The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Cruz, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Cruz, CA

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Pure Images Photography & Videography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Welcome. I have been photographing brides for the last 15 years. I love being able to tell the story of the couple's love throughout the day. The little intimate moments are super important for me to catch. I love capturing the excitement as well but nothing compares to a sweet tender moment between a groom and his bride. Pushing a tendril of hair out of her face, smiling seeing her walking down the aisle, a single tear during the vows.

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Our wedding was kind of crazy. Crystal seemed to sense I felt out of sorts and it’s like she took the reins of my happiness. She was offering to help me grab something to eat, she helped my grandma get into her dress when she was struggling a bit, she got on the phone and gave directions to the cake deliverer. She went above beyond to make my day amazing. I am so grateful for her and of course our pictures are gorgeous!
Rayleen M., 3 years ago
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Emily Ruth Photography 

5.0

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

I'm an Ohio based wedding + elopement photographer. Travel is highly encouraged! My purpose is not only to document your memories, but to make sure you enjoy the moment and feel like the best version of yourselves! I'm thankful to God for giving me the ability to see moments and tell stories through my work. It truly feels like a gift being able to document and give your memories back to you. I'm a lover of pizza, sunflowers, the beach, Brett Eldredge, going to concerts, and making people laugh.

Emily is an absolute gem! We were so lucky to find her for our wedding! She is amazing! Every photo was BEAUTIFUL! Not to mention her personality and customer service are top notch! You will not find a better photographer for your event! Emily will provide the photos of your dreams and she will become a quick and wonderful friend! If I could give her over 5 stars I would!
Amber + C., 10 months ago
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Cassaundra Cherney Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

With 10 years of experience, Cassaundra began her photography journey at the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire as a Fine Arts student majoring in Photography. During her time in college, she assisted and second shot for many wedding's and events. In 2014, Cassaundra moved to Arizona on a whim and began her own photography business. The desert and mountains ignited in her a new passion for photography. After a short stint in LA, Cassaundra now lives in Milwaukee with her eight-year-old daughter. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, martial arts, and doing art with her daughter.

My engagement shoot was INCREDIBLE thanks to Cassaundra's vision! We shot at a beautiful Malibu beach during the sunset and she was reassuring, creative, and communicative throughout the process. Our photos were such a hit with my family, that we used her for our wedding and my sister also enlisted her services for her civil ceremony. Cassaundra has become our family photographer!
Pallavi S., 4 months ago
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Lark & Lavender 

5.0

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

I love colorful, full of fun, romantic, true-to-you weddings! A little about me, Ariel! I can't live without love, beautiful in-season flowers all over my house and adventure. I've been lucky enough to photograph weddings for the past 10 years; over 200 weddings!

Ariel shot my husband and I's Long Beach art district engagement session and our Joshua Tree anniversary shoot. I wasn't lucky enough to have Ariel photograph my actual wedding, but hopefully, you will be able to swoop her up because she is a gem! The testament to a great wedding photographer isn't just that they capture beautiful photos, but that they communicate and listen to you as a couple and make you feel at ease. Ariel is incredibly professional and makes sure she understands what you want out of your images, while also bringing her expertise and experience to capture those special moments that will bring you joy. You are in safe hands with Ariel if you're not comfortable in front of the camera or are afraid of looking awkward because she takes the time to help bring out that natural smile and loosen you up. I know this because I'm a self-proclaimed adorkable person who can get super awkward in front of a camera, and Ariel has a way of gently suggesting a better angle/shot or inspiring a more natural smile. She doesn't just click a button but is looking at the photo she is capturing to ensure she is snapping a beautiful image. Ariel also doesn't heavily treat her images with dramatic filters. She just brings out the beautiful colors and light of the day. If you want simply beautiful images, Lark & Lavender is the way to go! When you hire Lark & Lavender, you're not just hiring a wedding photographer but a creative artist who has a vision for capturing every beautiful and memorable moment of your day, plus she just makes you instantly feel relaxed and at ease which is essential on what can sometimes be a very stressful day.
Bekka K., 4 years ago
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Hayley Gaertner Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,550
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based in Colorado, but willing to travel anywhere with no travel fees in 2024! My style is very candid and photojournalistic. I aim to capture your day as it TRULY is. I'm there to document the big moments such as your first kiss and your vows, but also the little moments, like the way you two hold each other, or a glance from a family member that you don't get to see. I hope you look back on your photos and see things that you remember, but also get to see moments you might have missed.

