The Best Documentary Wedding Videographers in Santa Monica, CA

The Best Documentary Wedding Videographers in Santa Monica, CA

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49 Wedding Videographers in Santa Monica, CA

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Blue Voltage Media 

5.0

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

We prioritize creating a story to your uniqueness. We capture candid moments and timeless memories for you to be able to hold on to for a lifetime. In essence, we help turn your vision into reality. Your wedding is as unique as your love story. That's why we offer personalized packages to suit your style, preferences, and budget. From intimate elopements to grand celebrations, we tailor our services to meet your needs.

We were more than happy with our experience working with Blue Voltage Media for our wedding! They are very talented, pay great attention to detail, punctual, prepared, and professional. They took the time to learn our vision before our wedding came then executed those visions and more seamlessly. Our wedding videos and photos were absolutely beautiful with so much talent put into them! BEST photographer and videographer! Can’t imagine having gone with anyone else!
Adrianna and A., 9 months ago
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Cook Captures 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hi there, my name is Caleb but most people call me Cook. I spent almost 13 years in the southeast filming weddings, events, corporate gigs and commercials. I moved to California in 2012 and pursued a different career. A couple years ago I decided to get back into event videography and started Cook Captures. When shooting events I have a very hands off candid style. I love to capture people naturally having fun, enjoying the day and creating memories. Every event I film is unique and each film ends up with it’s own story and narrative that fit the couple, venue, guests and overall vibe of your wedding.

Awarded Best of Zola
Caleb Cook and Cook Captures are top-notch in video production. Caleb's punctuality and clear communication make working with him a breeze. He brings fun and warmth to every event. Plus, his video editing skills turn moments into captivating stories. If you want quality videos with a friendly touch, Cook Captures is the way to go.
Peter Boyadjian, a year ago
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Films by Nadia 

4.8

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

Born and raised in Ecuador, Nadia Belen moved to New Jersey at age 8 where she was raised in a cultural melting pot within close proximity to New York City. Straight out of college, she became part of a wedding collective in the New York metropolitan area as a videographer in 2019. Currently residing in Los Angeles, Nadia continues to focus on capturing raw and organic moments in everyday life through street photography, music videos, and of course wedding films.

From the moment we met Nadia, we knew we were in good hands. Her easygoing communication style immediately put us at ease, and her commitment to capturing every special moment on our wedding day was evident. The quality of Films by Nadia's work is truly outstanding - Nadia was incredibly detail-oriented, ensuring she got the perfect shot, and her creativity elevated our vision in ways we never could have imagined. Nadia's welcoming aura made her a pleasure to have around, and her attention to detail meant nothing had to be repeated. We're so happy with the final product and would highly recommend Films by Nadia to any couple looking for a videographer who will deliver an exceptional final product on time.
Laura S., 6 months ago
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KS Media Productions 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Based in Southern California - filming wherever your love goes. With 5 years as a professional videographer, I discovered a passion for filming weddings and documenting moments that’ll last forever. I have a background in video production and as a colorist as well as a degree in Film Production from NYU.

We are so grateful to have had such an amazing videographer for our wedding! From the moment he arrived, he was professional, friendly, and made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera. He worked seamlessly throughout the day, capturing every special moment without ever feeling intrusive. His passion and attention to detail were evident, and we could tell he truly cares about creating something special for his couples. While we haven’t received our video yet, we have no doubt that it’s going to be absolutely incredible. Based on his professionalism and the way he handled everything on the big day, we are beyond excited to relive our wedding through his work! If you’re looking for a videographer who is not only talented but also a joy to work with, we highly recommend him. We can’t wait to see the final result!
Mylee M., a month ago
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BENJAMIN THOMAS FILM 

5.0

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

My name is Ben. I am a LA-based Wedding Filmmaker who runs on emotion-driven films that tell the story of you as a couple. The wedding day for sure! - But lets be honest, the wedding day is only whatit is because of who you are together before and after the day is done. Let's get some of that. That's the stuff that lasts longer than a few years after your wedding. The stuff your kids will pull out and watch.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ben is such a talented videographer! We are super happy with the film and had a great experience working with him. His artistic take on editing and music makes the film an emotion triggering art piece. We also really appreciate his support during the pandemic. We had to reschedule twice during the whole process, not only was he flexible, he didn't even raise the price after two years and flew all the way to Seattle for our wedding. Thank you, Ben!
LIXIN & X., 3 years ago
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The Shalom Imaginative 

5.0

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

We are The Shalom Imaginative, wedding videographers in Los Angeles with a candid, documentary style. Our videos are never cheesy or boring and capture the true essence of your day. We want you to always remember how your celebration felt.

