The Best Editorial Wedding Photographers in Santa Cruz, NM

The Best Editorial Wedding Photographers in Santa Cruz, NM

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Azhar Khan Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Welcome! I’m Azhar Khan. It’s nice to meet you. I am a destination wedding and portrait photographer based in Florida. I believe in capturing memories with artful storytelling and authentic, soulful imagery. As a husband and a father, I understand family connection and bring a personal touch to my images.

Awarded Best of Zola
Azhar Khan Photography was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. Their communication style was excellent - they were professional yet personable, and incredibly patient with our chaotic blended family. The quality of their work was fantastic, and they truly captured the magic of our special day. They were able to wrangle our large group with ease, ensuring we got all the important shots without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. Highly recommended for any couple looking for photographers who will go above and beyond to make your wedding day perfect.
Jeanna W., 2 months ago
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Love Knot Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved Isaac and his wife, Jing, who photographed our wedding earlier this month. Isaac was super calm and collected and on top of everything. His photography style was perfect for us. He already delivered about half of our retouched photos a week after the wedding which was insane and I love every single one. He was flexible with the 5 flower girls we had in and out of pictures and the multiple areas on our venue property. Overall an amazing experience and I recommend his work to anyone and everyone looking. He was very considerate when I first reached out about his work and wanted to use him and was very mindful of his travel fees to fit in our budget.
Madison R., 6 months ago
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David Jesse Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Vogue Party vibes to intimate adventure elopements and everything in between! Any of my clients will tell you I say "We're not photographers we are storytellers" and that is my main goal when capturing your moments. I have a strong lean toward editorial-style shooting and maintaining gorgeous skin tones. I've been shooting weddings and elopements around the country for the last 8 years and have fallen in love with serving my clients not just on the big day but also leading up to it. I shoot with natural light primarily but don't shy away from some good flash when the vibes call for it! Cheers, David

Awarded Best of Zola
“My pictures of you, there was nothing in the world, that I ever wanted more.” The Cure- Pictures of You David and his team are marvelous and without needing to say so very talented. His work speaks for itself. We feel so fortunate that he was available for our small grassroots wedding, which was straight from our hearts and all about love, family, and friends. David and Bobby captured all of that and so much more. We wanted our photos to narrate all small and big details, and that is exactly what our amazing photos do. David just makes you and your entire wedding party feel at ease. When he says he doesn’t do packages he means it. He is there to support and guide you not only on the day of but with the whole process. He helped us build our timeline which was such a huge relief, from there he ensured that the hustle and bustle of the day had built-in moments for just the two of us. Looking at our photos is reliving one of the best days of our lives. David is now like family and is already booked for my daughter’s upcoming day. Thank you, David- we were so honored to have had you as our photographer!
Cassandra O., 2 months ago
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505 Media Company 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM
  • Offer

Hello! We are a husband and wife company. We have covered over 1000 weddings in less than 5 years all across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. We love to travel so much that we keep our prices affordable- giving us the opportunity to cover all over the USA (no travel fees). Our most popular package is our Red Carpet which gives our clients up to 10 hours of photo and video coverage, 505+ edits, and 2 wedding videos (with the whole ceremony). Check out our FB or Youtube for HUNDREDS of weddings we shot in the past.

We were so impressed by 505 media and their quick responses and quality of photo/video they took! From the initial phases of planning, they were quick to respond and eager to help in the planning process of making sure timelines were manageable. They were able to capture all of the milestones during the day and were even willing to hop on our party bus when we wanted footage of the wedding party driving around! We were so impressed by how quick the photos were delivered! We received a text while on our honeymoon the week after our wedding that our edited photos were done and one week later we received all our pictures! You don’t hear that often from photography companies! We also watched our wedding video trailer today (which was delivered in less than 2 months from our wedding) and can’t stop watching it! I would recommend 505 media to anyone!!
Rachel B., 4 months ago
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Ashley Guice Creative 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM
  • Offer

Ashley Guice Creative is a Phoenix-based luxury wedding photographer with a passion for capturing the beauty of human connection. Since 2017, Ashley Guice has been creating stunning images that blend artistic flair with genuine emotion. With over seven years of experience in photography and a decade-long background in the arts, she brings a unique perspective to every event she covers.

