The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Monica, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Monica, CA

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MKEshoots Photography 

5.0

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

Based out of Los Angeles, CA, MKEshoots Photography specializes in wedding and portrait photography. We truly understand the importance of capturing your wedding in its full glory. We both have over 10 years of experience in professional wedding photography. We place great importance on documenting the wedding day and capturing its essence through our photography. We want all our clients to be able to cherish the memories captured and relive their wedding day over and over. Our team specializes in capturing natural, documentary-style, candid photos.

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I wish MKEshoots could capture every moment of our lives! That’s how special Murtaza and his team are. From the moment we reached out to them, we felt like family. From the initial zoom sessions where he wanted to understand our vision and our dreams to the actual day of the wedding, Murtaza made us feel safe. Not to mention that the moments he captured were beautiful! His eye for finding the right angles, with the right light, with the right smiles, with the right people was simply stunning. Murtaza is one of a kind. We will be sure to reach out to MKEshoots for future milestone moments going forward!
Dahodwalas, a year ago
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TheTheodors Photography 

5.0

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

Hi friends! We are Vlad and Aida, husband and wife team photographers living in SoCal. We are USA and Europe destination photographers, seekers of that natural light that makes our souls kind. For 13 years already we’ve felt truly honored to have people’s trust for considering us to photograph one of the most important days of their life! We have dedication and passion for what we do and for the people around us! We love how we are able to connect with couples who have the same approach to love and values that we share. Our couples are kind, creative, unique, love adventuring, treat other with respect and throw a wedding that feels like them!

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Hiring Vlad & Aida was the BEST decision we could have made! We had a wonderful experience working with them for both our engagement and wedding photos. From the very beginning, we both felt very comfortable with them and had so much fun shooting. Vlad and Aida provided us with a detailed timeline of shots to take on the wedding day where to be and how long it would take. It as a perfect timeline to share with my wedding coordinator and wedding party, it made day of stress free! We received our wedding photos in about a weeks after our wedding. If you are looking for a wedding photographer this is the perfect duo for your special day! Also their pricing is so competitive and if you give them your budget my experience was they did everything in their power to get you what you want in your budget, which not a lot of people did!! They easy to work with and totally open to all options in terms of traveling and locations. Cannot recommend enough!! Seriously having The Theodors capture our big day was the best decision ever and I will be recommending them to all my friends and family Will definitely be reaching out to them again for our next big life moments! :)
Loraine and J., 3 years ago
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Danielle Bennink Photography 

5.0

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

A true artist at heart, Danielle has spent over twenty-five years behind a camera. For over a decade she has specialized in recording couples and families in some of their most joyous moments. Utilizing both digital and film, she documents not only the major moments, but the minor moments, too, that sometimes go amiss: the grandmother gazing fondly at the new generation. The proud tearful eyes of a parent watching as their child embarks on an exciting new chapter. Big or small, with her trained eye Danielle captures every brushstroke to fully realize the memory of your special day.

Danielle did an amazing job with our engagement photos. She created a memorable, comfortable, & fun experience that we will never forget. not only did she deliver photos that went beyond our expectations, but the experience & quality of photos and service was 10/10. perfect for any occasion & we will definitely be using her again for future photos!
Lauren Herzog, 7 months ago
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Tiya Studios 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

My name is Tiya and I have started my Photography Journey back in 2008. After having success in fashion world, few magazine covers, working with top models and huge brands such as Braun, I felt like I need much more realistic connection to my subjects and nothing means more to me that LOVE. In 2012 I switched to Wedding Photography and capturing your love through my lens. I am in love with your love story and can’t wait for you to see it through my eyes.

Tiya and her team were wonderful and very professional.we are so happy to have her as the photographer and videographer for our daughter’s wedding. They did a great job and it was so pleasant to work with her .
Negar, 2 months ago
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Gabbie Burseth Photo 

5.0

Santa Monica, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000

Gabbie Burseth grew up documenting everything and saving mementos in empty Christmas boxes. After studying at the Grady School of Journalism at the University of Georgia, she discovered an affinity for weddings and their accompanying treasures. Her philosophy as a wedding photographer is to observe with as little interference as possible — no faking it, no do-overs, no “for the camera”. Her biggest desire is for couples to be present at their wedding, not stuck in a photoshoot. Her work is punctuated by rich and vibrant color, the timeless quality of analog film, and a sense of humor found in fleeting moments.

