The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Maria, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Maria, CA

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in Santa Maria, CA

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Kansla Photography 

5.0

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

I'm not here for insta-worthy moments. I'm going to capture the wind in your hair and sand on your feet. I will photograph you dancing in the pouring rain and laughing at the cake you just smashed in your partner's face. Life is messy and beautiful, joyful and sentimental. I don't believe in perfection, but I do believe in perfect for you.

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Kansla Photography (Natalie) was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the start, her communication was fast, flexible, and highly effective, making the planning process a breeze. The quality of her work was exceptional - they captured the day with a confident, special touch that left us feeling so grateful. Natalie went above and beyond to help coordinate our small wedding party right before the ceremony, and she was incredibly patient and kind with both sides of our somewhat chaotic family members and groups! Throughout the entire planning process, Natalie was a true partner, listening to our needs and making sure my fiance and I were the top priority. We couldn't recommend her more highly for any couple looking for a talented, personable photography team to bring their wedding vision to life. Lastly, Natalie has extremely competitive prices for the wedding industry. Not only did she travel across the entire country for our big day, her travel pricing was more competitive than anyone I could find locally in Seattle and the quality of her work was even higher than the local options I found.
Camie O., 2 months ago
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Gartsueva Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA for additional fees

I`m Anna, based in Reno, NV and I would love to travel to you! Instead of bragging about how amazing I am as a photographer and how long I've been clicking that button, I'll let my work do the talking! Let's skip that part and get to know each other on a more personal level. I like psychology, animals, people, traveling, and unleashing my creativity. Oh, and I absolutely love capturing people just being themselves and showing their love for each other in every possible way. I just LOVE love. It may sound cliché, but there's something magical about freezing those one-of-a-kind moments with my camera that keeps me going.

Awarded Best of Zola
Anna and I chatted via Zoom and text, and I was impressed by Gartsueva Photography's communication style. Their work was excellent - they captured all the important shots, with a whimsical, couple-focused style. Anna spent time learning what we were looking for and made great suggestions. She also interacted wonderfully with our guests, ensuring we got all the images we really wanted. I highly recommend Gartsueva Photography for your wedding day.
Ann V., 3 months ago
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The Burrow: Wedding & Portrait Photography 

5.0

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

At The Burrow, we are more than just wedding photographers; we are artistic storytellers capturing the essence of your special day. With over 13 years of experience, we blend candid, documentary, and posed photography to reflect your unique love story. Our meticulous editing highlights vibrant colors and rich tones, preserving the authentic atmosphere of your celebration. Rain or shine, we’re equipped to handle any condition. From intimate elopements to grand affairs, our tailored packages ensure your wedding day is beautifully documented, making your memories feel real and true to you. We are serving both in PNW and DFW areas, no travel fees

We have been lucky to work with Kristi and Tanner multiple times for portraits, and when it came time to decide who would photograph our wedding there couldn’t have been an easier choice. They don’t just take photos- they create art. We are truly blown away each time we receive a gallery from them- their attention to the little details and the framing of romantic and poetic shots is stunning. Kristi gives great direction and helps make you feel comfortable in front of the camera as well if you aren’t sure how to pose. They take the time to understand your vibe and what you’re looking for, and deliver a product that perfectly captures your day and how you want to remember it. I can’t recommend The Burrow enough!
Danielle, 7 months ago
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White Desert Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA for additional fees

Hi, I'm Victoria! I have the amazing job of photographing people in love. I'm currently based in Flagstaff, Arizona, and have traveled all my life. I consider myself a true southwest girl. The deserts draw me in & the western sunsets steal my heart. I love being outdoors and seeing a bride and groom in these stunning landscapes steals my breath away. Let's feel the wind in our hair and do some killer dance moves in the desert. I can't wait to meet you and get to know your story! The best way to contact me is through my website, and it takes less than 1 min to reach us!

