The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Margarita, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Margarita, CA

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974 Wedding Photographers in Santa Margarita, CA

B Erkmen Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Located in SF. As a Photographer; I'm a storyteller. My imagery captures a harmony of raw emotion, authentic evanescent moments, and curated artistry. I believe in camaraderie with my couples to create beautiful memories, love stories shared over wine & a fire-pit and giving back with each wedding I book. I champion for kindness and giving back. My couples echo this right back. They are stylish, authentic and plan amazing details but also know how to pop the champagne and head to the dance floor.

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It was my lucky day the day I met the Animus Art team at a bridal expo and won their free engagement photo shoot. When my (now) husband and I met with them over coffee (the way to their hearts, I found later) to talk about the shoot, I hadn't intended on choosing our wedding photographer then. We ended up loving their work so much...but more importantly, we fell in love with them as people. They have such a passion for what they do and for the people they work with, and it shows through in every conversation, every laugh, and every photo. My husband and I stayed after they left to discuss it, and we decided that day to choose them. We had lofty goals for our engagement shoot. We wanted to do a Pixar-inspired theme. I'm a perfectionist and had a vision of what I wanted. What we got was so much more. For our wedding photos...they captured moments I didn't know I needed. Some of my favorite shots are candid photos only their eyes would have seen. And once we found out we were pregnant, we immediately turned to them to not only help us capture the maternity and newborn moments, but the birth process as well. That's how close we've become with Pedro and Burcu...they were the only people we trusted to be in the room the moment our first child was born. The photographs are more than I could have hoped for, and looking at them brings tears to my eyes. They were able to capture so many emotions, and those photos are a gift I'll never be able to repay. I can't recommend them enough, and there aren't words for how much their dedication to those precious moments in our lives means to me. I can't imagine a special occasion without them...not only as photographers, but now as friends.
Judith & D., 4 years ago
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Pluvia Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Pluvia Studios is a wedding photography and videography company that is passionate about strong story-telling. We extract the best elements for our couples and curate an unforgettable viewing experience. Contact us directly to customize your desired wedding photo and/or video package.

Pluvia Studios was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, their communication was prompt and professional. Jaydee and his team were incredibly accommodating, even with our short notice request. On the day of the wedding, their attention to detail and ability to capture all the special moments was truly impressive. The final photos exceeded our expectations - a simple wedding ceremony looked truly extravagant thanks to their expert skills. Pluvia Studios provided an extra photographer to ensure no angle was missed, and even gave us an additional free hour of coverage. Jaydee was always just a phone call away, answering all our questions without delay. We are so grateful to Pluvia Studios for helping make our wedding day extra special.
Khristine C., 2 months ago
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Michelle Alexandra Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Michelle Alexandra is a wedding and editorial photographer based in Monterey, Ca and has traveled across the US to capture some of the most beautiful love stories and fashion editorials. Michelle is passionate about creating imagery that is authentic, emotional, and timeless. With a love for fashion and editorial imagery, Michelle has become know for her unique take on wedding photography. You can see it in her compositions, her use of lighting and the way she captures her subjects. Her work has been published in magazines such as People, Marie Claire, Elle, Dare Magazine and most recently Harper's Bazaar.

Our shared passion for fashion and art not only bonded us but also made working with Michelle Alexandra an incredibly inspiring experience. From our very first conversation, it was evident that Michelle's creative vision and aesthetic sensibilities resonated deeply with our own. Michelle's appreciation for art and fashion extended far beyond the realm of photography. She understood the importance of style, composition, and visual storytelling in capturing the essence of our wedding day. We found ourselves engrossed in conversations about design, color palettes, and iconic fashion moments, drawing inspiration from each other's perspectives and ideas. It was this shared enthusiasm for the intersection of art and fashion that fueled our collaboration and infused every aspect of the photography process with creativity and innovation. Michelle's keen eye for detail and her ability to blend contemporary trends with timeless elegance added an extra layer of sophistication to our wedding photographs, elevating them from mere documentation to works of art in their own right. Moreover, our shared passion for fashion and art created a sense of camaraderie and mutual understanding that transcended the client-photographer relationship. It felt like we were co-conspirators in a creative endeavor, each contributing our unique insights and inspirations to craft images that were truly extraordinary. In the end, it was Michelle's unwavering commitment to her craft and her genuine appreciation for beauty and artistry that set her apart as a photographer. Her ability to seamlessly integrate our shared passion for fashion and art into the fabric of our wedding photography experience made the entire journey not just memorable but truly magical. We are forever grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with such a talented and inspiring artist, and we cannot recommend Michelle Alexandra highly enough to anyone seeking a photographer who not only captures moments but also creates timeless works of art.
Chayce, 8 months ago
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Taylor Marie Parker 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Hiiii, I’m Taylor! Wife to my best friend, Golden Retriever mom to our Beckham, and outdoor enthusiast. My business was created purely out of passion. I’ve always had a love for photography, art and design. I first picked up a camera in 2009 during a high school film class and haven’t stopped shooting since. My photography is inspired by nature’s beauty and life’s beautiful details. I have an infatuation with natural light, details & beautiful scenery. I strive to create light-filled, romantic & timeless imagery, from capturing all the small details to the raw emotional moments. This is my dream job and I’m thankful for it every day.

