The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Cruz, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Cruz, CA

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Eli Suzuki-Gill Photography 

5.0

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

Your wedding day is filled with once-in-a-lifetime moments, and I’m here to capture them in a way that feels natural, effortless, and truly you. With a calm presence and an eye for storytelling, I focus on the real, unscripted moments—the quiet hand squeezes, the deep belly laughs, the happy tears—so you can relive them for years to come. My approach is simple: Be a steady, supportive presence, document your day with care, and make sure you feel comfortable in front of the camera. Whether you're camera-shy or love being in the spotlight, I'll guide when needed and step back when the magic happens naturally.

We were thrilled to have Eli as our wedding photographer! His relaxed manner and constant smile made the whole experience enjoyable. Eli has a wonderful ability to focus on capturing natural interactions, steering clear of overly cheesy poses, which was exactly what we were looking for. Our wedding ceremony took place at the Santa Barbara courthouse, and with 60 of our closest friends and family in attendance, Eli documented the intimate atmosphere. One of the highlights of our experience was when he surprised me by showing up at my hair appointment unannounced. It was such a thoughtful gesture, and he managed to capture special moments with my family that I will cherish forever. His willingness to go above and beyond throughout the entire day truly impressed us! Eli's photography style is modern and simple, featuring clean lines and natural colors that beautifully reflect the essence of our wedding day. He even brought along a second photographer for the ceremony, which was fantastic! This ensured that every precious moment was documented from multiple angles, and we are so glad he did. We can’t wait to plan our next party so that Eli can be there to capture every special moment again. If you're looking for a dedicated and talented photographer who is genuinely passionate about his craft, we wholeheartedly recommend Eli! Thank you for making our wedding day so memorable!
Diana K., 2 months ago
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Jen Quick Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,699
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hi there! I'm Jen! Not only have I got the experience, but I've got the heart behind everything I do. I’ll make sure all of your questions will be answered in advance so that you have complete confidence when your big day arrives. All of your visions will come to life, and it’ll be the best day of your life!

Awarded Best of Zola
We had a wonderful experience with Jen as our photographer at our intimate family wedding in Palm Springs. She really stepped up with her creativity and ideas, we were casual in our directive and just let her do her magic and couldn’t have been happier that she did! Communication and planning was a breeze, she was punctual and professional the day of, and the follow up has been wonderful. Highly recommend!
Cristal C., a year ago
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1828 Collective 

5.0

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

Hi, I'm McKenna! The person behind the camera and a hopeless romantic. I describe my photography style as candid, romantic, and timeless. My goal is to make a human connection with all my clients and deliver images that you'll love forever. I started 1828 Collective in 2016 after I realized that capturing relationships and telling love stories was my passion. Four years later I'm so in love with my job that I often forget I'm working. I find joy in capturing love, hearing about how you met, and everything in between.

Awarded Best of Zola
If you have spent even just a few minutes checking out McKenna's work, it is obvious how good she is at getting her subjects comfortable! Creating images that are playful and honest. Well crafted and timeless. Intimate and irresistibly fun. But what you may not be able to see through the limitations of your computer screen, is how she exudes positivity, enthusiasm, and carries a genuine curiosity. Does this sound like someone who you would want at your wedding? I hope so. I have had the pleasure of working along side her while capturing video and I'd happily have her at every wedding taking the photos! Hire her to tell your story.
Nathan Rivers Chesky, 3 years ago
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Datura Photo 

5.0

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

Hi! I’m Jules. I like to think of myself as an artistic storyteller. I love capturing LOVE and have been a professional photographer for 12+ years (don’t let the baby face fool you). I want to know what makes you & your partner tick. Every couple is different & I love making your photos feel like YOU. (& for you to feel super hot, obv.) I would love to share full galleries with you and would be HONORED to create art with you on your dreamiest day! Storytelling is why I do this day in and day out. We don’t do boring over here ;)

Awarded Best of Zola
Jules and her husband were INCREDIBLE. They were there at every important moment capturing it all and did SO well with my little nephews who were not having a good time taking photos. So thankful for these two! Their editing style is dark and moody and PERFECT.
Mallory E., 6 months ago
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Hereafter Films - Wedding Photo & Video 

5.0

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

Hereafter is a wedding production house of talented videographers & photographers serving the Pacific Northwest & Central Texas. Throw out the stress of formulaic & performative weddings. We want you to have an experience-driven, true-to-you celebration with cohesive & creative wedding photography & videography to remember it all. When your veil flies in your face, when you wipe your tears on your sleeve, when you dance until you can't breathe, that's where we thrive. When you trust us to capture those real and honest moments, you end up with photos & video about your love that transcend time.