We couldn't be happier with our experience working with Ashley! From start to finish, she was an absolute joy to work with. Her attention to detail and creativity truly brought our vision to life, capturing every moment beautifully. We had an unfortunate cancellation of our original venue, and with our new venue having a completely different look, Ashley was a great thought partner in scouting locations and helping us achieve the look and feel in our photos that we were going for. Despite the challenges of a venue change and the usual wedding planning craziness, Ashley remained positive, resourceful, and was also just down right fun to work with! Ashley is a true artist, dedicated to the artful execution of every detail. Nothing felt cookie-cutter or ordinary—she took the time to understand our vision and how we wanted to remember the day and then actualized it through her artistic lens. I wanted something artful, chic, and elevated but also real, candid, and documentary-style—and Ashley delivered exactly that. She was also fantastic at understanding how we wanted to be photographed throughout the day. More than anything, she made sure our enjoyment of the day was a priority over just "getting the perfect shot," which was crucial for us. We were able to enjoy every moment, and the photos capture that perfectly. Her team was amazing, too! We got to work with two of her assistant photographers, and they were just as supportive and friendly as Ashley. We would recommend AGC to any couple looking for a photography team who is dedicated to capturing the essence of your wedding in a way that feels unique, personal, and meaningful. - L & L
Loni, 4 months ago
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SweetEmms Photography 

4.6

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hello! My name is Emily and I have been a photographer since 2015. I have found my passion in photography through all the little moments of your big day. I'm inspired to make you feel at ease and stress free for a fun day of shooting. I have a laid back shooting style that helps capture moments you will treasure for lifetime memories. I am an open communicator and love hearing your ideas. I am happy to go above and beyond for your session and magnify the small details. Please take a look at my photos for my work and ways to contact me. Thank you! P.S. Love knows no limits and I’m here for it! Currently no travel fees!

Emily did everything she could to work with our budget and even though she did, it DID NOT mean I was sacrificing quality. She came and did my engagement photos in San Luis Obispo (where we got engaged) and then drove to Yosemite for the big day! She is an absolute joy to be around and such a nice person. Her photos made me feel beautiful! She really does well in capturing the candid moments. I would 100% call her again for any life event in the future!
Jacquelynn M., 2 years ago
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Shawnee Custalow Studios 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

We are passionate about photographing kind-hearted people who are unapologetically themselves, and creating a safe and beautiful space in the wedding world for LGBTQ+ folx. Our favorite people to work with believe in giving back to their communities, that black lives always matter, that climate change is you know...real, and choose to embrace their own unique quirks and talents.

Awarded Best of Zola
Shawnee was an unbelievable photographer and such a special part of our wedding weekend. From the moment we reached out to her to getting our pictures, she has been incredibly communicative, easy to work with, and deeply kind. She made us feel so at ease and taken care of at our Rehearsal Dinner and on our wedding day. She not only allowed us to be our fullest selves but also encouraged capturing us in ways that felt authentic and not stuck in expected wedding photos or gender roles. She captured our guests so beautifully too, particularly the kids who were in our wedding. Everyone's personalities shone through so wonderfully and the picture are absolutely stunning. We cannot believe how many and how incredible each and every photo is. We cannot recommend Shawnee enough!
Sasha F., 3 years ago
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Empowering You Photography 

5.0

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

I'm Emily - a Pittsburgh-based wedding photographer set on capturing intimate, joyful, authentic, & emotional photos. I want you to look back on your wedding photos not just love the way they look, but I want you to remember what the moment felt like. My hope is for you to feel the way your loved one hugged you as they gave you away, to laugh as you look back at the best man giving his speech...every captured moment has a feeling. I will do my best to stop those moments in time for you to experience forever. I am witty, goofy, sarcastic, open-minded, & honest. I will be your ultimate third wheel.