I honestly cannot thank Taylor enough. As a "COVID bride" many things about our wedding did not go as planned and there were plenty of emotions that came with that. However, when I received my GORGEOUS photos from Taylor, it meant the world to me to have something beautiful, over the top, and PERFECT during a time when so many things have taken unexpected turns. She was so professional on the day of, fast, knew all the "good angles", and made us feel so comfortable! I cannot say enough about her. Not to mention so flexible with the fast-paced change of plans leading up to the wedding day. I would highly recommend her to anyone!
Olivia, 4 years ago
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Rob James Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Rob James is a Creative Wedding Photographer based in Colchester, Essex, available across the UK, Europe & Worldwide. Specialising in crafting elegant visual narratives for local and global celebrations with a vision to capture the essence of your special day through the medium of storytelling. At the heart of this approach lies the strong belief that your wedding is not just an event; it’s the culmination of your lives so far both with and without each other. It’s the intricacies of who you are, your hopes, your fears and your dreams that intertwine to create a narrative like no other

Highly recommended Rob for your wedding. He helps make everything as stress-free as possible. From the initial Zoom call to coordinating on the day, Rob was always on hand to reassure you. Rob worked incredibly hard over a 12 hour day with multiple locations including the hotel in the morning and some very busy streets in Soho. He made sure we got all the family and group photos as well as the more candid moments we wanted throughout the day. Rob is not only a fantastic photographer who can translate your vision into reality but someone you can feel instantly comfortable around. Great for a couple who don't like their pictures being taken!
Jessica + F., 2 months ago
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Hearts And Arrow Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Hi, We are Natalie and Eric Hundley! Our goal is to not only capture fantastic photos for you but to create a fun and memorable experience. We will guide you through our time together, in the easiest, and most stress-free way as possible. We love to spark natural reactions and emotions and that’s why we try to capture you in the most natural and relaxed environments. We are definitely not shy to traveling our beautiful Nation with you. We love seeing all the beauty it has to offer! We look forward to working with all of you and to build lasting relationships with your families.

We absolutely love Natalie and Eric! They were able to understand our vision. And so understandable when we made last minute changes. We absolutely love all of our wedding pictures. They are our photographers for life!!!!
Whitney and D., 4 years ago
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Vladislava F. Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

ABOUT US... We are Vladislava & Peter, a husband and wife team who love everything photo, film & love. Serving Philadelphia area, east coast and all the way to the golden coast, capturing your defining moments and the moments you would otherwise forget. The intimate, the laughable, & the achingly raw. You want photographs that are a story told beautifully, those that do a moment justice. We are dedicated to capture your one of a kind, carefully curated love. This is your soul crafted story, let us tell it for you.