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We worked with Gabbie for our wedding and she absolutely blew us away. From the start, she was so easy to work with and got to know us, our story, and our style. We first had an engagement session with her, where she had a beautiful location in mind that fit our style perfectly. My husband and I were nervous because we're not used to being in front of the camera, but Gabbie's calm and fun nature put us at ease immediately. She has a way of creating certain moments that don't feel completely posed and resulted in absolutely stunning photographs that we cherish to this day. We were an original COVID couple (postponing our wedding a month before it was meant to happen in Spring 2020) and were so thankful that Gabbie was willing to work with us and all of the fluid changes we were dealing with daily. On the wedding day and all of the chaos that comes with it, Gabbie was a steady and calm voice amidst the craziness. She did a killer job despite dealing with on and off rain. She has this amazing ability to blend right in throughout the day while beautifully documenting our special moments. Once we received our complete gallery, we were speechless. The time and effort she puts in to selecting and editing every single image shows how truly invested and caring she is. She even managed to photograph little moments we didn't even notice her there for. She captured the spirit, love and fun of our wedding perfectly. I cannot recommend her enough!!
Bryana A., 3 years ago
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Brittney Raine Photography 

5.0

Santa Monica, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $7,000

**PSA: Please inquire via email/website instead of through Zola!** I'm Brittney, a wedding and portrait photographer from Los Angeles. I'm also a ceramicist, houseplant enthusiast, traveler (no place is too far), enneagram 4, ice cream lover, and introvert fascinated by human emotion. Photographing weddings has truly been my dream job, and I feel so honored every time I'm invited to capture intimate moments in peoples’ lives.

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Brittney's talent, professionalism, quality of work and reliability is above and beyond. She creates beautiful photos, but is also a truly kind and good person with great business sense. Whenever our clients choose Brittney as their photographer, we know that they have great taste and care and value the same things as we do. We believe that choosing to invest in socially responsible individuals is more important than ever, and Brittney is a key component to a better world... plus you'll love having her around and will absolutely LOVE your photo experience.
Diana DuHaime, 4 years ago
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Betsy Newman Photography 

5.0

Santa Monica, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000

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, 7 months ago
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Randall de Leon Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Photography has always been a lifelong passion of mine, I picked up my first camera as a gift from my dad when I was 14 years old. Never in a million years would I have thought that my lifelong hobby could eventually become my career. I focused on my future, working my way through college and grad school to achieve my license to practice, but a part of me realized that I wanted to pursue a career that allowed me to go on adventures and meet a lot of new people. So in 2019, I took that risk, changed my hours from full time to part time and put more focus on my photography. I booked my first gig later that year and have never looked back.

Randall was recommended by our videographer (Call it Captivation Films, who we recommend). We really enjoyed his gallery and how natural his photos looked. We spoke to a few other photographers before him, but during our 1st video meeting he vibed well with us; he and I are both Fil-Am with history of working with pediatric patients (he as a PTA, me as a RN), and he and my husband shared a love for the same teams (Dodgers and Lakers). We were quick to book him after our meeting and are extremely happy with our decision to work with him! The photography packages he offers and his prices are amazing. Randall was great with communication and with providing us with recommendations (ie what to bring for flat lay, helping us pose, etc) prior to and day of the wedding. He did a site tour of our venue where we got to meet him and his kids in person. Prior to the ceremony, Randall worked with me, while the 2nd photographer worked with my husband. My husband said that the 2nd photographer fitted in well like one of the boys. He gave us a preview of the photos 1 week after our wedding and the full gallery of our wedding about 8-9 weeks after our wedding. We are so happy with all the photos! They are so beautiful and timeless, and they captured the essence of our wedding so well. **If you're looking for a photographer, Randall is your guy! I did the research for you :) Book him now! **
Tina S., a month ago
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Adam Griffin Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

I’m Adam—a Boston native who’s now roaming around California photographing everything I see. When I’m not behind the camera you can usually find me in the kitchen experimenting with new recipes, sipping a dirty martini with friends, jamming to Taylor Swift in the car, or taking my rescue pup Ollie to the park or on long neighborhood walks. I got my first film camera when I was 8, and it was love at first sight. Capturing your story is more than just a job for me. From destination elopements to parties of the century, I've seen it all and love every minute of a wedding day.