Awarded Best of Zola
If I could go up to everyone to suggest Emily til my lungs gave out, I would. We used her for our engagement photos and wedding photos, and I want to use her for all my life events. Her photos are obviously what drew me in at first, but once I met her, it was her personality. She is so bright, she makes you feel like you're her new best friend. She is fun, energetic, and efficient (which we love, since my husband hates photos). Emily not only acted as my photographer the day of my wedding, but was also my hype woman, and support person. She made me feel calm in the chaos. She made me feel beautiful. I think when you are a beautiful person inside and out like her, it's an easy thing to do. You know you have a gem when everyone is coming up to you to tell you how "your photographer is so awesome". She captured some of the most beautiful, vulnerable, moments during that day and turned them into a story and I love that she could be apart of such a special day.
Danielle S., 5 months ago
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Diana Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees
  • Offer

Hey there! Since you are trusting me to capture these special moments in your life, I figured you should probably know a bit about me, right? I am a Huntsville, Alabama native, but moved to Nashville after graduating from the University of Alabama in 2013. ROLL TIDE! Although I consider Nashville home, I am anything but a homebody. I love traveling and exploring new places (especially the food at those places!). I even studied abroad in Italy, which let me tell you, was a food lover's dream. I have always felt like an old soul trapped in a millennial’s body. I would rather listen to Frank Sinatra than anything on the radio today.

Awarded Best of Zola
Diana Marie Photography was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding day. From the very beginning, Diana's communication style was open, professional, and timely - she was always checking in to make sure our day was going as we had imagined. The quality of her work is truly exceptional, with a clean, timeless, and emotional style that captured all the special moments beautifully. Diana knows the importance behind wedding photos - they aren't just a social media dump, but rather the memories we'll cherish for years to come. She reminded us to take in the little things, and that thoughtfulness really shines through in the final product. We couldn't recommend Diana Marie Photography enough for any couple looking for a talented, dedicated photographer to document their big day.
Bridget, 24 days ago
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HLS Photography GA 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Intimate wedding photographer originally from the coast of VA, but now based in the North Georgia Mountains & love finding new adventures while exploring the outdoors. When I am not hidden behind my camera, you can find me hiking up a new mountain with my fur babies, eating tacos, or spending quality time with my little family. I started out capturing families, then realized that my heart is completely drawn to love & the bond that two people share. I describe my photography as bold, intimate & sincere. I enjoy capturing the small, yet sometimes unseen gestures & reactions as well as the pure romance between two people on their wedding day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Between our engagement photos and the wedding, Hannah was so much fun to work with! Her prices are fair and her quality of work is fantastic. Love her editing style. She had the photos back to us within 2 weeks for sneak peaks and 3 weeks for everything! All my guests commented on how fun and sweet she was! Highly recommend
Lisa M., 7 months ago
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Kendra Smith Weddings 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Kendra Smith Weddings is filled with honest emotion and documentary integrity. Photographer, Kendra Smith, is inspired by editorial and fine art photography while passionate about documenting the story of you and your day in movement and light.

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Kendra is the sweetest!! I am so in love with her photography style and she's also such a fun human which makes it that much better! We got married on 8/10 and she's already sent us a few sneak peeks that we absolutely adore and have gotten countless compliments on. She is extremely flexible and so understanding. She helped with all the chaos of the day-- thank you Kendra!!!
Kaitlyn F., 4 months ago
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Gabrielle Pellegrino Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,501
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Hello, I'm Gabrielle Pellegrino, A destination wedding photographer based out of Salt Lake City and Lake Tahoe, my adventurous roots and my passion for capturing weddings are rooted in the ways we connect and celebrate our biggest life's moments with those we love most. I believe that every journey of love is has its own story and nuance and I want to be there to tell it.

From the moment we first spoke with Gabrielle, we knew she was the perfect photographer for our wedding. Her communication style is clear, kind, and thoughtful, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of her work is nothing short of perfection - her photos are sharp and warm, capturing every special moment in a way that we will cherish forever. Gabrielle seamlessly blended into the crowd, allowing us to fully enjoy our wedding day while knowing that she was there to expertly document every detail. Her eye for detail is unmatched, and the end result is a stunning collection of photos that beautifully tell the story of our special day. We cannot recommend Gabrielle Pellegrino Photography enough - book her, and you will thank yourself later!
Shelby P., 2 months ago
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Luna + Lion Photo Co 

5.0

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

Destination Wedding Photographers specializing in storytelling images, providing timeless artifacts that authentically tell your story on digital and film. Utilizing documentary, editorial, and traditional techniques to create a classic and cohesive final gallery.