I loved working with Hayley. As an Officiant, I know the importance of making a couple feel comfortable and heard. Hayley does just that for and with her couples. She is always willing to do whatever she can to get that perfect shot and be sure her couple is happy. It is an pleasure to work with her and I am always excited to see her wedding day photos.
Julie Adriansen, , 10 months ago
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Wedding Love Film: BRIDAL STUDIO 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA
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At Wedding Love Film, we believe your wedding day deserves to be captured in a way that truly reflects your unique love story. With 18 years of experience, I take pride in personalizing every moment, creating stunning, cinematic images that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. I’m all about those beautiful details and genuine emotions! Let’s chat and make sure your special day is transformed into timeless memories. Book today, and together, we’ll create some magic that you’ll love looking back on!

Super prepared with the right lens! And weather mishaps! Understood what he was talking about! Understood the cameras and the right angles to shoot at to get the best angles of what was taking place! His personality was easy to be combined with anyone he works with- easy going& fun!! Super helpful in any other part of the wedding if he is readybto go and other venders are not!!
Kathy Jean, 5 months ago
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Renaud Film and Photo 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Dawson and Josie are a husband-and-wife team specializing in luxury wedding photography and videography. Based in New England but working across the United States, they are known for their elegant, timeless style. Their approach is straightforward and tailored, focusing on creating a relaxed experience while capturing the beauty and emotion of the wedding day. They blend technical expertise with a narrative flair to highlight the intimate and grand moments, ensuring every couple can relive their special day through stunning visuals.

Dawson and Josie were amazing and felt like our friends. They were both so easy to work with and had done our engagement photos and wedding. They gave us sneak peaks within a week of our wedding and I could not have asked for better photos. I would 100% recommend them for anyone planning a wedding!
Therese B., a year ago
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Cascade & Canyon Photography 

5.0

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

Hey, I’m Annah! I’m a photographer for the adventurous, the authentic, and the wildly in love. I serve couples who want something a little off the beaten path, who actually want to have FUN on their wedding day! Together, we will evoke real emotion and authenticity in your photos. Your wedding photos should be as unique as you. I’m based in Las Vegas, but fueled by travel. Click the link to my website to fill out my contact form!

Annah was amazing from start to finish! I honestly don't think our wedding would've been complete without her capturing the day as amazingly as she did! Every picture looks incredible and we couldn't be more thankful to her! She was a TON of fun and really put me at ease which was a total bonus!!!
Gina B., 5 months ago
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Dani Rawson Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

*** Please reach out via my website's contact form!! It's the best way to ensure I get to your inquiry!*** Capturing the madly in love is my what sets my soul on fire! It doesn't matter who you love or how y'all express your love, however love is showing up for you — I'm here to document it! Telling love stories is my favorite thing in the whole wide world (outside of snuggin' on dogs) and I'm so freaking lucky that I get to call this my job. If you're looking for a girl who's going to be your No.1 hype woman, capture real & authentic emotion, and always have snacks on deck-- then you've found her. When I say I've got you, trust me, I do.

After doing an amazing job with our engagement photos in Lake Tahoe, we hired Dani to photograph our wedding in the bay area. The photos turned out stunning and they were all that we hoped for and more! Besides being an amazing photographer, Dani is a great person who is a joy to spend time with. She goes above and beyond, helping with vendor recommendations and providing wedding advice. We also woke up the morning after our wedding to some super early sneak peaks, which was so amazing to have some beautiful photos to share with people immediately and relive the moment. Do not hesitate to hire Dani, she's the best!
Hailey B., 9 months ago
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Talley Arce Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hello! With over 12 years of experience behind the lens, my passion lies in capturing those truly priceless and unforgettable moments that hold immense significance in your life. It fills my heart with joy to be able to document those special occasions that you've been eagerly anticipating for so long. I am genuinely excited to collaborate with you, standing side by side, to bring your dream to life and create everlasting memories that will make your heart sing with happiness.