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We’re so happy we chose Adam for our wedding photography! Our original photographer ghosted us a few months before the wedding, and finding a new one on short notice was stressful. But it worked out perfectly—Adam was even better than we could’ve imagined. He was kind, organized, and responsive, which was such a relief after our previous experience. From our first Zoom call, I knew he’d be great to work with. He made my husband and me feel so comfortable on the big day, and he and his assistant kept us laughing the whole time. We got our sneak peeks within a week, and they were incredible! We can’t wait for the full album. Highly recommend Adam for your wedding photography!
Olivia W., a month ago
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Aladdin Films 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Why do newlyweds choose us? 1) No tax 2) No travel fees in the SoCal 3) You can pay with a credit card and you can make the final payment on the day of the event. And, you have an option to choose a monthly payment plan for your convenience! 4) Our company is insured and we provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI). 5) Exclusive referral program - “$100 FOR YOU, $100 FOR YOUR FRIEND” 6) You’ll get the best quality photo and video products in California from a company that can confidently compete with the nation's top studios. Having international awards in our industry, we hold courses and master classes for photographers and videographers.

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Oh my god, the photographer we got didn't just capture moments; he captured emotions in a way that they are still shining on our canvases, frames, and on hard drive) It's really difficult to describe how good they are, so in short, let them capture your wedding and you'll be grateful that you chose them for the rest of your life, just like I am! Thank you guys!
Elise G., 9 months ago
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Holly Castillo Photography 

5.0

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

I'm a CA based and travel wedding photographer. I've photographed almost 200 weddings, and every single one goes by so quickly. I love my job because even though the day goes by fast, I get to find and capture those small moments, sometimes just a fraction of a second long, so they can be relived over and over in photographs. I have a photojournalistic and editorial style, plus 9 years of wedding experience under my belt, so trust me that I've got it while you are able to fully enjoy your day and be present.

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Holly Castillo Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the beginning, Holly's communication was quick and easy, making the planning process stress-free. On the day of the wedding, she was very laid back and intuitive, seamlessly capturing all the special moments without us even noticing she was there. Holly's expertise and talent were evident in the stunning photos she delivered - we were blown away by how beautifully she documented our day. We loved working with Holly so much that we've continued to use her for our yearly family photos ever since, and wouldn't want anyone else to capture these memories for us.
Tori and J., 2 months ago
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RIVELLE MEDIA 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Rivelle Media is a photography and videography company based in Los Angeles. Every couple, with their distinctive love story, transforms into a canvas where we paint with the play of light and shadow. It extends beyond the grandeur of photographing pivotal moments like vows, rings, and the first dance; it encompasses the art of capturing nuanced glances, shared laughter, and the silent connection that elevates an ordinary day into an extraordinary celebration of love. Published in Vogue, Vanity Fair, Tatler.

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Our experience with Xenia and Mark (videographer) was truly amazing. Xenia is truly a dedicated professional and her camera work is truly phenomenal. We booked Xenia for both our engagement and wedding photos and she completely exceeded my expectations! We originally booked Xenia and Mark for our wedding in May but unfortunately our wedding venue closed last minute and we were left to scramble in finding a new venue and once we did Xenia was so accommodating and made the new wedding date work. Xenia and Mark are super easy to work with; truly genuine individuals! I scoured through hundreds of photographers before I came across Xenia and honestly, none of them compared to her work and eye for photography. Stop your search and book her; I promise you won't regret it. Thank you, Xenia and Mark!
Vanessa R., 3 months ago
By Evening Photography 

5.0

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

We’re Andrew and Marijo (pronounced mary•joe), a husband and wife team! Our style is bright, vibrant, nostalgic with a mix of candids and cinematic images. We love getting to know our couples before their big day! It helps us create more personal work that reflects your love. We hope you know that your love is special, and that we can see that it is. And that’s always how we’ll tell your story.

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If you are looking for a photographer and/or a videographer I highly recommend you hire A+M Badillo Images! Marijo is so professional and easily the sweetest human you will ever meet. Her and her husband Andrew are so talented, we had them do our wedding photos and video, as well as our engagement shoot, and my husband and I, could not be happier with how everything came out! We had too many amazing pictures to choose from to post/send out to family members! I highly highly recommend choosing them for your wedding, their communication and professionalism is unmatched and the way they make you feel comfortable in front of a camera is still amazing to me. My husband and I are terrible at taking pictures together but Marijo knew exactly what to say and helped us look like pros! So so happy we chose them to capture our special day :)
Mikaela T., 3 years ago
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Carmelisse Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,550
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hi I'm Carmelisse. I'm an intimate wedding & elopement photographer based in Los Angeles. I have a gift for making people comfortable and seeing the beauty in all diverse people. I want nothing more than to tell your love story right.