I have nothing but great things to say about Victoria and the White Desert Photography group. Besides her incredible talent, Victoria is also such a pleasure to work with. She made us feel completely at ease during our engagement shoot and made the wedding photos a breeze. Highly recommend working with White Desert if you’re looking for some insane nature shots! We’ve received so many comments about how our photos look like something out of a bridal magazine! Such a great experience and will continue to recommend Victoria to everyone we know!
Mekenna M., 8 months ago
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B Turner Photography 

5.0

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

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

Misty Acres Flower Farm and Floral design hosted a professional networking event with wedding professionals. We loved the moody photos and excellent use of lighting that B Turner Photography used to showcase our floral designs and unique farm elements at our Spring Photo Shoot and Networking event. We look forward to working with brides to bring their vision to life with florals and photography working with this talented photographer!!
Misty Acres F., a month ago
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Purelyjoyous Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,450
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA for additional fees

I’ve always loved photography. Yet, it wasn’t until 2008 when I began to travel internationally for work that decided to bring my Nikon D750. I was amazed when I returned home with the images to experience the magic I captured through my lens. My passion for photography was launched on the streets of Madrid, Rome, Amsterdam and Istanbul. While travel photography captivated me for several years, wedding and family photography snuck in and stole my heart. Swimming deeply in God’s grace, I believe my purpose with my talent is simple. Share love, one image at a time.

Awarded Best of Zola
Joy is a fabulous photographer! I felt so comfortable and at ease while she was taking my wedding photos. She captured everything I wanted on my special day and much more! Highly highly recommend!!!!!
Kindal S., 3 years ago
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OurWeddingPhotoVideo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,495
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA for additional fees

We do Photo+Video Teams primarily - see more team samples on our "Videographers" page on Zola! I love "storytelling" in shooting and creative editing - creating not just a photo/video record, but adding sparkle, brightness and engaging polish to edits, design elements, fx and dialog/music mixing to build a more grand and exciting "mood" and story. It's great being part of "The Best Day Ever!" for most couples, along with learning and exploring new events, supporting my client's excitement and creativity and energy ;)

Awarded Best of Zola
Jeff and all the Photo/Video Guys/Gals Teams at OurWeddingPhotoVideo.com are great storytellers and creatives! Jeff and our crew went the extra mile, both in documenting the day and event and weaving together such great engaging photo and video memories - full of laughs and tears for their families and friends! Loved the images, prints, galleries and films, and such quick turnaround! Two thumbs up! Be sure to "Get the Team!" - Monica and Caio
Monica, 3 years ago
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AR Treasures Photography 

5.0

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

Hi :) I have a background in social work so am used to walking into all kinds of situations and interacting with all sorts of people. I now have my dream job as a wedding photographer where I get to capture people's very best moments!!! Not only do I love capturing those candid moments but I also enjoy guiding loved ones through interacting together to come up with more natural moments to capture actual good times! To help the day run as smoothly as possible we also send out a wedding photography survey going over times and shot details to make sure we are on the same page ahead of time, with wanted poses on this list as well.

Awarded Best of Zola
Where do I begin... AR Treasures was so professional and did an amazing job capturing our elopement. She went above and beyond with details and got pictures back to us the next day! I would definitely recommend her to everyone and can't wait to call her again for another special moment in our lives. Thanks again!
Shawnta, 3 years ago
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DeGroot Film Co. 

5.0

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

WE ARE KATIE & DEVIN. We're in love & we shoot other people in love. It's hard to call just one place home. We're born and raised in Wisconsin, but there are pieces of our hearts in both Colorado and California, the two places where we have traveled the most together. We specialize in couples who are madly in love and who have a sense of humor. We prefer to tell your story, rather than make another generic love story. We want to capture raw emotions. We want you to giggle and we want you to dance.

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I would hire Degroot Film again and again. We had such a great experience with Katie & Devin for our wedding. They were responsive, had fair prices, and took the most beautiful photos. The quality of their work is top notch. I highly recommend Degroot Film for any type of photoshoot, but especially for weddings. You will not be disappointed!
Madison Kemnitz, a year ago
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Simple Joie Photography 

5.0

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

Based in the PNW, I'm a seasoned photographer with 17+ years crafting love stories through weddings and portraits. Originally from the Bay Area, I've transplanted my roots here but am still drawn back to California often. Photography is my enduring passion, evolving from a creative background in design. Clients cherish the candid moments I freeze in time and value my patience. What sets me apart is not just technical expertise but a personalized boutique experience, from choosing me as your photographer to saying "I do." Immerse yourself in the art of storytelling through my lens, turning your wedding day dreams into timeless memories.