Awarded Best of Zola
Shooting with them literally feels like hanging with your best friends. They were an absolute joy from start to finish, but it was Sharayah’s attention to detail and artistic eye that impressed me above all else. It was inspiring to feel like we were all creating art together, and the photos don’t lie! Our engagement shoot went viral on Instagram, and we got hundreds of comments saying, “these are literally the best engagement photos I’ve ever seen.” I too, agree with that sentiment, but I have to give credit to Hereafter’s vision and execution because they NAILED it. As a team, they’re both extremely communicative and organized, professional yet relaxed in the way they interacted with us and our guests. No one has ever made me feel so comfortable in front of a camera. Additionally, their digital color grading is meticulously adjusted to match 35mm film with incredibly accuracy. They perfectly captured the magic of our special day. We booked them for the whole package - engagement shoot, wedding photos, and wedding video with super 8 film. Their understanding of my vision was remarkable…Hereafter managed to romanticize every single detail in a profound way. The photos are so special to us because each one feels like a standalone piece of art. They went above and beyond for us in every capacity, even going so far as to drive me to the venue on my wedding day when things ran late! We cannot recommend Hereafter Films highly enough. Book them immediately! I promise you, they are worth every single penny and more.
Renee & J., 5 months ago
Darling Darlene Photography 

4.7

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

Hi, my name is Daniela Darlene! I'm a new mom, and I'm married to the best hubby out there 💛 I've been photographing weddings for a few years now. By each passing year, I fall more in love with them! Can't wait to meet ya!

Awarded Best of Zola
I'm a wedding planner for Guardian Angel Event Planner Services. Darling Darlene Photography was a team of vendors that work for one of my clients wedding. Daniela and her team are really professional. Easy to communicate with, they follow my timeline and instructions. Love to work with them, highly recommended. Hope we can work together again soon.
Guardian Angel Event Plan, 3 years ago
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Ra Weddings 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,499
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hello there! I'm Ra. Congratulation, you just made your wedding day much better and more fun. My name is Karim Ibrahim, but please call me Ra. You will probably pronounce my name wrong, and I’ll laugh at you. I'm a destination luxury wedding, engagement, elopement, and family photographer. My main goal is to shoot weddings all over the world, so just pack me in your luggage I’m skinny and I'll try to fit.

Awarded Best of Zola
I worked with Karim for the first time last summer, as a videographer I have worked with a lot of photographers. It is not always easy to connect with photographers, but Karim was very easy to work with. He was great with posing everyone in the wedding and he was really accommodating to my job. He was very easy going, great person, and everybody in that wedding really loved him. After that wedding, whenever I get a wedding and they still don't have a photographer, I always recommend him.
Abdel, 3 years ago
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KMT Photos 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hey babes, I'm Khali! I'm a wedding photographer based in Portland, Oregon capturing ALLLLL the love! I love candid, raw and authentic moments. My photography shouldn't feel posed or unnatural. It should be all about documenting you for who you really are; whatever your love language may be. I will always do everything I can to make sure your day is spectacular. Transparency is super important to me, so if you have any questions - just ask!

Working with Khali from KMT Photos during the styled shoot at Pelican Brewing - Siletz Bay was an absolute delight. Her communication was open, effortless, and collaborative, making the entire process smooth and enjoyable. The quality of her work was outstanding—her passion and keen attention to detail produced photographs that perfectly captured the beauty of the day. We highly recommend reaching out to Khali for your wedding!
Pelican Brewing C., 5 months ago
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Reflections Creative Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Reflections Creative Photography, LLC Linda, I and our staff welcome you to our site, we hope you find it helpful in your Wedding/Special Event Planning. Our style is modern with a mixture of classic poses; which we couple that with a significant amount of candid and casually posed images along with some Black & White output. Our pricing is Ala Carte with either "Pre-Designed Packages" or ones that "You Create Your Own" based on your personal selection of items from our Ala Carte Menu that fit your unique desires, lifestyle and budget. All our options provide full day coverage, web-hosting & Facebook Sneak Peeks! Video & Photobooth avail