Luna Lion Photo Co. was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding photoshoot and for fall couple photos! From the moment we first reached out, Kayti was quick to respond, incredibly kind, and extremely professional. The communication style put us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work is truly stunning - their artistic vision and creative eye resulted in gorgeous, classy photos that perfectly captured the essence of our special day. They had great ideas for locations and were generous with their time, often making us laugh and feel at ease in front of the camera. We absolutely love working with Kayti with LunaLion and could not recommend her/the business more highly!
Ellie, 3 months ago
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Lucia Giuseppina Photography 

5.0

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

My style is rooted in an editorial approach, allowing me to narrate your unique love story through timeless images that highlight genuine emotions. As your photographer, I bring a heartfelt and genuine perspective, ensuring that your wedding day is portrayed in a way that truly reflects you and preserves the memories you'll cherish forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so happy we chose Lucia to capture our elopement. Lucia is professional, fast to respond to emails and texts, helpful with decisions, accommodating to any requests, concerns, and excited to give advice. Duncan and I really wanted our photographer to capture our true emotion and to get candids of us, and Lucia DID THAT! The day felt blissful and a key point for us was that we got to enjoy the day without it feeling solely like a photoshoot which I think speaks to Lucias talent and confidence in her craft. She was good at giving guiding advice for posing without us feeling posed. I put together a Pinterest board and shot list which she really did a great job pulling inspiration from. The photos are stunning and the exact style we envisioned. Also, our sneak peak was huge and she got them to us very fast. If you are torn between photographers or are just starting your research, you're in very safe hands to stop here. We hope to continue reaching out to Lucia in the future when we start a family.
Kirin P., a month ago
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Bogdanov photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Bogdanov Photography is a wedding photography business located in Chicago, Il. This company serves the city of Chicago and surrounding areas while also being open to covering other United States destination weddings. Originally from Crimea, owner and operator Svyat has photographed over 600 weddings during his career in various places around the world. With his focus on candid emotions and heartfelt interactions, he will work to give couples tailor-made wedding albums a beautifully candid tone.

Awarded Best of Zola
Bogdanov Photography was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding day. From the moment we first connected, Svat was outgoing, reachable, and prompt in his communication, putting us at ease throughout the entire planning process. He gave us a comprehensive checklist and many tips for the makeup trial, rain preparation, and building our shot list. His detail-oriented, gorgeous photography captured all the special moments of our day in a truly high-quality and affordable way. He was flexible and generous with his time and saved us quite a bit of money finding the perfect package to suit our exact needs. Svat went above and beyond, even gifting us beautiful Polaroid photos just before we left for the evening. We were crunched for time before the ceremony, but he was still able to capture so many meaningful moments that surprised us and beautiful accessory layouts. We couldn't be happier with our forever photos - Svat went above and beyond and we highly recommend his work to any couple looking for an amazing wedding photographer.
David K., 3 months ago
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Olker Wedding Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Heather has been shooting weddings for the past decade and is an award-winning photographer. Her work has been published in fashion-forward magazines and exhibited at Scope, Miami, FL, Woman Made Gallery, Chicago, IL, New Apostle Gallery, New York, NY, and other galleries. Olker Wedding Photo was featured on Zola as a preferred vendor and the business has earned “The Best of Weddings” award and the “Couple’s Choice” award. She is an expert in her field and holds a Master of Fine Art in Photography from the School of Visual Arts.

Awarded Best of Zola
Heather Olker of Olker Wedding Photo was an amazing artist to work with from start to finish. As a great listener, she was very respectful of our wishes and took the time to understand our vision for our special day. Punctual and ready to capture every moment, Heather was loving and passionate about her craft. She listened closely to the details that were important to us, like our Disney-inspired wedding in the Carousel Museum in CT, and made sure to beautifully document all the magical moments, from our engagement photos in NYC's Times Square and Central Park to the carousel at our ceremony. We are thrilled with the final results and couldn't be happier that we chose Olker Wedding Photo to be a part of our wedding.
Xaxia & W., 6 days ago
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Arielle Thomas Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
Arielle has done two shoots with my family and one boudoir shoot with just me. She is extremely professional, very friendly (we are now friends as a result of working together) and all of our shoots have been so fun! She knows how to direct you for positioning and how to make you feel comfortable. She truly is magical. Her pictures are edited in a timely manner and delivery was simple. Highly recommended
Annie, 3 years ago
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Tylar Brooke Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees
  • Offer

I’m telling a story, specifically your story. I’m invested in my couples and want to know them to best document the romance between two people. I’m also direct and loud to get your wild family together for those group shots. My promise is that you’ll leave this experience more in love.