We had booked another photographer whom we were no longer able to get in communication with closer to our wedding and but some luck found Joie who happened to be available on our wedding date! We were so lucky we found her when we did because Joie helped us tie up loose ends on our timeline and gave us ideas on best photo times and scenarios. We were also able to squeeze in a beautiful engagement session in San Francisco. We loved the city but Joie gave us some great insights on where to actually take the photos. On our wedding day, Joie was very thoughtful and made sure to take care of us all day long! We think its amazing that she was able to capture some of the candids that we wouldn't even have thought possible during our ceremony and reception and then gave us some absolutely dreamy sunset portraits! We can't thank Joie enough for the wonderful job that she did capturing our memories but more so than anything, treating us like we were friends and family and making the day feel so natural!
Cherri, 18 days ago
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Ella Truelove Photography 

5.0

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

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

Ella was such a pleasure to work with as our engagement and wedding photographer! She was extremely communicative/responsive, kind and warm and made us feel comfortable. Her pricing is reasonable and photos were delivered in a timely manner and are gorgeous! We couldn't recommend her enough!
Pamela T., 3 months ago
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The Iris Image 

5.0

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

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

Awarded Best of Zola
I had Cassie and Aurthur for both our welcome party and our wedding and they were truly amazing! They understood our vision and what we were looking for in the overall vibe of both events. We got our sneak peek in less than a week and I can’t wait to get our video and all our pictures back! I want to have another event just to hire them again:)
Hailey N., a year ago
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Rebecca Milam Photography 

5.0

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

Hi!! I am a momma, wife and full time wedding photographer! I absolutely love love and I am always beyond thankful to get to document your most special days! I am passionate about people and I work very hard to make sure every person I cross paths with feels loved, valued and I will always be the one to hype you up from behind the camera!

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My husband and I wanted to have a fun, easy wedding day and beautiful photos to commemorate all of the time with our loved ones. Rebecca was timely, communicative, kind, and well-humored. She rolled with the punches when our wedding party went rogue, and helped to make the most of the time we contracted her for. She was so fast with our photo sneak peeks, and we can’t wait to see more of the photos and get prints of them for our house! Do yourself a favor, hire Rebecca to help make your wedding feel chill and fun, and to take photos that feel genuine and lovely.
Hattie R., a year ago
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Pozan Productions 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA for additional fees

Pozan Productions began in Europe in 2008, capturing moments worldwide, and is now proudly based in Virginia. With a passion for storytelling and authentic beauty, we create timeless memories through photography. From destination weddings to local celebrations, we bring global experience to every event. Our full-service team includes a hair and makeup artist and a talented video crew, ensuring every detail is flawlessly captured. Pozan Productions is dedicated to making your special day unforgettable, delivering artistry and quality you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

Esra is amazing, she was recommended to me from a friend that used her for their wedding and events. I booked her for my engagement photos and fell in love! She is such a good and very professional. I ended up booking her for my wedding and my family photos for the last 3 years. I will continue to book her for all my photography needs!
Kimberry, 2 months ago
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Snapped Studios 

5.0

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

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

I could not recommend Snapped enough! Jill and Tom were so easy to work with. I was really nervous about being awkward during our pictures but they made everything so easy and comfortable. The pictures really fit the vibe of our wedding and they caught so many beautiful moments that made it easy to relive our special day. Their editing was gorgeous and were they were just so kind throughout the whole process.
Colleen and B., 5 years ago
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Rebecca y Las Otras 

5.0

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

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

Awarded Best of Zola
I showed my best friend some of Rebecca’s work when we were searching for photographers and she marveled that the folks in Rebecca’s photos “feel so much more like real people than other shoots like this.” That precisely captures Rebecca’s work + energy and confirmed our decision to work with her! We worked with Rebecca for our elopement ceremony and our tea ceremony and it was truly a special experience. Rebecca made an huge effort to know and support us as a couple before the event, which helped us trust that she would be there to capture all the right moments and then some! Our family and friends all loved her and we got many questions about how we knew her and if she was a friend of ours (she is now!); this really speaks to her kind, open, and genuine presence. She moved the event along while also treating everyone with respect and compassion. We already knew that her work was incredible and we couldn’t be happier with our own results. We cannot recommend Rebecca enough! You’ll get beautiful, soulful photos and the chance to have an amazing human in your life if you book her!
Mindy L., 3 years ago
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Southern & Grace Photography 

5.0

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

Hi! I'm Ashley, a traveling wedding photographer based in the DMV area. As a traveling wedding photographer, I'm always on the move, ready to embark on new adventures and document love in the most breathtaking locations. From adventorous elopements to grand celebrations in majestic venues, I thrive on capturing the unique essence of each couple's journey. I believe that photography is more than just taking photos; it's about freezing moments in time, preserving the raw emotions and genuine connections that make weddings so special. My goal is to craft a visual narrative that reflects your personalities, your love, and the beauty of your day.

