from a bride)! 1) stress free. Kayla asks for your input and list of wanted photos weeks leading up to the wedding. She then creates a list for day of and takes care of the rest. I did not have to do a single thing managing what photos I wanted the day of my wedding. It allowed me to really enjoy the moment and be present (which is exactly what I wanted). 2) natural candid photos. Kayla does an amazing job of getting your natural smile in photos. I loved my photos. 3) SO many good photos. Kayla provided us with SO many photos to choose from. This allowed me to print off a variety so I didnt have the same few photos all over my house. 4) Comfort. Kayla did an amazing job making me and my husband feel comfortable day of and in the photos. 5) made my vision come true! With both venues we booked, I had a vision of wanting to use the entire venue to allow for different photos opportunities. One of the ideas I had were 'getting ready' photos with my husband in the kitchen. Kayla made my vision more than come true. These are some of my favorite photos she took, and allowed my husband and I to spend time together before walking down the aisle. I am a very picky person, but I would do everything all over again the same exact way for my wedding, including having Kayla as the photographer. I could not recommend Kayla enough!
Brittany, 4 months 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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