Talley made sure she guided us thru portraits as well as capturing special moments. On our wedding day I didn’t have the capacity to think about pics and Talley made sure we preserved our memories. Awesome job!
Brian and A., a year ago
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Francis + Louise 

5.0

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

Honestly, we're pretty bad at talking about ourselves, but here we are! We love taking photos, and are grateful we've been able to photograph for over a decade! Collectively our experience has brought us across the country (and globe!) photographing and filming weddings, families, and more for all different clients, specifically with a narrative cinematic feel. We have been working together since we met in college, married shortly after that in Southern California, and have lived in Los Angeles, the East Coast, and planted roots in Detroit. We are parents to two wonderful boys, and caretakers of two cats and a dog.

I had the pleasure of working with Jamie and Paul as a wedding planner. They were easy to communicate with leading up to the wedding, and they were beyond helpful as we developed a rain plan for the couple. Despite the dreary weather, they managed to capture beautiful outdoor and indoor photos. I hope to have the opportunity to work with them again soon!
Weddings by Kristy, 7 months ago
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Rachel Madrigal Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hi I'm Rachel! I'm based in Los Angeles, CA and I love photographing people in love. It a passion of mine to tell the unique stories of my couples and capture them in a way that is authentic, true and beautiful. I mainly shoot in natural light I love the outdoors! But I know how to work lighting for indoor scenarios. My editing style can be described as moody, warm and film like with subtle grain and contrast. Most my clients praise me as really easy to work with and holds space to make them comfortable and look their best!

We loved working with Rachel from beginning to end. She takes beautiful photos and I am obsessed with her color processing, but aside from the product itself, she’s a lovely presence to have on such an important day. My husband hates having his photo taken and even he was relaxed and enjoyed the process. We’d hire her again in a heartbeat.
Christine D., 2 years ago
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Kim Hymes Photography 

5.0

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

Introducing myself, an Atlanta-based wedding photographer with a deep passion for capturing authentic and timeless moments. I am dedicated to providing couples with a true-to-life experience, ensuring that every aspect of their special day is beautifully documented.One of the aspects I love most about my craft is the opportunity to travel. Whether it's an elopement in a picturesque location or a destination wedding, I am always thrilled to be a part of your journey. No distance is too far to document the love and joy that unfolds during your special moments.

Kim is always my first vendor recommendation to my couples. I have worked with her on numerous personal and professional events and always am in awe once I see the galleries. She knows exactly how to capture the images/memories many don't even have words to ask for. There is nothing better than truly being able to see how your guests enjoyed the wedding, along with their unscripted , raw emotion.
Elizabeth And Leigh, 10 months ago
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The Fourniers Fine Art Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $9,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

We are Leidy and Josh, destination wedding photographers and married team. Together we create radiant and adventurous images of our couples in breathtaking locations around the world. With romantic film tones and a blend of guided posing with photograph journalism, we capture your most euphoric moments with a signature experience that is tailored to you. We adore love stories and we can’t wait to tell yours.

We love working with Josh + Leidy Fournier! They are fun, energetic, kind and a very talented couple! I love that they are a husband + wife team working together to capture newlyweds and families come together! We love working alongside them as florist , coordinator and planner with our couples!
Alyssa, 4 years ago
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Smith and Co. Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

We LOVE love. At Smith & Co. we want to celebrate you every step of the way! Located in central Indiana we serve both local, out of state, and adventurous couples on elopement destinations. From large events to small, intimate vow exchanges we are here for it all! We are proud allies and welcome LGBTQ+ couples. We would love to connect with you and help you bring your vision to life. We love to meet via zoom to discuss what to expect while sharing real galleries, tips, and tricks. We can't wait to meet you! xoxox

Elizabeth was wonderful to work with. From the very first email to zoom calls, and our in person meeting at the venue. They made the process very easy for us, and super helpful with her created day of timeline, and the documents of family order and her experience to give proper direction on the day of. We were absolutely amazed with the quality of photos and the quick turn around time for sneak peaks. We were so pleased with their willingness to capture the special moments to us and the constant attention throughout the day to ensure all events were captured. We look forward to working with her in future family photos sessions.
Job M., 3 months ago
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Shutter Pine Photography 