We could not have asked for a better photographer for our wedding day!! From the moment we met, Ashley made us feel completely at ease, and throughout the entire process, she was both professional and personable. She listened to our thoughts and needs, and executed them beautifully!! The day of the wedding, she captured every special moment—both big and small—with such precision and artistry. Ashley didn’t just take pictures; she told the story of our day through her lens. Every time we look at our photos, we are transported back to that magical day, reliving the emotions, the laughter, and even the quiet, tender moments we might have missed in the hustle and bustle of it all. Oh and if you are also camera-nervous couple like us, don’t worry, Ashley gets your back!! Her attention to detail and ability made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera! We were both a little nervous about being photographed, but she had a way of guiding us through each shot in such a relaxed, natural way that we almost forgot we were posing. ;) The final images exceeded all of our expectations!! She perfectly balanced candid shots with more traditional portraits, and the lighting, composition, and timing were just flawless! We looked at our photos and we were both like “who are these stunning people??” We’ve received countless compliments on the photos, our families and friends are still raving about how beautiful and authentic the photos are, and we’ll treasure them for the rest of our lives!! We’re so grateful to have had Southern & Grace Photography as part of our wedding day—captured the essence of who we are as a couple, and we are very thankful for her professionalism, talent, and the heart she put into her work—truly a highlight of our wedding experience! 10/10 recommended!! :)
Jackie & D., a month ago
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Lori Mae Artistry 

5.0

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

Hey there! I'm Lori, your go-to wedding photographer extraordinaire in sunny Southern California. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in capturing vibrant, bold moments infused with raw emotion. I thrive on kick-ass clients like you who trust me to run wild with creativity. Let's embark on this wonderful journey together, creating vibrant snapshots of your love story, one moment at a time.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lori was such a great photographer to be creating and working with! She takes very beautiful photos with a great eye for a good shot! I would definitely recommend Lori Mae Artisty to shoot your next event.
Le Shop De Fleur, 2 years ago
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Double Coast 

5.0

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

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Double Coast was fun and easy. My fiance wasn't stoked about having professional photos taken and thought things would be awkward and posed. Not with Sandra! She was relaxed and really good about catching the "in-between" moments where our personalities were revealed. She's also so prompt with sending a batch of preview photos that are gorgeous. Her style is intimate and timeless and we will definitely treasure her work forever.
Becky B., 2 years ago
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Cristina G Photography 

5.0

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

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

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Cristina is too wonderful for words! She is an absolute joy to work with and her photos are beyond stunning. Neither my husband nor I have any idea what we’re doing in front of a camera, and Cristina could not have been kinder or more patient with us during both our engagement photos and wedding day. We brought along our dog for our engagement photos, and Cristina never batted an eye during his less-than-cooperative moments. She made the engagement photo session a complete breeze and so much fun from start to finish. Her partner, Constantin, joined for the wedding day, and they made the most incredible photography duo. They captured all the important moments and ensured that we got every last photo we wanted. They also handled corralling everyone for large family photos in an extremely timely and orderly fashion. They’re both so lovely, fun to work with, and take the most incredibly beautiful photos! I could not recommend Cristina (and Constantin!) more highly.
Shoshana G., 3 years ago
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Taylor Made Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,222
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA for additional fees

At Taylor Made Photography, we don't just capture images—we create unforgettable experiences. Based in the vibrant heart of Las Vegas, our passion is turning your special moments into timeless stories. Whether it's an adventurous elopement in the Valley of Fire, a laid-back wedding at the Little White Chapel, or an intimate engagement session in the Downtown Las Vegas Arts District, we’re here to make every moment count.