Awarded Best of Zola
Since our initial meeting with Lance at one of the Bridal shows in Allentown, we knew that he was the right choice. He described every aspect of his work and how he would go about taking the best pictures throughout our wedding. We met with Lance prior to the wedding to finalize any of the small details and when the wedding came, he was a delight. He was funny, comforting, and understanding. He took some of the best wedding pictures that we have ever seen. We highly recommend using Lance as your photographer. You will not be disappointed!
Hilton, 4 months ago
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Luxe & Co. Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,697
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hey! I'm Steph! I'm an Arizona-based intimate wedding and elopement photographer. Capturing your most precious moments in your favorite places is what I do. From mountain-top elopements to backyard weddings with your closest loved ones, and everything in between, I'm here to document your love story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Stephanie, the absolute sweetest human from day one. Gets to know you, matches your energy and delivers amazing photos in RECORD time. She knew the exact vibe I wanted and gave me little sneaks during the shoot.
Alma S., 6 months ago
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Melissa Cervantes Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

I have 12 years of photography experience, 6 years in the industry and have shot more than 180 weddings. Safe to say, this IS my passion. Couples and wedding photography can be SO stressful--the pressure to look and be a certain way or follow trends is INTENSE. Wedding stress is real and I am anti it all the way. For my couples, they're job is just to show up and have fun. I will do ALL the rest!

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first spoke with Melissa, we knew we had found the perfect wedding photographer. Her communication was prompt, thorough, and reliable, and she was such a friendly and calming presence throughout the entire process. Aside from capturing incredible photos that truly encapsulate the magic of our special day, Melissa went above and beyond the call of duty - she even helped us find an amazing DJ and assisted me with a last-minute wedding dress mishap! Working with Melissa was an absolute no-brainer, and she was by far the most stand-out vendor we had the pleasure of working with. The photos she delivered speak for themselves, and we are forever grateful for the fun, joyful, and professional way she contributed to making our wedding day so incredibly special.
Taylor C., 4 months ago
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Northwest Hearts Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hi! It's so nice to meet you! I live in Oregon with my two cats Clara & Leonardo and about a hundred tropical plants 😆🪴 I love exploring the Pacific Northwest, but I’ve also been able to travel throughout the states and overseas. I’m a huge national parks nerd, a sci-fi enthusiast, and a vintage collector with a serious thrifting addiction.

Awarded Best of Zola
Naomi with Northwest Hearts Photography was a dream to work with for our wedding day. She was extremely responsive throughout the planning process, answering all our questions promptly and offering helpful suggestions. On the big day itself, Naomi went above and beyond. Not only did she capture absolutely magical photos that we will treasure forever, but she also brightened the whole event with her warm personality. She seamlessly handled some chaotic moments, all while making guests laugh and having fun right alongside us on the dancefloor. The value of her services compared to the quality of photos and memories she delivered for us was just phenomenal. Naomi was truly the perfect fit and brought so much joy and wonder to our wedding day. We couldn't recommend Northwest Hearts Photography more!
Mariah and A., a year ago
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Focused On Life Photography LLC 

5.0

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

Hi! I'm Brayley, owner of Focused On Life Photography LLC, a Full-Time, Published, Traveling Wedding + Lifestyle Photography business, & I would LOVE to be your wedding photographer! Since 2021, we at FLP LLC have been focused on capturing all of life's precious milestones in a natural, earthy, classic & candid style. From your first inquiry, to your wedding day, & to hopefully many more milestones in the future, we are here to make your photography dream a reality in a way that feels authentic to you. With us, you don't need to worry about things like how to pose -- all you need to do on your day is smile & relax! We'll take it from there.