Tylar Brooke Photography was a dream to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, her communication style was kind, quick, and easy, which put us at ease right away. The quality of her work was truly amazing - the photos she captured were absolutely stunning and looked like something out of a fairytale. She was able to make my husband, who is typically uncomfortable in front of the camera, feel completely at ease, and she managed to catch all the perfect moments throughout our special day. More than I could have hoped for, Tylar Brooke Photography exceeded our expectations in every way, and we are thrilled to have such beautiful memories from our wedding day.
Melaney N., 3 months ago
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Jenni Summer Studios 

5.0

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

Jenni Summer Studios specializes in dreamy, intimate destination weddings, portraits and fashion editorials through fine art imagery & editorial story-telling. Headquarters in Southern California. Available in San Diego/LA, Oahu-Hawaii & Colorado with no travel fee. Available worldwide for travel & destination weddings.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jenni and her team did a phenomenal job capturing our wedding day. We felt so comfortable from the moment we first met with her and that definitely translated to how easy it felt taking direction from her for our wedding day photos. Her team took time to get to know us and figure out what we were comfortable with so it felt natural (we're not the most comfortable in front of the camera but somehow she figured out how to get those sweet in the moment shots without it feeling forced!). The photos turned out stunning. From the formal portraits to our mountain top vows to the sweetest candids she captured of me and my dad and my adorable nieces and nephews there’s seriously so many amazing photos to choose from. I also appreciated how organized she was with our formal portrait list keeping it quick and everyone ready to move through those as soon as possible. Cannot recommend her enough. Thank you so much Jenni! We absolutely could not dream of better photos!
Laurel G., 5 months ago
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Adelaide Street Photo + Film 

5.0

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

Based in the heart of Nashville and journeying with couples worldwide full-time since 2018, I specialize in crafting timeless, low-stress, editorial images and elevated, audio-centric cinematic wedding films. For the free-spirited and the adventurous, for the lovers of art and bold style, your dream wedding memories await. Everyone deserves to have their wedding captured with care, creativity, and kindness. I can't wait to create an amazing experience for you and your partner.

TLDR: she is talented, professional & kind very helpful as someone with limited mobility. Tessa & her team photographed & recorded my wedding last weekend, and they were a dream to work with. I am chronically ill & so I knew on my wedding day I could not be running around to different locations for photos, and Tessa was extremely mindful of that fact & made sure to work within the parameters of what was doable for me. I was worried my limited mobility would mean my photos would be a little boring, but she's already sent a handful of pictures over for a sneak peek & they are GORGEOUS. Tessa is a true professional but also someone who clearly loves what she does, which I think really shows in the quality of her work. Could not be more glad to have had her & her team document my special day! :)
Catherine, 4 months ago
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Wayward Wanderess Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi! My name is Jacqueline and I've been in the photography industry for almost a decade. I believe that when I pick up my camera, I am there to tell a story. On your wedding day, I am there to document a new chapter of your love story. I capture all the intimate moments of your day, and then some!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jacqueline is amazing! We absolutely loved having her as our wedding photographer. She was so sweet and professional and really helped us make the day special! The photos themselves are incredible. They're ethereal and dreamy with just a touch of moodiness. They are perfect. We adore them!
Kallista K., 14 days ago
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Jesi B. Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

I truly found a love for storytelling once I got into weddings. Weddings are these multifaceted microcosms of stories and relationships that continue to keep me fascinated and excited about capturing them. I find that my style leans towards an editorial, documentary storytelling side, with hints of sophisticated moody & edgy. You feel the emotions of the moment when looking back on your photos I have captured just for you.