We hired Heather to take photographs of our vow renewal for our tenth wedding anniversary. Heather was outstanding from the minute I contacted her. She was always available to answer questions, happily recommended other vendors and even picked up champagne, doughnuts and sparklers for our day. We are not the kind of people that like to be photographed so once the day drew closer we started to get slightly nervous but we didn’t need to be. Heather was great at making us feel comfortable, we laughed so much! Heather was also amazing with our two young daughters. We had the most amazing experience, we are still waiting for our full set of pictures but the sneak peaks were absolutely beautiful so had to come on and leave a review. Thank you Heather x
Sarah A., 2 months ago
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Sierra Dawn Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA for additional fees

Hey I’m Sierra! You are here for a REASON. I am a Colorado/California based natural light photographer, specializing in big weddings + intimate elopements. Capturing love while getting to tell your remarkable, unique story is the best most special honor. Believe me it is more than just a job to me it is how I am choosing to spend the BEST years of my life and I want to spend them with you! Let’s have fun, let’s be vulnerable, let’s have the best time of our lives while you run around with your hearts on your sleeves. Why? Because we only get to tell this story once so let’s make it the best one ever written.

Our wedding was our third time working with Sierra and Jullian (Youphoria Films), and yet again, they exceeded our expectations. I used Sierra for my wedding gift Boudoir photos, we used her for our Elopement event (35 people) and we just used them for our Black Tie Wedding (80 people). They are such a supported and enthusiastic team, while also being extremely calm and composed the entire time. We never once worried about their performance as they are always professional, communicative, and just overall fantastic. We have loved our photos and videos, and will always recommend them to our friends and family! Get yourself a crew who feels like friends, because that is what they do and it makes the world of a difference!
Noelle C., 4 months ago
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Caitlin Davis Photography 

5.0

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

We are Caitlin and Dejan (pronounced Dayin), we met each other in high school and we’ve been together ever since (time flies when you’re having fun!). Photography is something that we both have always had a passion for, and it wasn’t until we started to plan our own wedding that we realized we wanted to turn our passion into a career. Aside from photography, we love to spend time with our two dogs, Stella and Blaire. They are Australian Shepherds with HUGE personalities, and they are a big part of our lives. We are excited to start this journey and we can’t wait to become friends with you during it!

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn’t be happier with our experience with Stella Rae. They were so kind and cute and personable, which made it easy for them to wrangle our giant family together for pictures. We are so impressed with them! We couldn’t recommend them more!!!!!
Molly N., 2 years ago
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Cecilia Proskauer Photography 

5.0

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

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Cecilia captured my wedding day in the most beautiful and perfect way. She took my vision and made it come to life with her incredible eye for documenting organic moments as well guiding you through perfectly placed poses. Every photo captures the magic of the day and takes us back to moments and details we want to remember forever. Thanks to Cecilia, we can. Her work is truly art and I’m excited to book her again for future memories.
Sarah S., 2 years ago
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Chrissy Jenks Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA for additional fees

My love for photography started when I was young, and flourished as I continued to educate myself in the art and technicalities of photography while attending the College for Creative studies where I received my BFA in Photography in 2016. I absolutely LOVE love, and my biggest goal on your wedding day or during your session is to make sure you're constantly smiling, laughing, and enjoying every moment you experience. I love all of the little moments in life, and I try to showcase those emotions and feelings through every image I capture. I'm based in Lower Michigan, but I am more than happy to travel worldwide for you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Chrissy is BEYOND AMAZING to work with - her photos are dreamy, whimsical, magical and make your heart so happy to look at! She was our photographer for our engagement photos, a boudoir shoot, and our wedding photos. Not only is she talented, but she is intelligent, creative, and flexible. Every photo-related snafu we had (including an engagement photo session where we forgot one of our outfits), Chrissy had a solution and handled it with grace. Chrissy is customer-service oriented, communicates clearly and effectively, and is kind and comforting as most of us are not used to having professional photos taken! If you are looking for an awesome photographer, look no further - Chrissy is your girl!
Liana + W., 4 years ago
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HER Photography 