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My husband and I loved working with Carmelisse for our maternity shoot! I shared our vision of what we wanted the shoot to be like, she was very proactive in suggesting locations that resonated with our vision. She was flexible and accommodating around dates, which we really appreciated! Carmelisse was so great throughout the shoot, made sure we felt comfortable. Her work is BEAUTIFUL, she captured the essence of our journey 3 We loved the end result, Carmelisse is AMAZING :)
Pooja, 2 years ago
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Soda Fountain Photo 

4.9

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

I’m Mysi (pronounced, boringly, “Missy”)! I’ve been at this thing for 12 years and I keep falling more and more in love with it all. Give me intimate micro-weddings, quirky dive bar weddings, raucous South Asian weddings... my team and I absolutely thrive in chaos and emotion. My specialty is catching the moments and those tiny moments in between. ✨✨✨

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Hiring Mysi was a no brainer for us! Not only does her work speak for itself, she is one of the kindest and most enjoyable people I've had the pleasure of meeting and a true joy to work with. My husband is very camera shy and I'm very camera awkward - but you would never ever know that from our engagement and wedding pictures! Mysi has a rare talent for making you feel incredibly at ease, and she also has an uncanny ability to capture who YOU are and not just what looks "wedding-y" or pretty (although god is her photography just stunning!). Her ability to capture subtle looks and expressions and moments between you and your partner is absolutely priceless, and everyone still raves about our photos years later!
Stephanie and M., 2 years ago
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Stephen Tang Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,100
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

While some photographers emphasize their gear or trendy post-processing, I take pride in subject-photographer interaction - the relation I build with clients, picking up on nuances in pose and expression while we shoot, anticipating the viewers' response - because ultimately, that's how photographs that matter to us are created. I'm a native New Yorker who found myself relocating to Los Angeles and making it my home. Wherever you'd like to have your wedding, it would be my pleasure to be your photographer.

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From the start Stephen Tang was extremely professional, I found him on Yelp and checked out his work on Instagram. He was extremely prompt in replying when I reached out to him, provided additional samples of his work, and made himself available to discuss the types of shots we wanted beforehand as well as provide his expertise and guidance in framing beautiful photos. After my initial phone meeting with Stephen I knew he would be the perfect fit for our needs and my husband and I are extremely happy with the quality and caliber of his work. We had several phone meetings to discuss our needs, schedule for the day and to help Stephen understand us as a couple. On the day of our event he arrived before the allotted time, he arranged and set up the entire room, and added lighting and equipment before we arrived. Upon our arrival, he was cordial in greeting us, understand what we wanted and needed and did a temperature check. He made suggestions about where we should place things throughout the room to improve the shots. He was very knowledgeable with how and where we should pose for the perfect shot. He made us feel extremely relaxed even during the most stressful situations and helped to redirect family members to someone other than us to handle some hiccups for the night. Stephen was extremely patient, polite and listened to what we wanted and read what we needed. He gave helpful suggestions which shows his expertise and experience. He was a calming force for the night and did an amazing job making our mediocre venue look AMAZING. The photos he delivered were absolutely breathtaking and he was able to turn our average venue into fairytale-like photos. The candid shots he took throughout the night came out beautifully and allowed us to see our event from different perspectives that we otherwise would have missed. Stephen is personable, knowledgeable and professional, he’s able to frame the shots, be respectful and understand the needs of his clients. If you’re in need of a wedding photographer look no further Stephen will capture beautiful breathtaking photos of your day.
Susie & E., 3 years ago
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Love by Justina 

5.0

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

HOME STATES: California & Massachusetts/New England Hey! Justina here. You'll probably find me at your local thrift shop with my iced coffee in the dead of winter listening to gospel or rnb music in my ear while shopping for records and broken cameras. When i find spare time i play apex legends or attend creative events. my guilty pleasure is reality tv and unsolved crime documentaries.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had the absolute pleasure of working with Justina as our wedding photographer, and she exceeded all of our expectations! Just looking at her work, we knew she was the one. From our first meeting, it was clear that Justina possesses incredible talent and a true passion for her craft. Her ability to capture the essence of every moment is unmatched. Throughout the planning process, Justina was exceptional in her communication. She took the time to understand our vision, preferences, and any specific shots we wanted. Her responsiveness and professionalism made us feel confident and relaxed, knowing we were in great hands. On our wedding day, Justina went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. Her attention to detail and creative approach were evident in every shot. She managed to capture not just the big moments but also the candid, heartfelt interactions that made our day so special (and were a huge priority to us). Her warm and friendly demeanor made it easy for us and our guests to feel comfortable in front of the camera. When we received the final photos, we were blown away by the quality and artistry. Each image was a masterpiece, reflecting the joy, love, and excitement of our celebration - my husband and I both got emotional going through them together. I truly never expected to see such joy captured in every moment of our day, and I am so grateful. Justina has a remarkable ability to tell a story through her lens, and we will cherish these memories forever. How lucky are we to have found her! If you're looking for a photographer who is not only incredibly talented but also genuinely cares about making your day unforgettable, Justina is the one. We cannot recommend her highly enough!
Kelley M., 4 months ago
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Porterhouse Los Angeles 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