Jesi took our last minute decision to turn my engagement shoot into our wedding and totally exceeded expectations. We enjoyed her tenacity to get the best shots and angels. Pictures came out amazing and were delivered ahead of schedule. We appreciate you Jesi!
Seneca M., a year ago
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Lissa Chandler Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Hey!! Congratulations and I'm so excited you're here! My name's Lissa (pronounced "Lyss-uh") and photographs are my jam! Also my jam? Bright colors, the lamest jokes, floral everything, weird history, and awesome ghost stories. I'm a total mother hen / perpetual big sister and I'm mom to Max, Henry, and Penelope. I love creating. I garden. I sew. I crochet. I design ridiculously cute tee shirts. But most of all? I freaking love creating photographs. A professional photographer since 2011 (eek!), my photographs are bright, happy, and totally meant to hit you in the feels. But most of all? They're a total party!

It was such a pleasure having Lissa as the photographer for our wedding. She has taken several photos for me and my family throughout the years, and each time the photos have always been exactly what we wanted. Her photos are vibrant, full of color, and full of feeling. Lissa was sure to respond quickly to contracts, questions, and provided information in a timely manner. She listened to our desires and concerns, and when needed she provided feedback that helped us feel more comfortable and excited to work with her. She is incredibly easy to work with her. She was flexible with any photo requests that came up in the moment, and she guided and directed us for other shots she felt would turn out well when we weren't sure what to do next. She was professional and courteous to all of our wedding guests and yet always made sure to prioritize our (the bride and groom) desires and time as opposed to the rest of our wedding party. She had a happy, yet focused disposition while working with us. That focus was evident in the BEAUTIFUL pictures she took. She perfectly captured our joy that day. Turnaround time was better than expected, and we couldn't be happier with the results. We have no regrets with our choice of wedding photographer. She's amazing!
Katy C., 7 months ago
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Allen Photography 

5.0

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

Hey, I’m Heather, a destination wedding photographer. It’s not just about capturing photos—it’s about creating an experience that feels effortless and fun. With clear communication and an outgoing vibe, I bring editorial looks with zero pretense. My editing keeps it real, showcasing your true self in every frame. Guiding you through each pose, I make sure you shine in shots that reflect your unique story. My approach is inclusive, as a proud member of the LGBTQIA+, I celebrate ALL LOVE! Ready to make your moments unforgettable?

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Desert Grown Photography was hands down the best experience I have ever had with a photographer. The quality of the photos are unmatched and she’s very personable! She made me feel so bubbly and confident which definitely showed in the pictures.
Frances, 2 years ago
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Stacie McChesney Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Hi, I’m Stacie! After initially going to a photography school for architectural photography, I quickly learned I had a passion for human connection and a natural ability for making people feel at ease. Once I photographed my first wedding I was smitten. Now over a decade later I still absolutely love what I do. I am passionate about creating beautiful photographs that are sincere, meaningful, full of emotion, and feel like you. I want you to be able to look back on your wedding photographs year after year and remember all the emotions - the laughter, the tears of joy, and the love.

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I cannot even begin to describe how incredible of a job Stacie did for our engagement & wedding photos! Not only is she extremely talented and professional when it comes to photography, she is also an incredible person inside and out. My husband and I are somewhat shy when it comes to having our pictures taken but Stacie made us feel comfortable and confident. Your wedding photos are something you’ll cherish forever, so it was important to me and my husband that we prioritized a good photographer and Stacie far exceeded that expectation. We have so many amazing photos of not only just ourselves but everyone at our wedding which is special to us. We highly recommend Stacie with Vitae Weddings!!
Mary, 5 months ago
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Tony Gallagher Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,575
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi, Tony here. Before settling in Denver, CO, I lived and worked in San Francisco and New York City. I began my career documenting weddings, eventually settling in Denver, CO. As with any art form, mine has been refined through years of study and practice. I spend my days (and many nights) taking pictures. My love of photography is more than a passion. I’m constantly in search of the next story I will help tell—through my camera lens. I hope you’ll consider allowing me the honor of telling yours. Please visit my website (link to the left) for more details and to set up a meeting. Thank you for stopping by.