5.0

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

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

If you’ve got dreams about how your wedding photography will look, Hope can make every single one of them come true. She was incredibly pleasant and easy to work with, was so knowledgeable and professional the entire time, and made the process a breeze. Her website to view photos is quick and easy to navigate which was so so nice. She was quick to respond, and helped me come up with a timeline that worked for our wedding day. Beyond that, she kept me calm on our wedding day when I really needed it. She was invaluable. When my father was diagnosed with cancer just months before our wedding, we thought we may have to move the ceremony up so he could be there. I contacted Hope and she responded with grace and compassion, and told me to tell her where and when and she would make sure we got those memories. Thankfully, we didn’t have to do that, but her willingness to help made all the difference. Our wedding photos are absolutely incredible. We had a hard time picking which to print because they’re all perfect. Our ceremony pictures captured every beautiful moment and our reception pictures captured all of the fun. We could not have Hoped for more (:
Megan A., 3 years ago
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Kayla Cayemitte Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA for additional fees

Documenting weddings by capturing the effortless love and beautiful nature that exists in the same space. Photographing joy-filled weddings in a natural yet bright and vibrant style to bring candid and editorial moments to life. A calming, excited presence on your wedding day to cheer you on through all of your planning and tear-jerking moments. Prioritizing your experience in the moment while capturing all the moments in between. My style is natural, organic, and colorful with an editorial flare that aims to capture authentic human connection and the natural environment around you.

Kayla was the third photographer for our wedding and we are so SO glad that she was part of the team for our big day! She has such a special eye for detail and captured moments with such love and care. She was incredibly helpful the day of our wedding, from extensively scoping out photography locations, to bringing us water and anything else we needed as we were going through our shot list. The final gallery that she shared with us was absolutely stunning and so full of unique moments and details we were so glad were captured on film for us to relive again and again. Thank you Kayla for helping make our special day absolutely magical!
Michelle F., a year ago
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Rachel Stenger Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,550
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA for additional fees

I dropped out of college to pursue photography back in 2014 and haven't looked back since. I'm an introvert at heart, but I come alive when I'm photographing what I love. I enjoy sipping coffee, exploring new places, board games, and creative projects.

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Booking Rachel Stenger was one of the best vendor decisions that my husband and I made for our wedding day. Even from the first meeting we had with Rachel, she has such a calming and warm presence which we knew was what we would need the day of. She has such a unique way of photographing and capturing moments that make her so special and unlike a lot of other wedding photographers we met with. We did an engagement session with her and she made us feel so at ease, like most couples we're not naturally in front of the camera but she was able to easily talk us through poses throughout the session. We had a call the month of to discuss details with her - e.i, timeline, shot list, etc. This was a great call because it helped all of us get on the same page for day of. Forwarding to the wedding day - Rachel arrived early to start on capturing details. She helped us stay on-time during getting ready and first look since my DoC was at the venue setting up. She was able to capture SO many images throughout the day from getting ready all the way to the dance floor. Aside from the staged/traditional photos you'd expect from the wedding, she captured so many beautiful candid moments. She moved in SILENCE, I truly didn't see her for most of the day (in a good way!) yet we ended up with 750 images in the 7 hrs we hired her for. She captured everything and more. When we finally got the full album - my husband and I spent had an amazing 2 hours reliving every single moment! She blew us away and we were not prepared by how beautifully she captured the day - all of the details, the emotions, and the aesthetics, were EVERYTHING! Her talent is remarkable and we couldn't have asked for anything more. I'd recommend her to anyone - in fact, I already have a friend that's hired her for their day.
Eric and N., 2 years ago
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Kali G. Photography 

5.0

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

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Kali is amazing!! My husband and I were both nervous for our first photoshoot (which was our engagement session) but she was so relaxed & laid back she easily helped us get over that feeling. We thought we were going to look awkward in our photos but her prompts/poses made for outstanding photos. At our wedding she captured so many meaningful candid pictures as well as posed photos. These memories will last forever! Her editing work is truly wonderful too, I don’t know what she does it but it’s magic. She is someone you can put all of your faith in to capture the best memories from your special event.
Morgan D., 3 years ago
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Forevermore by Nancy 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA for additional fees

✨ PLEASE email me or message on Instagram to connect✨ Hey, hi, hello! My name is Nancy, I’m a wedding and elopement photographer based in Portland, Oregon. I grew up in Southern California, I visited Oregon once and fell in love! I’m the type of person that will say hello to every dog I meet on the street and freak out when I see a dog hanging their head out of their persons car or when I see cows grazing while driving down the backroads. I'm a huge lover of the outdoors and quiet mornings with a huge cup of coffee and reading on the balcony.