5.0

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

Hi, I'm Amanda! I’m located on Bainbridge Island, WA. I dig moody vibes, organic pops of color, and using nature as my backdrop. Shooting outdoors is where my true passion lies, and my #1 goal is to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera. I hope you walk away from our session feeling like you just made a new friend. 😊

Amanda has been one of my absolute favorite photographers to work with! I have an event planning and coordinating company and she is one of the first we recommend to all of our clients! She is so fun to work with and her work is AMAZING! I would 10 out of 10 recommend! -Sydney [Sunflower Entertainment]
Sydney Holt, 3 years ago
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Alyssa Leicht 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,700
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

I’m Alyssa. You can call me Lys. (It rhymes with Kiss) ☺ I'm a photographer based in Des Moines, Iowa. I travel often. Couples, elopements, and small weddings are my speciality. My style leans documentary, timeless, and sincere, with some avant-garde editorial vibes, artsy influences, and good old fashioned weirdness mixed in. I love color, flash, film, and all things non-traditional. I got my start in music photography, which greatly informs my shooting style, and have been documenting Iowa's music scene and touring with bands for over 10 years!

I'm a micro-wedding venue owner and I recently hosted a gorgeous LGBTQ+ styled shoot. From beginning to end Alyssa was a pleasure to work with. She initiated correspondence - including overall vision, clear expectation, and a comprehensive schedule for all vendors. Her ability to pull a vision together and pay attention to detail are equally strong. She had the ability to manage a project while simultaneously making all vendors and models feel comfortable. She excels at bringing out the most of her models & left the venue in great condition. I will not hesitate to work with Alyssa again - She's an absolute pleasure!
VOWS DSM, 2 years ago
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Ashley Vandervelde Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Photographing a couple's love story is something I never take for granted. It is an honor & privilege to create art for my couples. My absolute favorite thing to do is illustrate your love story, your adventure, your favorite memories. Let's create some magic!

Ashley is seriously one of the best vendors I've ever worked with. Her photos are wonderful and fit the sweet, romantic style with a hint of vintage. But not only is her work great, she's so easy to work with. She makes sure to be there for every step of the process and is so easy to talk to. My husband and I are not the most photogenic but she makes the whole process simple and fun. I can't recommend her enough!
Whitney M., a year ago
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Skyewater Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Skyewater Photo + Film is a photography and videography team based in Washington and Colorado, specializing in adventure elopements and small weddings (75 guests or fewer), with a unique focus on locations and venues that feature the element of water. Our lead photographer Kaitlyn was born in Florida, but with years of experience living in the mountains, Kaitlyn is happiest wherever the water is. She currently lives on the road with her husband and pup Bruiser in their RV, as they search for their dream property in Washington state.

Kaitlyn and her team are incredible! Fun, friendly, professional, know many hidden gems for photos and video; you cannot go wrong with hiring them. Also, they give back to the community (locally and across the globe) which is so very awesome <3
Mariah, 4 years ago
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Remo Fioroni Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

I’m a bow tie-wearing, 2 cameras slinging, award-winning creative artist with over 15-years of professional photography experience. Based in California but available worldwide, my passion is creating beautiful and romantic images that tell the story of your special day. I've photographed over 300 weddings and counting and LOVE what I do.

Remo was my wedding photographer in October 2020. He was extremely easy to work with, professional, affordable, was happy to meet all of my requests for the evening, and we love the photographs! I highly recommend hiring Remo for your wedding photography needs.
Christina L., 4 years ago
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B Turner Photography 

5.0

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

If you're seeking a team to beautifully capture your wedding, you've found the perfect match. As a husband and wife duo, we are passionate about creating unique photos and videos with a timeless appeal. Our style blends natural tones with artistic creativity and dramatic lighting, ensuring your special moments are captured in a way that’s both elegant and unforgettable.