We had the pleasure of working with Tony for both our engagement shoot and a 5-hour wedding package. His photography is simply stunning—elevated, artsy, and full of emotion. The final images were beyond beautiful and captured the day perfectly--he also gave us every photo in Black & White for no extra charge! Tony went above and beyond, even scouting locations with us beforehand to make the most of our time. While Tony can come across as a bit scattered and his communication style might feel a little quirky at times, the quality of his work is absolutely worth it! He has a strong artistic vision and is great at positioning you for the best shots, even if it takes a little patience. He delivered our edited photos in record time (2 weeks!), and the results were truly impressive—comparable to photographers who charge 3-5x more. Several wedding guests have asked us something along the lines of, "Who was your photographer?! EVERY photo looks like it could be in a magazine!" And it's true! There's not a single dud amongst the hundreds of photos! Tony is a kind, caring, and talented artist, and we're so happy with the beautiful memories he created for us!
Tori, 2 months ago
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Baileaves Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Hi! My name is Bailey and I am the owner of Baileaves Photography. I am a travel and destination wedding photographer based in Portland, Oregon. I travel all over the world to create timeless cinematic images of couples.

I had the pleasure of having Bailey as my portrait photographer. From our first meeting, I was blown away with her professionalism and passion for her craft. Impressed would be an UNDERSTATEMENT. Bailey was incredibly professional throughout the entire process, always communicating clearly and making sure that I felt empowered and comfortable in front of her lens. She always seems to be at the right place at the right time and was able to direct me into my most flattering angles. I cannot recommend Bailey enough for anyone looking for professional portraits. Don’t even get me started on her wedding photography! As soon as I find a husband, Bailey will be the first to know.
Grace S., 9 months ago
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Samantha Turco Photography 

5.0

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

With over 10 years of industry experience, my strengths clearly lie in wedding and portraiture photography. Whether you're a recently engaged couple looking for someone to preserve your journey from fiancés to newlyweds through photographs, an expectant Mama hoping to capture your maternity glow or simply wanting to document you and your loved ones during whatever special season of life you're in, I would love to hear from you, I specialize in all types of portraiture but I am renowned for my wedding and engagement photography above all else. Whatever your photo needs are, I would love to chat and find out if we're a good match.

I work alongside Sam on a lot of weddings doing makeup and as a makeup artist I’m always dying to see how my work looks in professional photos and Sam kills it EVERY TIME! She is talented, professional, efficient, organized and so much fun to work with. She has such an eye for capturing the love and joy in your special day. You will not regret having her as your photographer!
Maria, a year ago
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Jackie Marie Photography 

4.7

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

My first wedding day to capture was two years after I had started freelancing; a day I will never forget, Valentine's Day, 2014, in Hot Springs, AR. Little did I know how my focus would shift from that day forward. In the past seven years since then, I am honored to have captured more than three-dozen weddings. It never fails that each of those days are full of such unique beauty and character, but most importantly, they are full of loving memories of a lifetime.

I have worked with Jackie many times, but our wedding is one of my favorites. She is so easy to work with, she was so much more than a photographer and helped me throughout the day and was still able to catch THE moments. Our pictures were perfect.
Brandi & T., 9 months ago
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Kyrsten Ashlay Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

I provide a positive, thoughtful photography experience that ensures you’ll get the photos of your dreams and have space to be present with your community. It’s an honor to join you in celebrating your brand new marriage and I make it a point to understand what you value the most. I don’t over edit or correct your photos, but instead capture the natural colors, details, and soft smiles of your wedding as you actually experienced them. The result? Timeless, classic photos that never go out of style or off trend.

Awarded Best of Zola
I could go on about her but I'll try to be brief - Kyrsten was absolutely incredible at making me and my now-husband feel comfortable in our own skin. We talked on the phone when I first reached out and immediately hit it off, which was easy because she is sassy and says it like it is which I absolutely love. She took our engagement photos on the hottest day of the summer and we had a blast even with sweat dripping down our backs. She had us laughing the whole time and we even wound up in a fountain! I did bridal portraits with her a month before my wedding and it gave me so much peace of mind to know what to expect for the wedding day and to see how everything photographed. At our wedding, Kyrsten made quick work of getting through our large families while keeping the peace amid the chaos. We are obsessed with our engagement photos and my bridal portraits and are anxiously awaiting our wedding photos! I can not recommend Kyrsten enough - but make sure you book her early, she books up fast! Her personality is infectious and her tips and tricks for creating natural smiles and laughter are the funniest!
The F., 3 years ago
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Ziggy Shoots 