Vladislava was easy to work with while planning our wedding and the day of! She helped make us comfortable while posing and the photos turned out beautifully. So happy to have worked with her!
Adriana O., 2 years ago
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Eclectic Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Hi, lovers! 🤟🏽✨ Eclectic Photography has specialized in weddings and elopements for the past 3 years. I am a hybrid photographer combining the digital and analog (35mm film) formats to bring you a unique, timeless feel of your dream wedding day. We believe preserving memories in a way that reminds you of how your wedding day felt as well as staying true to the color of the details that made it YOU. We are based in Denver, Colorado ready to travel to wherever your love may take you. Send me an inquiry to book your consultation so we can bring your vision to a reality 🥂

We had the pleasure of working with Yulisa as the coordinator for a recent wedding, and she was fantastic! Yulisa is incredibly sweet and so much fun to work with. Both the couple and guests had a wonderful time during the portrait sessions. Her creativity with ideas is impressive, and it shows in every shot. Yulisa’s team is amazing, and their communication was top-notch throughout the entire process. Highly recommend Yulisa for capturing your special moments!
Maho Comer , 4 months ago
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Augusta Ottillia Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

My passion for photography was built on nostalgia. From a young age, I loved opening of the old holiday popcorn tins full of generations of family photos that my mom kept in the hallway closet. It felt magical to pull out old memories and hear my mom recall the story behind a photo. Now, I love to capture these special memories for my clients to pass down to the next generation. My job is to encourage and direct you so you feel comfortable and confident while taking photos, capturing each unique story in a creative and authentic way. I do this by creating a space for us to truly get to know each other and be ourselves.

If you are reading this review in search of a wedding photographer, you can stop the search now, because Augusta is who you want! Augusta is so talented, so easy to connect with, and takes the time to truly understand what you and your partner are hoping to capture. On our actual wedding day, there were many times we were running behind schedule, and Augusta quickly adapted and still managed to capture more than we ever hoped for, or expected. More than that, I'm not sure how many weddings Augusta has worked, but she makes you feel like the most important and special person, is so attentive, has such a calming yet commanding presence (exactly what you need, but didn't know you needed until the day is actually unfolding), and makes you feel like you've been lifelong friends. She's extremely professional, great with communication, and if I had 15 weddings, I'd want her for all 15 of them.
Amanda & E., a month ago
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Kayla Snell Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Hi, I’m Kayla! I moved to Austin in 2013 to pursue my career as a graphic designer (and eat all the tacos/pet all the dogs). While working as a designer at an Austin start-up, I directed and photographed marketing campaigns for the brand’s clothing line. During this time, I realized I was happiest when I was connecting and shooting with people. I transitioned to wedding photography after a childhood friend asked me to document her wedding in 2014. I was immediately drawn to the energy, emotions, and connection that I witnessed at the wedding. After that, I decided to dive headfirst into becoming a wedding photographer and never looked back!

Kayla was the absolute perfect match for us. We had our engagement and wedding photos completed with her, and we were looking at many different photographers. However, I fell in love with her effortless mixture of posed and candid shots. The entire way through the process, Kayla reaches out and communicates with you and helps you choose your engagement outfits/where to get them done. She also helps you with your wedding timeline and asks for a must have photo list. She has great informative material she sends you to help you with all your choices. I thought our engagement photos went well, but whenever she sent them back to us, I WAS STUNNED. I absolutely love them. They are such great quality and I have them printed out all over our house. Kayla is SO easy to work with and so full of joy and encouragement. She tells you exactly how to pose. She makes the entire process so fun and exciting. I cannot recommend Kayla enough! For our wedding, we had so many setbacks through our entire weekend – that we were pushed to have a backyard wedding and it looks like nothing even went wrong. I LOVE her work and I LOVE our wedding pictures. I will treasure them forever, and I will be recommending her to everyone I can tell about her work. HIRE HER FOR ANY PICTURES – she will not disappoint! Thank you so much, Kayla!!
Jess & A., 4 years ago
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Betsy Newman Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Betsy is a lifestyle, wedding, and music photographer based in Los Angeles. She discovered photography as a creative outlet while studying theater at USC. Shortly after graduation, Betsy was hired as the tour photographer for Maroon 5 and documented 34 concerts across the country. Since then, Betsy has been on the road with One Direction, One Republic, Charlie Puth, and most recently Trevor Noah. Betsy's eye for candid moments and storytelling has led to photographing weddings around the world. She lives for documenting life and love through the lens. Betsy looks forward to hearing from you and bringing your vision to life!