My name is Zyaire Porter and I am the photographer of Porterhouse LA Weddings. Born & raised in Los Angeles, I have been capturing weddings professionally since 2013. I have been #TeamNikon since the beginning and currently shoot with the Z9 + Z7. I answer every email myself (no bots or assistants).

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Porterhouse LA did a fantastic job photographing our wedding. Zyaire was artistic, punctual, and precise. We received our photos very quickly after the wedding, and are absolutely in love with them. We’ll treasure these for the rest of our lives, and have had so much joy from sharing them with others. The comments we’ve received have all been about how beautiful the wedding looked, how good everyone looked, and how gorgeous the photos were overall, which is exactly what we were hoping for. Zyaire met with us over Zoom twice before the actual wedding, and took every one of our concerns and questions seriously. He had a good answer to everything, and it convinced us that we were dealing with a consummate professional. We also asked him to shoot our welcome party for guests, and he was able to oblige with that, as well. We first met him in person for the welcome party, and he was already there when we arrived, getting background shots of the venue. This was something we hadn’t even considered, but it was really valuable - having shots of the venue, and the venue for our wedding, helped put the other photos in context for people who weren’t able to attend, and gave us mementos of the locations themselves.
Morgan & R., 6 months ago
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Fatima Elreda Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,600
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

I'm a digital and film Wedding Photographer in Los Angeles, CA. I'm trilingual and multicultural -- and it's my favorite thing about me. I will travel Southern California for your love story, from San Diego to LA, to Santa Barbara. My style is documentary and photojournalistic with a bit of an editorial and creative charm. I do not bend and sway with the trends of the current day, instead I focus on your unique wedding day to capture timeless imagery. As the moments unfold before me, I will help tell your story. I want you to look back on your images and be able to still feel the emotions within them for decades to come, truly.

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We were originally drawn to Fatima's work because of how honestly and naturally she captured her clients' love—and we were absolutely blown away when we worked with her! It was clear from our engagement shoot and throughout our whole wedding day that Fatima puts so much care into making her subjects feel comfortable and completely themselves. Fatima made the entire planning process easy and stress-free, and she brought so many glimmers of wisdom to her support as we were planning. She was such a welcome energy on our wedding day—our guests still talk about how sweet she is! Fatima's photography style is stunning, from digital to film to polaroids. She was able to capture our love and our community's love so fully. Fatima's photos are like heirlooms - we now have endless photos that we are absolutely in love with!
Yuki D., 23 days ago
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Jess Onesto (formerly Cheers Babe Photo) 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Jess is a wedding photographer serving couples from Los Angeles to New York City. She specializes in documenting moments with honesty and optimism to showcase her couples’ love for each other, love for their people and their love for a damn good time. “My work is bold, enduring, and honest.” With more than a decade of experience as a photographer and a background in fine art and film photography, Jess approaches each wedding with intention and a sense of novelty. She works in both digital and film mediums and her work has been featured in publications including Martha Stewart Weddings, Destination I Do and Brides.

Awarded Best of Zola
Since receiving our wedding photos from Jess, several of my friends and family members (including 2 professional photographers!) have asked me for her contact info because of how amazing her photos are!! When we started looking for a wedding photographer, we knew that we needed to find someone with a great eye for candids, who wouldn't make our pictures feel too staged, who had a fun/funky vibe like us, and who could handle wrangling my extremely large family (full of very opinionated people) for family photos, and Jess handled everything with ease! I feel so lucky that we found Jess, and I cannot recommend her more. Jess made everyone feel comfortable throughout the entire wedding day, and even gave guidance to family members who are normally awkward in photos (e.g. suggesting ways to pose to make them more comfortable). Jess went above and beyond throughout the entire planning process, checking in with us, getting to know us, and even coming to a venue walkthrough so she could get a sense of the space! I am so grateful for all of the work Jess put into our wedding, and the photos turned out better than I could have ever imagined. I rarely even like photos of myself, but I honestly am so in love with the ones that Jess took that I jump on every opportunity to whip out my phone and share them with friends!
Natalie M., 4 months ago
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Mirage and Light Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Photography is my creative dream come true and it is so incredibly special to be able to capture memories that other people will love and cherish for many, many years. Around high school, I found out for myself how important these memories were. Not just the ones I was creating currently but the ones that I couldn’t get back. I would look back on these photos and think, "I remember how happy I was that day." "Aww, my little brother was so tiny then!" Or even, "What was I thinking when I wore that outfit??" These little snippets of time carried such a significance for me that I wanted other people to feel that way about their memories, too.