Awarded Best of Zola
Brayley was hands down the easiest and one of the best hires for our wedding. I found her through the Zola website as a photographer with five stars. I reached out, and she got back to me immediately. Her communication skills were top-notch, and I hired her that same day. My fiancé and I live in the Carolinas, and despite the three-hour time difference, we always felt in the loop, heard, and understood. From the first email to the wedding day, she was amazing. Now let's get to the important stuff... the wedding day. She was incredible. She got all the shots I wanted and then some. We were able to get all the photos done in a timely manner so that we could get back to the party and enjoy ourselves. Brayley captured both staged photos and the best candids. We cannot wait to get the rest of our album back. If you're thinking about hiring Brayley... DO IT!
Kendall M., 10 months ago
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Annie Austin Photography 

5.0

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

Your wedding isn’t just an event—it’s a story, a feeling, a collection of fleeting moments that deserve to be preserved with artistry and intention. I specialize in capturing weddings with a refined documentary-meets-editorial approach, blending quiet, unscripted moments with timeless, emotive storytelling. I take on a limited number of weddings per year, ensuring every couple receives an immersive, personalized experience. My work is for those who value photography not just as documentation but as an heirloom—something that will outlive the day itself.

Awarded Best of Zola
TLDR: I could not have picked a better photographer and I truly believe that Annie would be perfect for absolutely anyone. Her energy is infectious in a way that really brings up your excitement levels but also keeps your anxiety down. My husband is very introverted and was really worried about photos, but she kept him comfortable and in his element in a way I truly don’t believe anyone else would have. As for myself, I felt beautiful and gorgeous the entire time because of her and her partner. For the work she did and the amount of effort she puts into our photos, I believe her prices are incredibly fair. If anything, she’s undercutting herself. I will absolutely be recommending Annie to anyone and everyone. Now for the longer part of the review! We got married on May 30th, 2024 and we were doing our wedding a little differently. Instead of doing private vows or doing our vows at the ceremony, we did our vows at our rehearsal dinner. That is also when we allowed friends and family to come up and say something. The reason we did this route is because my husband is introverted and not a public speaker while I am the complete opposite. He also really wanted to see my walk down the aisle as our first look instead of a private look. Me, on the other hand, wanted at least our family and close friends to witness our vows. So we compromised! On top of it being two separate days, I was very adamant that I wanted two photographers along with wanting to capture the little things, such as my grandparents holding hands or our friends doing silly things at a table. I don’t mind staged photos, but I really wanted more natural focused shots. It was surprisingly difficult to find someone who was able to both days and within our price range. When we stumbled upon Annie, it felt like fate. She was so easy to figure things out with. Instead of an engagement photo session, she was happy to do our rehearsal dinner instead. She was there for any questions I had and the forms she had us fill out were super detailed! It really helped getting our thoughts together and deciding what was most important for our wedding. The day before the wedding, she vibed so well with everyone at the rehearsal dinner. She even got perfect photos of our dogs, who are honestly like our children. The day of the wedding, Annie and her second photographer (who I’ve completely blanked on the name, my fault for taking so long to write a review!) were amazing. Every single one of our friends had compliments for them and just LOVED their energy. Annie kept me calm and collected while the second was fully invested in my husband. I don’t think the wedding would have gone as smoothly without those two. The photos I received back? Better than I could ever dream of. Truly. They got beautiful shots of my grandparents dancing, my dad talking to one of his nephews, his mom talking with his brother. Just candid shots that looked real and natural. I am unbelievably so happy with Annie and the work she put in for us. Photographs are one of the most important things for me at our wedding and she truly blew it out of the park.We thank her for all her work from the bottom of our hearts and will always cherish the memories she gave us.
Halle S., 9 months ago
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Noelle Thies Co. 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,377
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

We are Washington state + Chicago/Midwest wedding photographers dedicated to capturing unfiltered moments and raw emotions in a way that feels genuine, honest and true to your very core. We also offer videography, content creation, wedding design and day-of coordination!

Awarded Best of Zola
Noelle and her team were AMAZING to work with! She delivered wonderful pictures and helped keep our day so smooth. It truly felt like we were hanging out with our friends all day! The comfort she provides is just as important as her amazing work.
Rebecca E., 8 months ago
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Lisa Stone Photography 