I am writing this review wayyyy too late (over 2 years after my engagement photos were taken) and it has been eating me away inside because I need to give Betsy all the love and praise she deserves. Betsy photographed our engagement photos and would have done our wedding as well if she wasn’t already booked. As a wedding planner myself, I had worked with Betsy previously and she was always so fun, easy to work with and matched my energy on every level! She gets so excited when she knows she is ‘getting the shot’ that you can’t help but get excited too. I had a very specific vision for our engagement photos and she was 100% on board to make it happen. I love the photos so much and will treasure them forever as they document a very exciting time in our lives. I absolutely love working with Betsy and will definitely be booking her again in the future!
Aletha, 6 months ago
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Emily Lauren Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

More Reviews on Facebook & Google ✨ Emily Lauren is a Virginia Wedding Photographer based in Abingdon, Virginia. Her style is described as adventurous, romantic, and fairytale inspired. She primarily serves Southwest Virginia, Northeast Tennessee, and Northwestern North Carolina, along with the USA & destinations worldwide. She specializes in Weddings & Elopements, Lifestyle, Family, Engagement, Portrait, Styled, Senior, and Boudoir Sessions."

Emily is a one of a kind photographer in so many unique ways from behind the camera to innovative pose ideas and picture locations. You may rest assured knowing your in the safe capable hands of a photographic professional with Emily at the helm, leading you to scenic destinations and capturing the irreplaceable images you may appreciate for a lifetime to come. Aside from a photography expert, she is more than fun to be around and pleasure to work with. From out door scenes to boudoir pin ups Emily is able to capture those creative moments you didn’t even know you were capable of. I’ve had the privilege of working with some incredibly talented photographers and Emily’s work remains some of my favorite. You’ll hire her as a photographer and gain a friend. She is certainly recommended by my company and will remain to be for as long as she’s willing to keep a camera in her hands!
Magic Wish Productions, 3 years ago
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Sergey Green Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Sergey Green is a premier photo and video production company dedicated to capturing life's most precious moments with elegance and creativity. Our experienced team of 10 professionals is passionate about telling your unique story through stunning visuals. As the lead photographer, Sergey Green personally oversees most of the weddings, ensuring a personalized touch and exceptional quality. To learn more about us and our services, please visit our website.

We recently had the pleasure of working with an incredible wedding photographer, Sergey, and his team, and we couldn't be happier with the results! From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of exceptional. Sergey and his team consisted of four talented professionals, and they worked seamlessly together to capture every special moment of our wedding day. Their coordination and attention to detail were impressive, ensuring that no important moment was missed. The photos and video we received were simply amazing. The quality, creativity, and artistry in each shot truly exceeded our expectations. They managed to capture not only the beauty of the day but also the emotions and joy that we felt. Every time we look at our wedding album and video, we're transported back to those unforgettable moments. What stood out the most was their ability to make us feel comfortable and at ease throughout the entire process. They were friendly, approachable, and genuinely passionate about their work, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Overall, we couldn't have asked for a better team to document our wedding day. We highly recommend Sergey and his team to anyone looking for a wedding photographer who delivers nothing but the best. Our experience was a solid 5 stars, and we are incredibly grateful for their outstanding work. Thank you, Sergey, for making our special day even more memorable with your incredible talent!
Welile Z., 5 months ago
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Alyssa Walker Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Located in Los Angeles, California, Alyssa Walker Photography is an accomplished wedding photography business. They specialize in numerous photographic styles to produce striking images but specialize in the candid photojournalist style. No matter the activity, photographer Alyssa Walker will highlight every moment from your walk down the aisle, to the minute you say "I do," to the fun & candid dancing shots during your celebration. Owner Alyssa Walker firmly believes that love is inclusive and no one should be denied the right to marry the one they love. Inclusivity and love are interchangeable.

Alyssa was an absolute joy to work with. She understood exactly what we were looking for with our photos and offered suggestions if we got a bit camera shy. Not only that but she was extremely punctual, informative, and knew exactly where she needed to be at all times. My husband and I would recommend her to anyone in SoCal who is planning on getting married, she was spectacular!
Reanna C., a year ago
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Maya Rose Weddings 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

With a passion for weddings, and an unbridled love for dance floors, I will be right by your side to make sure your day is captured perfectly for you to look back on for the rest of your lives. Specializing in weddings, elopements, and couples' sessions, I'm ready to document your day, authentically.