How can I explain with words just how amazing our experience with Mirage and Light (Amanda) was?? To start, I was referred to Amanda by my now-husbands cousin who had used her amazing skills for her own wedding! So I knew from the start that she was going to be amazing. From first contact, Amanda was so positive and professional. I booked her immediately and she offered a free engagement photo shoot with a wedding photography booking! Talk about a great deal! She was so lovely to meet and she made us so comfortable in front of the camera. Her payment plan was stellar and the contract was so clear and helpful, I had no trouble referencing any information I had forgotten. On to the wedding! As the big day approached, we listed out all the different groups to be photographed. Not only did she stick to that list so well, but she also thought of other group shots that we forgot about as the day was happening! She thought of everything! And if that wasn’t enough, her husband joined her to help with the pictures! They had the whole day covered and I always felt like every moment was being caught. As for quality, I feel so beautiful when I look at the pictures she took (and dare I say my husband also feels beautiful when he looks at them ;) So if you want a professional, organized, all around lovely person to do your wedding pics, Mirage and Light checks all the boxes!
Josie B., 2 years ago
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Kelsey C. Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hi! I'm Kelsey! Fun-loving, boba-obsessed, dog-mom living in sunny SoCal. I have a very natural and candid style of photography where clients don't look or feel "posed" but are simply being in the moment! I'm passionate about capturing the essence of your relationship, whether intimate, goofy, quirky, affectionate, and everything in between. I'm known for my friendliness and light-hearted personality! I help make shoots feel very comfortable, candid, fun, and genuine to each relationship.

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We can’t begin without saying how amazing Kelsey and her team are! They are truly good at what they do. I’m normally really shy and awkward in front of a camera, but they made the experience so fun and comfortable. They knew the best angles and helped with our poses and told us where to go. The photos turned out so candid and beautiful! We cannot get over them and we got so many compliments! We are so happy that we chose Kelsey and her team for our engagement shoot and wedding photos. These types of moments are once in a lifetime and you don’t want to miss anything good and that’s why we’re so grateful that they captured everything for us. We trust them so much. We already want Kelsey and her team to shoot for our one year anniversary!
Jessica Nguyen, 6 months ago
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Jordan Ferrer Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,499
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

As a wedding photographer, I'm driven by a profound love for capturing the essence of each wedding in a photojournalistic style. Preserving these moments for eternity is my mission, ensuring my clients can relive their special day throughout their lives. Let us capture your cherished moments in time beautifully.

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Working with Jordan was a dream! We hired him to do our engagement photoshoot at the LA arboretum, and the photos are GORGEOUS! We ended up using some of the selects for our save the dates and for our wedding website. Jordan has a keen eye for detail both as a photographer and as an editor. He really leveraged the natural flora (and the peacocks, haha!!) at the arboretum to create gorgeous images for us. We hired Jordan again to edit our wedding photos, and they bring us so much joy every day when we look at them. 10/10 would recommend hiring Jordan!
Trenise F., a month ago
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JetStream Productions 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Congratulations on your pending wedding. We love being apart of weddings and love in general. We know it can be a stressful time and also an expensive time so we have many options to fit most budgets from basic to extravagant. We are full service in Photography, Video and Photobooth. We strive to keep the process as stress free and laid back as possible. With years in the industry we know we can get it done and our turn around times are fast. We have been working with cameras since the year 2000 and have been in the business since 2005. I have a Bachelors from CSULA. We can accommodate many styles to achieve your goals.

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if you’re looking for someone who is professional, but also approachable and easy to work with Josh is your guy. He’s been so responsive through the whole process and a real delight to work with. His packages are very reasonable and the photos are great.
Joanne B., 5 months ago
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Bedrosian Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

At Bedrosian Photo, we provide both photography and videography for your wedding day, focusing on capturing real moments and genuine emotions rather than stiff poses. Our style blends photojournalism with fine art, letting you relax and enjoy your day while we document it naturally.