B Turner Photography did an INCREDIBLE job for my wedding! I bought the 10 hour package to get getting ready all the way through to night time shots and they did amazing work. They were kind to my family and friends, detail-oriented when setting up photos, and I LOVE the end results! Likewise my family and friends mentioned quite a few times how great the photographers were during the wedding. I wasn't the thinnest bride on the planet, so I was a little nervous that I would love photos of everyone else and not love the photos of me. Bonnie and Brad took more than enough candid and posed shots that I had a huge variety to choose from and now have 2 full albums worth of photos I adore :). I highly recommend B Turner Photography for your wedding! They were great to work with and the photo quality is perfect.
Stephanie, a month ago
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Kaytlyn Dempster Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

I’m Kaytlyn Dempster and I’m the photographer, editor, social media manager, and person behind KDP! I believe that getting to know my clients is the #1 way to ensure an awesome experience, I’d love to tell you a little about me: I am married to my highschool sweetheart, I love animals but horses and dogs are my favorites (so if you ever want to include your fur baby in your session the answer is always YES), I live just outside Fayetteville, NC but I LOVE to travel, and I love creating beautiful images but more importantly, I love serving couples and their families on one of the greatest days of their lives

Kaytlyn is amazing! She takes the most beautiful pictures. I love working with her and everyone who hires her is always thrilled with her work.
The Wallace, 3 years ago
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Juliana Bird Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,600
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

at JBP we flip the script and break down the barriers of traditional wedding photography in the best possible way. we simply say this-- your love is too magnetic to be put in some arbitrary box. its more than just showing up with a camera... we create eye candy that tells a story.

Juls, has become family to us! She traveled to Jamaica with 30 of our family and friends and shot our wedding and easily became one of my favorite people!!! Her work is phenomenal, she has a crazy eye for detail! My husband and I love working with her, she shoots our family about 2-3x a year! We absolutely love working with her!
Tanesha, 2 years ago
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The Lou Effect Photography & Videography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

With 7+ years of experience and over 100+ Weddings and Elopements captured our ultimate goal is to transform those cherished moments into lifelong memories. We have a passion for telling stories and that passion is the driving force to curating timeless visuals that tell the desired story for the memories of my clients for ages to come.

We just recently worked with The Lou Effect and they made our day go so smoothly and easily. Our photos and videos are amazing, we are amazed at how wonderful they are and thankful they were there to capture our day in such a beautiful way. I 100% recommend and 100% would book again for any event
Rose Rodriguez, 5 months ago
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Lauren Rae Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

We're wedding & elopement photographers who have spent the last 15 years traveling all over the US for our couples! We're relocating to Las Vegas from Atlanta this year, and are so excited to spend more time doing what we love - making incredible images and giving a killer wedding day experience to each and every one of our clients. Whether you're planning an elaborate, traditional wedding day or an elopement in the desert, we're here for you. We're the photographers who will make you laugh, carry your flowers, make sure you hydrate, and will give you priceless photos you'll treasure forever.

I cannot recommend Lauren enough! My husband and I visited Death Valley NP a few years ago and could not have imagined we would get the opportunity to have a photo shoot there… Lauren made it possible for us. Aside from the fact that it was hot, there was limited places to stay, and no cell service, Lauren planned and executed this day flawlessly. She camped out the night before and even drove our videographer around the park with her. Lauren took the lead and really went out of her way. On top of all this, the photos she delivered were stunning. She’s an absolute gem of a photographer and person. We highly recommend Lauren for your next photo shoot!
Nicole P., a year ago
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Elizabeth Salazar Photography 

5.0

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

Hi Friend! If you would've asked me 7 years ago what I thought I'd be doing as a career, I would've never said photography. I always thought that an office job was the dream job for me. I have always loved taking photos & being creative, but I never thought it could be anything more than a hobby. Growing up I always felt like an outsider. I was always bigger than other girls, I was always darker & never felt pretty enough. I would look in the mirror & wonder why I didn't look like the girls at school.

Liz’s style of photography and editing was exactly what I wanted to capture our wedding, and I couldn’t be happier! I knew she would be a great choice, but her vibe exceeded my expectations. I wish I could get married again just to have her photograph it all over!
Melena P., a year ago
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Shining Light Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hi! We are Ashley and Zac Brown. We are a husband and wife team who specialize in documenting heartfelt, destination weddings across the US and Europe. Having been together over 12 years, we know how each other thinks, and therefore we work together seamlessly to create a relaxed, light-hearted atmosphere for our clients. We are passionate about exploring new places, gathering around a table with an incredible meal & company. We specialize in capturing authentic emotion and the little in-between moments for our clients who also appreciate curated details and intimate gatherings in the most beautiful landscapes around the world.