Forevermore by Nancy was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the start, their communication was quick, dependable, and extremely organized - making the planning process a breeze. On the day of, they made taking pictures easy and took off any pressure, allowing us to just enjoy the moment. The quality of their work is truly stunning, with gorgeous, fun photos that captured all the special details. They were so kind and fun to work with throughout the entire process. We couldn't be happier with Forevermore by Nancy and highly recommend them to any couple looking for high-quality, helpful wedding photography.
Chelsea S., 19 days ago
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Sara Brady Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi! My name is Sara. The last couple years of my photography career has allowed me to travel to new places which I have always wanted to do. Photography has allowed me to travel to Georgia, Florida, Missouri, Kentucky, Virgina, Connecticut Louisiana, and in July will be Oregon, and January 2025 will be Washington. I have been professionally doing photography for 3+ years. Somedays it doesn’t feel real I get to travel & meet all of you amazing people & capture all of these special moments for you. I never take it for granted. I love capturing all of the details, candid’s and the in between during your wedding day.

Sara was absolutely phenomenal, her work is beautiful and she as so easy to work with. She traveled for our wedding and I could not have asked for better pictures. Thank you so much for capturing our day!
Sabrina, 5 months ago
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Kathleen Baker Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,997
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

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

Kathleen is hands down the best photographer I’ve ever worked with. Her professionalism and quality of product are unmatched. She goes above and beyond with her work and you can tell how passionate she is about it. If you want someone with great energy, clear communication, incredible products, great professionalism, and so much more then she’s your girl!
Madison, a year ago
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Nichole Babiez Photography 

5.0

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

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

Nichole is the best choice you can make for photography for your wedding day! She has a special ability to make all of her couples feel amazing. We love how our gallery came out and she did an amazing job getting pictures without them feeling forced or awkward. We had so much fun having her capture our day. Throughout the planning process, she was always available for a phone call and responsive via email to our questions. Thank you Nichole for everything, you are the best!
Meghan F., 3 months ago
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Katie Griff Photo 

5.0

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

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

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

5.0

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

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

If your looking for a laid back, caring, passionate photographer, Emilee is YOUR GIRL! Her talent is unmatched and photographs completely represent who she is as a person and professional. We cant say enough amazing things about her:)
BKreativ Films, 3 years ago
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Lizzie Baker Photo 

5.0

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

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

I spent a lot of time deliberating which photographer to choose. Lizzie Baker’s work really stood out. Her photography is truly a work of art and the passion comes across not only in her pictures but in how she engages with you end to end. Lizzie was one of my favorite vendors to work with and she truly made our wedding day better. We are delighted with how she captured our wedding, the scenery, and all the details and moments that you want to be able to look back on. Lizzie was always one step ahead of the program which was a huge benefit. She had great ideas for shots and her approach and personality kept us at ease during the planning process and throughout wedding day. Lizzie is not just an amazing photographer - she really is your hype woman, wedding day extraordinaire, and someone you will be happy to have at your side. People say you spend a significant amount of time with your photographer which proved to be true! We are so glad it was with Lizzie.
Rachel, 4 months ago
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Lili B’s Photography 

5.0

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

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

I had the opportunity to meet Lili while she was shooting a wedding at our venue. I've worked with many different photographers and she absolutely stands above the rest. She's kind and light-hearted, had everything scheduled wonderfully, and her images were outstanding. I couldn't recommend her more!
Ben C., 4 years ago
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Sufia Huq Portraits 

5.0

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

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

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

5.0

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

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

Choosing Alice Tran as our wedding photographer was one of our best decisions. Her talent for capturing emotions in every shot, blending candid moments with poses, captured the emotions and love of our day. Alice's professionalism and warmth were evident throughout our interactions. She seamlessly navigated our wedding day, capturing intimate moments without intrusion. From her timely delivery of edited images to the thoughtful packaging, every detail was impeccable. Alice's genuine passion for her craft shines through in her work. Her artistry has given us a timeless collection of photographs we'll cherish forever. If you're seeking a photographer who exceeds expectations and becomes a cherished part of your wedding journey, Alice Tran is the perfect choice.
Marissa, 7 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Santa Maria, CA

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

A Santa Maria, CA wedding photographer ranges from $185 to $20,000 and averages at $3,000. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in Santa Maria, 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 Maria, 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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