5.0

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

If you would have known me growing up, you would have been surprised if I didn’t become a photographer! I fell in love with photography after spending countless hours in the darkroom. Since 2008, I have been working professionally in the photography industry and have shot over 300 weddings and numerous other assignments in almost every genre of photography. Why Weddings? I love problem solving and puzzles, and I’m always up for a good challenge. For me, a wedding is a day full of all of the things that I love. Its basically a whole day of coming up with solutions to make the best photographs for my couples.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lisa is absolutely amazing! She is extremely responsive, creative, reliable, and truly wonderful to work with. Lisa took the photos for our small backyard wedding and they turned out better than we could have ever imagined. The photos were a mix between artsy and regular portraits, which is exactly what we were looking for. Lisa communicated with us significantly beforehand and helped create a list of the different people we wanted photos with and any details we wanted included. She was great at making us feel comfortable and natural and helped guide us with posing. We are using Lisa for our other wedding event later in the year and we are so excited to be working with her again! We cannot recommend Lisa enough!
Julie and C., 2 years ago
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Jaime Denise Photo 

5.0

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

Hi, I'm Jaime! I am so glad you've stumbled across my page. A little about me and my values: I love to tell love stories of honest human connection. I care about how I can represent who you are in your truest form. Your moments are meant to be captured and preserved in the most beautiful way possible. If this appeals to you and you are looking for a super fun new best friend to join you on your journey, I'd love to chat with you and be apart of the best day of your life!

Jaime is such an amazing photographer. As someone who has never felt very photogenic, she did such a wonderful job making me feel beautiful and capturing truly genuine photos. I couldn't have asked for a better photographer.
Lindsey F., 7 months ago
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BEN WAGNER PHOTOGRAPHY 

5.0

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

I'm a french wedding and elopement photographer based in NYC. Passionate about arts, travel enthusiast and coffee connoisseur. I service NYC, New England and the tri-state area in general. Will travel for destination weddings as well.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ben Wagner Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding day. He was so easy going and easy to communicate with throughout the entire process. The quality of his work is simply stunning, beautiful, and creative. Ben had so many different poses ready and took some truly breathtaking rooftop photos of us. He even gave us a photo right after the reception and a sneak peek set two days later! Ben is so kind and easy to get along with, and he kept us on track and was very knowledgeable. His photos are absolutely stunning and I would recommend him a million times over.
Andi, 6 months ago
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Chris Arson Photography 

5.0

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

Hi there! I’m Chris, and I’m excited to be part of your wedding journey. My goal is to make your day as stress-free and joyful as possible, so you can focus on celebrating with the people you love. I’ll ensure your timeline stays on track and handle any unexpected moments with ease. Based in Boston, I love traveling for intimate weddings of 100-150 guests at unique venues like barns, ski resorts, and castles. My style focuses on vibrant, cinematic images with true-to-life editing. I’m here to bring your vision to life and create photos that let you relive the magic for years to come!

Awarded Best of Zola
Every experience we had with Chris was incredible. On the intro call, we immediately knew Chris was the one for us. He's calm, confident, entertaining, and thoughtful. Although we had cheaper quotes, we knew Chris would be the one to capture the moments for us to cherish for the rest of our lives. And in looking at the photos he captured of our wedding, we were 100% correct. Chris has an incredible eye for wedding magic. He makes everyone feel comfortable in his presence, and we love how candid his photography is. He's wonderful at capturing quiet moments as well as the motion of dance (see his awesome action shots below!). He doesn't just focus on us as a couple - he captured beautiful portraits of our friends and family that immediate bring us back to the moments. Chris's photography is a work of art, a vignette of the most magical days of our lives, and we are so grateful to have chosen Chris as our photographer. If you're looking for an artist to transport you to your most magical day when you look at his photographs, run - don't walk. He books up fast!
Mai B., 5 months ago
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Kayla Hurst Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hi! I'm Kayla - a traveling Milwaukee wedding photographer - and I'm going to make you cry. Wait, what? Don't worry, not in a bad way. Most of my couples say they cry when receiving their wedding photos from me for the first time. Five, ten, fifty years down the road when you open your wedding album, bet I'll get you again. You'll still be surrounded by your loved ones - remembering the happy tears and laughing until your belly hurts - just as you did on your wedding day.