Bedrosian Photo was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication was excellent and kind - Peter and his team were always responsive, professional, and made us feel at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was fantastic, with a natural yet artsy style that was not overly edited. They truly cared about our special day and made sure to capture what was most important to us. Peter and his team also ensured we had fun at our wedding and that it didn't feel like a 6 hour photoshoot. We couldn't be happier with the beautiful photos that will allow us to cherish our wedding day forever.
Keith & L., 24 days ago
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LA Production 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $320
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Having experience in all kinds of events including quinceaneras, anniversaries, and various types of engagement shoots, and having experience in shooting hundreds of weddings, we guarantee comfort and security on your wedding day. No awkward pauses and no unclear instructions during posing. You can count on our years-long expertise in the planning stage of your wedding day and on the day of. 

LA Production’s photographer is a wonderful and very professional person. We were having a baby shower, and he was incredibly patient with our young kids during group photos and even stayed past the scheduled time to get some of the best shots, which now I realize I would really regret if I didn’t have them (I printed them, and now they are all over my home)). He made me feel comfortable since he was shooting pretty fast and always being on schedule. In the end, he delivered over 400 edited photos that he shot in a 3-hour period! Highly recommend!
Anya V., 4 months ago
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Anastasia Tamarina Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

I am passionate about creating beautiful photographs that help to capture the precious moments of life. My calling is to preserve your happiest and most memorable moments because photography is a way to capture our emotions, feelings, and memories in our minds. I believe that every moment in life has its uniqueness, and that's why photography is so important. If you are looking for a professional who will create unforgettable shots for you and help you preserve your precious moments, then you have found the right person. Contact me, and I will be happy to answer all your questions.

She did an amazing job! The pictures came out beautiful and I started crying while looking at them. She made the process easy and comfortable. Wedding days are hectic and I appreciated how she reminded me to smile. Lol
Amanda, 2 months ago
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Magaly Barajas Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hi! I'm Magaly and I am a wedding photographer based in Southern California. I love candid intimate moments. My approach is photojournalistic. I love capturing candid moments that tell the story of your special day. The laughter between friends, the tears in a mother's eyes, the stolen glances between the my couples - these are the moments that you'll want to remember forever. I am so happy you're here and can't wait to meet you!

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We are so happy we chose Magaly to be our photographer for our wedding. She was so hands on and patient with us. Made us feel comfortable from day one. Her work is so thorough and detailed! we absolutely loved her! Also her calm and sweet energy really carried throughout the wedding day it was everything we needed!
Brenda C., a year ago
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Michael Teddy Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA
  • Offer

“Imagine By You, Captured By Us”. Welcome you to Michael Teddy Photography. Where we specialize in capturing your moments that last a lifetime. We strive to deliver stunning images that tell your unique story. With a passion for capturing the essence of special occasions, Michael Teddy Photography brings a unique and artistic approach to every shoot. From the initial consultation to the final delivery of your images, Michael Teddy Photography is committed to providing exceptional service and breathtaking photographs. Every image is carefully edited to perfection, highlighting the beauty and emotion of each moment captured.

Michael was such a pleasure to work with from our first initial meeting until the very end. He was very attentive to detail and what was wanted by my Husband and I. We greatly appreciated his commitment to do his job in the best possible way he can. He is truly talented with his ideas and we absolutely love that there is not this unrealistic editing. I think another great thing he does it he kind of just flows and camouflages as you don’t really realize he’s there but the photos show that he was definitely capturing moments that you may not have noticed, but will be so grateful to see. It’s very natural. It’s very nice . He was awesome, he even stayed a tad past his allotted leaving time at my wedding to make sure that he got the best shots for us . It was very easy with him very laxed and didn’t feel. like a stranger from the beginning, it was very comfortable and I knew that he was the perfect person to choose I highly recommend Michael services for any photo session you require.
Hunter M., 10 months ago
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Shelby Ayn Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Your experience with me starts long before you step in front of my lens. I take the time and energy to get to know you & your story, so that I can capture the parts of your relationship that are authentically YOU. So that you can look back on the photos from this season of life, and feel like you're right back in that moment, feeling those same feels. To me, a perfectly posed & still photograph doesn't capture a feeling the way that a candid one can. I direct my couples to create images that are full of movement and those intimate in-between moments.