Maya was an amazing photographer who brought our wedding to life. Aside from being incredibly talented at capturing a perfect day, she was also lovely to work with. She made us feel so comfortable the entire time, it felt like she was an old friend i've known for years. She allowed us to be ourselves, giving us no pressure whatsoever. When I got my wedding photos from her, I was instantly in love. I’d hire her again and again!
Alexandra and C., 8 months ago
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Francesca Maria Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Based in Los Angeles and available for worldwide travel, Francesca specializes in capturing love and elevating your special moments. With over a decade of photography experience, a professional background in the entertainment industry and a degree in filmmaking from the USC School of Cinematic Arts, Francesca seamlessly blends artistic storytelling with technical expertise. Using a naturalistic approach to photography, Francesca documents your genuine moments in an elevated way to effortlessly tell your story.

Francesca did an engagement photo shoot for my fiancé and me, and we had the absolute best time with her! She chose a gorgeous location and made us feel super comfortable throughout the shoot. We are very happy with how the photos turned out and would not hesitate to work with Francesca again! She also accelerated her normal turnaround time so that the photos would be ready in time for our save the dates. She's AMAZING!!!
Kate + D., a year ago
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Kendall Aubrey 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

[ I do not respond to inquiries here. Please submit an inquiry on my website. ] You can expect sun, sand, and redwoods. Documenting memories for the happiest, wildest, can't-stop-smiling kind of love in California and beyond. For souls who seek to feel the ocean's breeze, are not afraid to get a little messy, souls who want to dance with the wind in their hair, and celebrate memories in the making. Let's adventure together!

Kendall was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding photography. Her communication style is quick, thorough, kind and friendly, which put us at ease through the entire process. The quality of Kendall's work is excellent and impressive - we feel we got great value for beautiful photos that captured the essence of our special day. Kendall made us and our guests feel so comfortable from start to finish. She arrived early to scout locations and stayed late into the evening to get candid shots of the dance floor. We highly recommend Kendall Aubrey Photography for your wedding or special event!
Arden K., 4 months ago
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Andrea Stewart Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Welcome. A people-person at heart, I know just how to make you feel at ease on your wedding day - whether that be a soothing pep talk, a wild champagne spray, or stealing you away for sunset photo magic during your reception, I've got your back.

Andrea was an absolute joy to work with on our wedding day. From our very first interaction, Andrea was warm, kind, and genuinely excited to capture our special day. Her communication style was direct yet upbeat, putting us at ease and making us feel comfortable in front of the camera. The quality of her work was truly exceptional - she has an incredible eye for detail and a photojournalistic approach that allowed them to capture all the little moments that made our wedding day so unique and memorable. Andrea went above and beyond, working tirelessly to create images that we will cherish forever. We cannot recommend Andrea Stewart Photography highly enough to any couple looking for a talented, positive, and genuine photography team to document their wedding.
Kayla, 7 days ago
Ambrocio Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Connect Directly ambrociophoto . com or INSTA at joseambrociophoto Welcome! I’m Jose, a Southern California wedding & portrait photographer. It's about more than hiring someone to hold a camera and snap a few pics. Wedding photography is about carefully crafting and capturing the moments of your big day in a way that beautifully tells the story of your love. Our images have been described as candid, emotional, moody romantic, airy and timeless. My photography evokes feelings of genuine love & affection and strive to capture such moments throughout the day so that you both can remember all the little details.

Jose is such a pleasure to work with and his work is STUNNING! He has such a calm & positive energy, which is always appreciated on a wedding day. On top of that, he's highly skilled at both photo AND video. He's attentive to the details and is diligent about capturing the range of unique & personal touches. That being said, he's also fantastic at capturing those candid & special moments that we all hope to see. His technical skills are top-notch and his work is absolutely gorgeous. He really is a gem of a person, a photographer, and a videographer. Highly recommend!!!
Sam Turchin, 3 years ago
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Luxium Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,589
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

We understand there's a lot to plan for your wedding which is why we simplify things for you. We are a photography and videography team whose passion is to creatively retell your big day through beautiful photos and videos. With over a decade of combined experience, you can rest assured knowing that your wedding day will be beautifully preserved.

Matt is great to work with and the quality of his work is unmatched. He has a keen eye for capturing what matters most and takes high quality well-composed photos. He offers photography and video recording (as well as arial footage). He really is a one-stop shop. If you have an important event where you need a photographer/videographer, contact Matt with Luxium Weddings. You will be glad you did.
Micah and J., 2 years ago
Simply Adri Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,400
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

I’m a California wedding + lifestyle photographer, and lover of natural light. You can describe my work as bright, romantic and timeless. I am passionate about documenting your love story! A story that is worth telling and is unique, special, and full of love.