We had an amazing experience working with Kayla for our wedding. From my first introduction to her it was clear that she is extremely organized and thinks of every detail. For our engagement shoot we gave her a few ideas of the direction we wanted to go, and she created an entire vision. We were nervous about being unnatural in front of the camera and she made us feel comfortable, relaxed, and gave us good directions! We are so thrilled with how our wedding day photos turned out. She captured our day so beautifully with our family and friends and we truly couldn't be happier with our photos! We will cherish these memories she captured for life.
Madeline T., 4 months ago
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MC Visuals 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

We are Marc and Kalena, founders of MC Visuals, traveling photographers, and cinematographers based out of Western CT. With over 10 years of experience, documenting life's most beautiful moments has always been something so dear to our hearts as individuals. Aside from his love of filmography, Marc enjoys basketball, playing guitar/bass/drums, landscape photography, cooking, and watching his favorite shows while cuddling with our mini dachshunds Sammie & Brady. As for me... well I have many loves in life, but mostly salsa dancing & my dogs :)

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn’t have asked for a more exceptional team than Kalena and Marc for our wedding photography and videography. From our engagement photoshoot to the wedding day itself, their talent and creativity truly shone through. Kalena’s eye for detail and ability to capture the most intimate and joyous moments made our engagement shoot an absolute delight, while Marc’s cinematic style brought our wedding day to life in a way we never imagined. Both their work turned out to be nothing short of stunning, exceeding all our expectations and perfectly capturing the essence of our special day. Working with Kalena and Marc was a joy from start to finish. They brought a fun and positive energy that made every moment feel natural and effortless. Their professionalism and passion for their craft were evident in every shot and frame, resulting in a breathtaking collection of images and videos that we will treasure forever. Their ability to blend into the background while still capturing every beautiful detail made the entire experience seamless, and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. We could not recommend MC Visuals more to anyone looking for truly extraordinary wedding photography and videography.
Kassie D., 9 months ago
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Milieu 

5.0

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

The word ‘milieu’ defines how we want to capture your wedding: as whole of scenery. Any experience is the result of a series of moments and feeling of our interaction with others. Images can recreate those intangible elements more fully in our mind, allowing us to relive our emotional experience long after the day has ended.

Awarded Best of Zola
Finding Salvatore and having him photograph our wedding was the best decision we made for our day. He was so incredibly helpful from start to finish and even helped us make the best use of our time for the day. Our photos (and highlight video) are BEYOND stunning and we could not be more pleased. We are so very grateful for Sal his kindness, professionalism, and BEAUTIFUL work! Having him there for our wedding made it even more special and fun. We plan to hire Sal again for future projects! 10 out of 10 HIGHLY recommend…don’t miss out on this gem!
Danielle and A., 2 years ago
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Morgan Belieu Photography 

5.0

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

My name is Morgan Belieu (she/her), the owner and photographer here at Morgan Belieu Photography. I am photographer servicing both Seattle Washington & Phoenix Arizona; specializing in intimate couple sessions, small weddings & elopements, and portrait photography. But hey, don't let my current location or specialties prevent you from reaching out, I am always eager to travel and experience new places and people.

Awarded Best of Zola
Morgan is an exceptional photographer with so much talent and care for her craft. From day one, she was incredibly professional, thoughtful, and organized. Working with her was so easy and straightforward. She told us exactly what she needed from us, and she was always prompt with her communication. We loved working with Morgan for so many reasons, but her thoughtfulness, sincerity, and flexibility are particular memorable. Especially with all the chaos that comes with the wedding, it was refreshing to have Morgan be in charge of our photos, because she kept a cool demeanor and was easy going, but prescriptive. Beyond her professionalism and personality, my family, friends, and I are absolutely stunned by how beautiful our photos came out. The photos were creative while maintaining timeless elegance. Morgan's expertise with outdoor photography was perfect for our venue because we had a lot of natural sunlight come through our space since we had a lot of windows. I truly cannot express how thankful I am that Morgan was our photographer. I wish we could have another vent just to have her do more photography for us! Her turn around time was extremely reasonable as well!
Katalina, a month ago
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Anj Photographer 

4.6

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

One of the most important aspects of a photo is the emotion it conveys. While I have years of training and experience, photographing love cannot be reduced to lighting and angles. ​ Well before your special day. I hear my client's love story. This helps me create eye-catching images that portray the kind of affection that is unique to each couple. I pride myself in being a storyteller-photographer.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am a makeup artist and have worked with Andre for many years. She is always on time, knows exactly what she is doing is great at directing the team when necessary and her work delivered is amazing.
Monica Hernandez, a year ago
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Arielle Thomas Photography 

5.0

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

Hi! Congratulations on your engagement! I'm Arielle and I want to photograph your wedding! I'm a fun loving lady that's totally in love with love. I have like 20 years of experience with a camera in my hand, and 7 years since I started shooting weddings full time. Rain or shine we're going to have the best day ever if you choose me to shoot your wedding. I grew up in Vermont and after traveling around and living in several different states I made my way back to Vermont where I posted up and started this wild photo business and I've never been happier to share my talent with you! I can't wait to meet you!