5.0

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

I, Zig Metzler, do solemnly swear to bring integrity and enthusiasm to your celebration. I promise to document you & your day with compassion, humor, and heart. — But what’s that?? You’re a road dog, you say? Getting married in a National Park? An abandoned mall? A remote mountain top chapel where Bear Grylls officiates? Bring it on! Whether your wedding is in your grandma’s backyard, a swanky hotel, or a canyon in Big Bend I’m there to create photographs that feel like classic *you*. It’s exciting to get to make images of such a special time in your lives— I want to help preserve those moments, and create something personal that endures.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot say enough good things about Ziggy. Not only is she an amazing photographer who takes beautiful and emotional images - she’s one of the best people to be around. You will spend most of your wedding day with your partner and your photographer - probably more time than you’ll spend with your parents or best friends on that day. Ziggy is the most fun, warm, caring person to be around and will make your day a blast. She’ll make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and when you look at the images afterward you’ll notice that she captured not only the people and events of that day but the FEELING it held for you and everyone who was there. She is also radically inclusive and very capable of working with LGBTQ+ families and multicultural families. I have worked with Ziggy on multiple occasions and every time I come back to her images I am blown away by the care, thoughtfulness, and artfulness she pours into them. Book her IMMEDIATELY.
Justine Broughal, 4 years ago
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Mary Kate Photography 

5.0

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

Hi, I'm Mary Kate, a wedding photographer based in DC, dedicated to capturing the love and emotion of your special day. With a love for storytelling, I create timeless images that couples will cherish forever. My approach focuses on making you feel comfortable and at ease, ensuring that your wedding day is as stress-free and enjoyable as possible. My goal is to document your wedding in a way that reflects your personality and love story, creating a visual narrative that you'll treasure for years to come.

I can’t say enough good things about Mary Kate! She did both my engagement and wedding day photos. We booked her when she was somewhat new to shooting weddings, but you never would have known because she’s a pro! My pictures are so beautiful they brought me to tears. She’s so easy to work with and makes the whole process a breeze. She comes with her own ideas but also gives you the opportunity to share your own on what kind of pictures you want. I highly recommend!
Courtney & A., 2 years ago
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Sea and Ink 

5.0

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

Every person has their own beauty and truth. I see it, understand it, then reveal it through my portraits. I search for the play of light and shadow to carve the image and tell the story of the day... your day... Your story.

SeaInk is our favorite photographer to work with! Hash is amazingly talented, and we always are eager for a photo gallery from a wedding with him. He is sure to capture all of the floral details that can sometimes be overlooked, and is so valuable for us, as florists to have. The experience in advance of working with him is also seamless. As a vendor, we are happy to see their photo timeline in advance of the day, and when working a styled shoot with him, the moodboards are dreamy, and executed exactly as we hoped for! The most valuable thing to see, is the true-to-life tones in the final imagery that are edited in an elevated way -- our favorite wedding photos are always from SeaInk.
FLOAT Flora, a year ago
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Megan Freeman Photo + Video 

5.0

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

I’m a New York raised / Alaska braised 5’0″ multi-passionate, photographer and filmmaker – I can appreciate the grit of a city, but I also have a small-town heart. I’m layers of hard work, deep empathy, and a Roseanne cackle-laugh. I’m all about having my cake, eating it too, and sharing some with you. I believe in celebrating family & friends, NY pizza, actin’ a fool, editing my photos to candid perfection (mostly this), and skipping the small talk.

Awarded Best of Zola
Megan is an absolute pleasure to work with!! I'm always excited to work with her because I know that the process will be seamless and her quality of work is like no others! And not only is she super talented, but a joy to be around!!
Madison, 3 years ago
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Alyssa Leicht 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,700
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM 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, 3 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Santa Cruz, NM

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

A Santa Cruz, NM wedding photographer ranges from $500 to $7,000 and averages at $2,500. 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?

96% of photographers in Santa Cruz, NM 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, NM?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Imagesxpert Media, 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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