Adri was our wedding photographer for our September 2023 wedding and we have nothing but amazing things to say about her! From the very first inquiry meeting to the engagement shoot, Adri has been such a pleasure to work with. Her easy going, fun, and sweet personality makes it so easy to pose in front of the lenses. My husband and I love the natural lighting style when it comes to our photos and that’s exactly what we got with Adri. Even her detail shots and B&W film leaves us in awe! On the wedding day, Adri and Stephen were amazing! They made posing for photos so easy and our family and wedding party loved them. Adri even had fun suggestions during our wedding party group shots. Adri was also very organized when it came to our family photos right after the ceremony. It made everything go by so smoothly! Also Adri is super quick with her photo turnaround time! For the wedding, we got our sneak peeks 2 days after. They’re so beautiful, I catch myself looking at them every night! We really enjoyed our time with them and will consider hiring Adri for other future family photo shoots!
Cindy L., a year ago
Courtney Lynn Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

I' m Courtney, a photographer based in Salt Lake City Utah where I live with my husband and English bulldog, Winston. I began photographing at the age of 10 years old when I picked up my first pink camera from toys r us. I did little photoshoots with the neighbor kids and boy has that been one of the best decisions yet. ​ I have been a professional photographer for 5 years. Capturing love, couples, self-love sessions, and so many incredible stories. Photography is the gift that keeps on giving. I have made the deepest connections and friendships, and been blessed with the opportunity to story tell and create art full-time.

Courtney did our engagements and our wedding day and it was beyond anything we could have hoped for! She was so intentional about making sure we were a right fit and we fell in love the moment we met her! She made us feel so comfortable and she was incredibly efficient! She made sure to capture every moment that was so important to us and we know that every photo will be magical. She coached us, cheered us on, and is a wonderful friend. If you want to feel like the only couple in the world, you should book her! Her photos really are absolutely priceless.
Kayela B., a year ago
Henington Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

We're Jay and Larissa, partners, parents, and documentary wedding photographers based in Chicago and capturing weddings around the world. We've photographed love stories from Mexico to the Rocky Mountains and beyond. We've also been ranked among the world's best wedding photographers, but what matters most to us is what our couples think. Our goal is to blow your mind with photos that make your mother-in-law cry and your best friends say "holy shit!" If you want wedding photos that aren't just wedding photos, you're in the right place.

Holy sh**. Excuse my language, but It is needed to make sure that those of you reading this understand how sincerly amazing Jay and Larissa are. We have used them to photograph us personally as a couple and have used them for a wedding of family friends; and newborn pictures of my Niece, Harper. Each and every experience and photo shoot and email and text and phone call with them has been perfectly professional, fun, and reasonable. The prices are great, the people are great- and the photos are freakin perfect. Unique and fun and different- but also traditional for those seeking that. Jay and Larrisa are an amazing couple and they take seriously great photos. We will be using them for the next niece who is soon to arrive, and for engagement and wedding photos in the upcoming years. PLEASE give them a call today- they are the best!!!!!
Ali & H., 4 years ago
ROCHELLE WILHELMS PHOTOGRAPHY 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

I am a wedding & portrait photographer who is attracted to all things natural and elegant. I believe every person should have an amazing portrait of themselves. Whether it is on your wedding day or a commissioned portrait in my studio, It is my mission to create the most beautiful images you have ever seen of yourself and your loved ones. I'm here to come along side you and/or your planner to capture the best version of you. In both Portraits and wedding photography, my style is cinematic, romantic, timeless and authentic.

Rochelle Wilhelms Photography is the BEST engagement/wedding photographer in Northern California and beyond! We had our engagement and wedding photos taken by Rochelle and the process was so smooth from start to finish. She made us feel comfortable right away and like we could be ourselves. She captured so many beautiful moments and made our love story come off the page in every photo! Her attention to detail and creative eye are truly gifts, and we received our photos back extremely fast and organized all on our own personalized digital wedding album. Book Rochelle Wilhelms Photography for your big day, you won't be disappointed!
Ben & L., 4 years ago
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Brooke Beasley Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,200
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

I'm a San Francisco bay area based wedding photographer. However, I am available for travel anywhere! Passport is ready and willing! Truth: I am slightly obsessed with all things girly, and anything that sparkles. Ok, well, maybe it's not slightly, more like severely. I think it's because I live in a house full of boys; I have an amazing hubby and 3 little men. Shooting weddings and seeing people on their amazing day is my happy place. When I'm shooting your wedding I want it to be so fun and relaxed that you are able to enjoy the process.