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Arielle single handedly helped pull off my wedding day after many many covid-related changes. She took everyone's safety seriously but also brought so much fun and light which was needed for me-- a stressed out bride. Working with her felt like working with an old pal. Communication was reliable and responsive. We got our photos so quickly and they were stunning. She put us at ease on our big day. She's incredibly talented. And she's a delight to be around. Hire her!
Kate B., 3 years ago
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Marc Blondin Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,100
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

I’m a wine country native and learned the photographic arts from my family. My early travels and studies in the art & humanities opened my horizons to culture and diversity, plus I'm of mixed ethnicity. I really enjoy photographing weddings, because it has influenced me in a variety of unexpected and good ways. Each wedding has their own uniqueness, personality, and beauty. My life experience in wedding, portrait, & event photography has been a very gratifying and fulfilling journey. I’ve been pro wedding photographer for over 15yrs, and I’m insured.

I couldn’t be happier choosing Marc to photograph our wedding! From the very beginning, he was incredibly professional and attentive, making sure he understood exactly what we wanted. He photographed our engagement photos too and even rescheduled at no extra cost when the weather was too foggy for the scenery we wanted. On the big day, Marc blended seamlessly into the background while capturing every precious moment beautifully. The photos are nothing short of spectacular—each one highlights the love and magic of the day and perfectly captures the emotion and joy we felt. We’ve received countless compliments on the quality of the images and how they captured each moment of our wedding. If you’re looking for someone who is not only talented but also dedicated and passionate about their craft, I highly recommend Marc Blondin.
Mackenzie S., 4 months ago
Stef Reyes Photo 

5.0

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

I specialize in intimate ceremonies, City Hall elopements, and micro weddings with a documentary-style approach. Using a blend of digital and 35mm film, I capture honest, timeless images that reflect the heart of your day.

Awarded Best of Zola
From start to finish, Stef was such an absolute pleasure to work with! I can’t recommend her enough. Her communication with us was easy and kind from the get go, and she was very knowledgeable about her craft. Our photos are absolutely stunning! We have gotten so many compliments from family and friends. I even had one good friend say that if she ever gets married, she will ask me for Stef’s contact info :) Thank you Stef, for beautifully capturing the best day of our lives.
Erin, 5 months ago
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Abby Taylor Photography 

5.0

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

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

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

5.0

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

Firstly, I just want to say thank you for being here! It will be an absolute honor to capture your beautiful moments. I’m Lindsay, a lover of all things creative turned photographer that fell in love with photography about 9 years ago. I love to capture moments that tell the story of your special day with the ones you love, while having the best time capturing images that you can treasure forever. My goal is to create photographs that will preserve the story of your day and capture the magic of your moment completely authentically, so you can look back at your photos, and enjoy remembering not only how your day looked but also how it felt.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lindsay was our wedding photographer in December 2024 at Old Town Manor in Key West. We couldn't have been happier with our experience with her! She was patient, on-task, very friendly and personable, and was a wonderful photographer for our wedding day. Anyone looking to get married in the Florida Keys should definitely look to her to capture your special moment, thank you!
Chase M., 4 months ago
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Elizabeth Grace Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

I have been a photographer since 2021 in the Raleigh, NC area, specializing in couples and wedding photography! I have worked with dozens of couples to capture their love stories and given them photos to treasure for years with my timeless, documentary editing and shooting style.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we met Elizabeth, we knew we were in excellent hands. Her effortless approach and keen attention to detail allowed her to seamlessly capture all the special moments of our wedding day. The final photos were absolutely stunning, showcasing the beauty and joy of our celebration in a way that exceeded our expectations. She was a pleasure to work with throughout the entire process, and we are thrilled with the beautiful memories they have preserved for us!
Faith B., 2 months 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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