I absolutely 100% recommend Ashley & Zac for your big day! They are two of the most genuine people with a creative eye & strong worth ethic to make your day seamless and your photos incredible!
Sarah & J., 3 years ago
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Salt Spray Films 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Quinn P. Smith I’m an award winning filmmaker and photographer with over 13 years of experience. There’s nothing better to me than capturing that perfect frame - the one moment that will be remembered forever. That’s art. Weddings are the perfect canvas for a filmmaker. There’s always so much energy and all these wonderful, intimate moments happening on the day that I cannot wait to capture for you and your family.

We're thrilled to welcome Salt Spray Films to the Cape Cod wedding community! Couples will surely appreciate their ability to capture beautiful moments with professionalism and artistry. Looking forward to future collaborations and highly recommend their services to anyone seeking a wedding videographer on Cape Cod!
Kate, 5 months ago
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Bre Jane Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

With over a decade of experience in the industry and a lifelong passion for photography, Bre Jane has traveled the world taking photos and collaborating with clients and other creatives. Her genuine social nature and careful eye for beauty creates space and ease for you to be yourself in front of the camera, allowing intimate moments and relationship dynamics to unfold authentically. Bre’s affability will have your wedding party showing their best side in no time!

I can’t say enough about how much Bre Jane does for her clients. She goes above and beyond to make sure every detail is photographed in the highest quality. She has the ability to captures timeless and real moments in a way that you can actually feel when looking back on them. I highly recommend her work as well as her warm personality. She is the best!
Noa-Zeb Offergeld, 2 years ago
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Mariah Milan Photographers 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Mariah Milan Photographers has been in business in Hawaii for more than two decades. Our award-winning photography celebrates all love. From beachside elopements and backyard weddings to grand events, we deliver images that you'll cherish for years to come. We travel to any state and International destinations - usually with no travel fees added.

If you’re looking for an amazing photographer look no further! Mariah is extremely knowledgeable and easy going at the same time. She takes so much stress out of the big day! We had rain forecasted and I was so nervous. She listened to my nerves, validated me and then calmed them. It did end up raining and she helped us feel at ease and enjoy our incredibly special day together regardless of any bump in the road! Not to mention, our photos turned out breathtakingly beautiful! We were literally dancing in the rain. I couldn’t imagine having anyone else along my side as an ally and a friend on our beautifully rainy elopement.
Shayla K., 2 years ago
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Pam Jeanne Photography 

5.0

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

I am an elopement photographer specializing in cozy elopements and tiny weddings. I am based in Southern California, but travel everywhere to capture intimate love stories and weddings days. I am a huge advocate for elopements and tiny weddings where you get to celebrate however YOU want, in a way that truly and authentically celebrates YOUR relationship and marriage.

I have nothing but great things to say about Pam Jeanne Photography. We are based in Indonesia but planned to do an elopement somewhere in Los Angeles. We reached out to Pam and scheduled a phone call to discuss and make plans. Out of our discussion with Pam, she suggested going out to Joshua Tree, which really struck a chord with us. Pam also helped us with the details, guiding us through the paperwork and permits, so that come wedding day everything would go smoothly. And smoothly it went! Pam got a lot of great photos of us in Joshua Tree, not the least of which are a lot of surprisingly delightful candid moments which are our favorites. We booked Pam for the full day and we're glad we did--we had a great time and didn't feel rushed at all, and got a lot of great photos which we will treasure forever. Thanks Pam!
Onny C., 3 years ago
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Magnolia West Photography 

5.0

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

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

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

5.0

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

There is nothing more beautiful than a love story well told. Through the highs and lows of the past year of a pandemic, it is clear that love conquers all. The profound emotions, the small gestures and glances, the words of honesty and love shared are memories that will last a lifetime. I photograph weddings to highlight that connection, to ensure your feelings from that day can be looked back on and cherished forever.