Brooke and Laurel photographed our wedding in November 2023 at Casa Real in Pleasanton, CA. We started at 10am and ended around 9pm (a long day!!). Brooke was extremely communicative and detailed oriented through the entire planning process. On the wedding day, Brooke and Laurel were awesome the entire time, guiding us through lighting, poses, and making sure everything was captured. They were also extremely nice, and it was so much fun to work with them. Highly recommend!!
Victor C., a year ago
Diane Bagaoisan Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,950
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Right after graduating from CSU Sacramento in 2012 (with a BA in Photography, might I add!), I did photography as a side-hustle while working a couple of various jobs: part-time as a Summer camp counselor and full-time at a medical device company. After getting married in 2016, I moved to Modesto with my husband since he was working there at the time. Because of the move, I had to leave my jobs in the East Bay. I took this move to the Central Valley as a sign that I should do photography full-time. So, since 2017, I've been a full-time wedding photographer. We are now in beautiful Sonoma County!

Oh geez, I don't know where to start with how much I loved working with Diane! We originally worked with her for our engagement shoot, and from the beginning she was responsive and all of her communication was detailed and transparent. She put so much time into getting to know my partner and I so that she could capture us in a genuine manner, and also so that she could help us feel as comfortable as possible taking photos (it was our first time taking photos professionally, and neither of us is super comfortable in front of a camera). Taking the photos was so much fun, and her final product captured that so incredibly well. We were OBSESSED with the photos. Her Instagram really captured her skill and artistry because we saw them in our final products, too. Working with her for our wedding was such a clear choice! In the process of preparing for the wedding, she again collected so many details from us to make sure she understood what kinds of photos we wanted, and her timeline for the day ran perfectly! We got every shot we wanted, and she checked in along the way to also get any photos we hadn't thought about leading up to the wedding. She is an absolute PRO!!! Not only that, but she brought so much joy, light, and fun to the day. Our guests loved her too!! I heard so much from them after the fact about how they felt like she was somehow everywhere all at once, not a moment to be missed!! The wedding JUST happened, and we already have LOTS of sneak peeks that look incredible. We absolutely loved working with Diane, and seriously cannot recommend her more highly. She is an absolute joy and gem, and we will absolutely be working with her in the future for any special occasions we want help capturing. THANK YOU DIANE!!
Melanie C., a month ago
JeLau Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Santa Margarita, CA

Hi, I'm Jenn Petty. I'm a wedding photographer based in Monterey, California and I travel worldwide capturing all people's love stories. I believe in equality, representation, and being kind to everyone. I believe in promoting self-love, confidence, body-neutrality, and general badassery into each of my clients. You don't need to always love your body or the way you look because that's just not realistic. But you shouldn't let it hold you back from enjoying life because you're so amazing and so so much more than your weight

After we took our engagement photos with Jenn I knew it was a match made in heaven…. She was such a professional and made us both feel very at ease. We aren’t huge on posing for pictures for hours, but Jenn and her team made it super fun and relaxed! She gave us plenty of tips and direction on how to pose, but also allowed us to have some really genuine moments that were captured absolutely perfectly!! After working with her for our engagement session, I felt so at ease leading up to the wedding knowing she was going to capture everything I wanted (plus more!!). She truly made my wedding day run so smoothly, it wouldn’t have been nearly as relaxing and stress free if it weren’t for her. From helping with timelines, to making adjustments for a rainy morning…and stepping in literally wherever she was needed, I truly felt like she had my back! Jenn and her team (shout out JoJo and Leslie - y’all are the best!) are truly amazing and I would recommend them to anyone and everyone!!
Jessie, a year ago

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About wedding photographers in Santa Margarita, CA

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

A Santa Margarita, CA wedding photographer ranges from $200 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 Margarita, 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 Margarita, 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?

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