Such a talented photographer. Highly recommend Shelby for all your photo needs you won’t regret it.
Nicole, 4 years ago
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Photos By Victoria Smith 

5.0

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

Authentic and Artistic Photography Hey there! My name is Victoria Smith, your Los Angeles wedding and couples photographer. I went from being an instructional coach to traveling the world capturing the love stories of my clients. My passion for education and people fuel my love of documenting authentic moments that showcase your personalities and connection for years to come. With candid moments and true to color editing, your images will preserve your legacy for generations. I enjoy traveling, hiking, and am always available to chat over coffee! Send me a message to share about your story, and let's plan how to document every second.

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Victoria made the entire process from picking a date, location, and theme/outfit options so enjoyable. My fiance was not ecstatic to be taking pictures but he lightened up and we both were laughing and at ease very quickly.
Angela, 2 years ago
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Cherishmyshots Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

My name is Edwin and welcome to visit my page. I am a wedding photographer in Los Angeles. I also photograph other projects such as fashion photography, family photos, and real estate photography. I have experience shooting a variety of different type of wedding theme and style. I am based in Southern California, but I do travel to shoot for clients and other projects. I love natural light and spontaneity creates images that transcend time and capture the true essence of each moment. I can travel to regions like Ventura County, Temecula, Central and Northern California.

I shoot videos for weddings and events and I have worked with Edwin together in a few special events and receptions in 2023. Edwin was very organized, easy to work with, courteous and professional. He understands how to direct wedding couples for posing and knows how to find good spots for bride and groom portraits. He is detail-oriented, always paying attention to subjects and background. He is energetic at the events and he can take pictures quickly and efficiently. He understands how to work with videographers and he can capture a lot of good shots within a tight timeline. I highly recommend Edwin and I hope I can work with him again in the future.
Tak, 10 months ago
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WipeTheLenz 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Photography has been my passion for over 10 years, and each wedding I shoot tells a unique story. I care about connecting with my couples, understanding their love stories, and creating images that reflect their personalities and emotions. Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and I’m dedicated to capturing every precious moment. As a proud father and recently engaged, my family inspires me daily, reinforcing the importance of capturing cherished moments. I bring this same love and dedication to every wedding I photograph.

I was told about Wipe the Lenz thru family members who have worked with him before and they spoke really well about him! we decided to hire him for our engagement and wedding photos and let me tell you it was the most easiest and comfortable thing we have done. We had a fun idea/vision for our engagement photos and he definitely brought that to life! For our wedding day, Things got a bit hectic and he remained so professional and helped us get thru pictures with family as smooth as possible, The pictures came out so good and natural! We are definitely using him for our future piks!
Katie V., 3 months ago
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Mel Baxter - Love Line Studios 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA
  • Offer

Candid- In The Moment - Vibrant Images. Hey there, I’m Mel! I’m so excited to join you on this amazing journey. I picked up my first camera at 15—nearly 14 years ago—and haven’t put it down since. As your wedding and elopement photographer, I’m here to capture all the special moments, tell your story, and catch those little details you might miss. Photography is my passion. I’m not just taking photos; I’m telling your story, and I can’t wait to help you start your next chapter.

Mel was absolutely everything on our wedding day! We had so many unexpected plot twists, but she handled everything like a pro. From helping us stay calm to capturing every single precious moment, she was an absolute rockstar. Our photos turned out incredible, and she truly made our day unforgettable. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer and would recommend her in a heartbeat!! WE LOVE MEL!
Sarah C., 3 months ago
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Another Dream | Wedding Photo & Video 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

We're Frank and Anastasia, the heart and soul behind Another Dream, leading our team as a husband-and-wife duo. Together, we bring a unique blend of candid, natural, and creative storytelling to every corner of Southern California.

Another Dream Wedding Photo & Video was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding photography. Their communication style is quick, thorough and professional - they responded to emails incredibly fast and were very detailed in answering all of our questions. The quality of their work is nothing short of dreamy, beautiful and amazing - the photos captured all of the special moments from our wedding day in a natural, artistic way that truly tells the story. They have an ability to capture genuine emotions and moments without ever feeling intrusive. Their rates are very fairly priced for the incredible quality of their artistic photography and videography. We could not recommend Another Dream more highly for wedding photography and videography - they are true professionals who deliver beautiful work that we will treasure forever. Choosing them was one of the best decisions we made when planning our wedding!
Guadalupe F., 2 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Santa Monica, CA

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

A Santa Monica, 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?

93% of photographers in Santa Monica, 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 Monica, 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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