Her ability to get exactly what you want and need whether it be for your big day, a birthday party, a portrait session or a family shoot. Lauren will make you feel Comfortable and full of life in all aspects of life. I have hired her for all my moments I needed captured and she has never disappointed me. Would recommend her over anyone.
Monique & J., 3 years ago
Carly Lynne Visuals 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,695
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hi! I’m Carly :) Your new bestie behind the camera! I am located in Traverse City, Michigan, where I was born and raised, but I am always happy to travel for weddings + elopements. I fell in love with taking pictures at a very young age when I received my first film camera as a gift from my parents and have been obsessed ever since. My goal is to create timeless images that you can cherish forever, images that freeze your favorite moments in time. I’m not just a photographer, but a visual storyteller for loved-up souls.

Carly Lynne Visuals provided excellent photography services for our wedding day. Carly's communication style is direct, honest and kind - she was always responsive and helped guide us through the process. The quality and value of Carly's work is fantastic, she captured so many sweet moments with great detail. We appreciated that Carly was able to be present without being intrusive. A few examples that contributed to our special day - Carly adapted our portrait timeline based on lighting conditions which resulted in beautiful golden hour photos. My husband was more comfortable after changing the schedule. We highly recommend Carly, she is very talented and kind. Her photography beautifully documented our wedding celebrations and we will treasure the photos for years to come.
Samantha H., 2 months ago
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Courtney Blair Photography 

5.0

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

I'm dedicated to capturing the authentic, raw and intimate moments of your wedding day. My desire is to be so much more than just your photographer. We will be spending a ton of time together on your wedding day, so I'd love for you to consider me your friend! I have a passion for adventurous elopements and destination weddings. Let's opt for adventure together!

Courtney was an absolute magician behind the lens! I have no words to describe the end result. I would never in my life imagine they would come out so perfect! The talent and skill she brought to our wedding captured the essence of our day in the most breathtaking way possible. The pictures she produced are nothing short of a dream come true – each frame radiates with emotion, beauty, and an ethereal quality that takes us back to those moments. Her work has given us a timeless collection of images that we will treasure forever. If you're seeking a photographer with unparalleled talent, look no further – Courtney is a star!!
Ilan T., a year ago
Lexx Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,050
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

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

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

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hi there! I want to first say that I am pleased that you're here. I am happily married to my husband, Nick. Together, we have a little girl that we call Jojo. I have been a photographer for 5 years now, and my passion is wedding photography. I love to shoot during the golden hour and catch as many candid and timeless photos. If you don't see me with my family, you'll catch me at target or in the Dunkin' drive thru getting an iced coffee.

We had Angeliccaa at our venue for a wedding in July and she was amazing! So friendly and easy to work with. At one point I saw her on the dance floor holding a child dancing so I asked how long she had been friends with the family, and she responded she hadn’t met then before that day! That’s customer service for sure!! We look forward to the next time she’s back at our venue!
Laura, 3 years ago
Jennifer Mary Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hi there, my name is Jen El-Haddad! I am the lead photographer and owner of "Jennifer Mary Photography". I specialize in lifestyle photography and portraits! I started this business almost a decade ago, as a Photography/Computer Digital Imagery student at Shepherd University (Go Rams!) with a dream to share the artistic joy with others. However, life seemed to have a different plan. I slowly moved into the corporate world and lost touch with my creative side. After lots of soul searching and a 7-year hiatus, I found my love for photography (again.

Jen was amazing! Prior to our wedding we booked our engagement photos with Jen, so we could practice poses. I had a very particular lighting style, and Jen listened to my wishes and used the most amazing light angles and edited the photos in the was I had asked for. Prior to the wedding we had phone calls and meetings to make sure we had a set list of the photos I wanted, so that the day of nothing would be missed and it was stress free. Wedding day Jen captured every moment from getting ready, to the ceremony, family portraits, couples photos and even dances at the reception. Jen is kind, caring, respectful and professional. She was truly a joy to work with and I am in love with my wedding photos! I highly recommend booking your wedding, engagement or any pictures with this lovely photographer!
Heather & Z., 3 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Santa Cruz, CA

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

A Santa Cruz, CA wedding photographer ranges from $400 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?

95% of photographers in Santa Cruz, 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 Cruz, 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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