The Shalom Imaginative are EXCELLENT photographers for any event or occasion! From the start, Nate and his team made my fiancé and I feel we were in good hands for our wedding day. They are friendly, professional and answered all our questions quickly throughout the process. Our photographer for the day was Igor. He was fun to have around and also delivered amazing photos in a big way! We were so happy with how our photos turned out that we bought two photo albums afterwards (one for us and one to gift to my mother in law). We are so happy we went with the Shalom Imaginative for our big day and highly recommend them to anyone in need of photographers!
Vanessa & M., 2 years ago
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550Park Luxury Wedding Films 

5.0

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

Brent is considered one of the top wedding cinematographers based out of the Northeastern USA. He frequently travels the globe, documenting weddings for couples who deserve the best of the best. After growing up in Central Jersey, Brent chose to move down to Nashville for college and then shortly after graduation, officially founded 550Park out of New York City. He is a passionate tennis player, chef, and world adventurer.

Awarded Best of Zola
550Park has been the most responsive, most professional, and most accommodating of all the vendors we had at our wedding. Brent spent a great deal of time preparing, providing professional advice, and making sure we got exactly what we wanted. I'm generally a cheap person, willing to cut a few corners in order to save money. My now husband was not willing to cut any corners when it came to videography, though. I now agree that we (or he) made a wonderful decision hiring 550Park as our videographer. I couldn't ask for more.
Kylie H., a year ago
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Motel Cinema 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Fueled by nostalgic recalling we aim to create a film that is timeless and authentic. Motel Cinema is based out of San Diego, Ca and our approach to weddings is inspired by the untraditional travelers before us, who hit the road in search of adventure into the unknown. We don't like boxes and we don't want wedding films that fit into one. If that tickles your fancy let's get weird.

Awarded Best of Zola
One of the best decisions we made for our wedding was to hire Motel Cinema! As an entertainment marketer, specifically for documentaries, how our wedding would be documented was top of mind for me and I met with quite a few videographers. Brandon completely exceeded my expectations with the moments he caught on film, the editing, the music, the vibe. I really felt like he saw us and reflected it all back to us in the most special way which we will cherish for the rest of our lives. He was an absolute joy to work with through the entire process- easy to communicate with and quick, but also a relaxed energy that fit seamlessly into our wedding weekend. I cannot recommend Motel Cinema enough and I’m so so grateful that we were connected.
Joelle, 8 months ago
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A Beautiful Union 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hire one team for photography and videography! We are a wedding studio based in Portland, Oregon. We strive to capture timeless, heartfelt, and sincere imagery for couples in Portland and across the West Coast.

We cannot say enough positive things about A Beautiful Union and the work they did to capture our wedding on July 9th, 2022. Nathan (the on-site) videographer blended into our day seamlessly and Daniel was professional and friendly from the get go. Our wedding day was full of emotion and some unique storylines, The Beautiful Union team weaved each piece together in a video we will hold close to our hearts forever.
Alexis S., 4 months ago
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Weddings by LDF 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA
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Weddings by LDF specializes in documentary wedding films that place an emphasis on real, authentic moments. By preserving natural tones you're getting a film that looks classic and true to life. Owner Ray Lewis has been in business for more than nine years. He and his team film more than 300 love stories per year, and each celebration moves and inspires them all over again. Ray and his team don’t just enjoy what they do; they feel blessed to share in something truly extraordinary. They love making connections with their clients and witnessing moments that touch the heart.

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LDF films is AMAZING! They are so professional and so friendly. This was a part of the wedding day I did not need to worry about because Ray and his team had everything flowing great! I could not recommend them more!
Mary Fogleman N., 7 months ago
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Enchanted Captures 

5.0

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

Wedding videography is my side hustle. I love capturing peoples days and making them a product that they will have for years to come. I work in the entertainment industry full time and freelance video edit on the side. I also do photography as well. I do photography, videography and content creation.

Awarded Best of Zola
She did an amazing job capturing our day. What we wanted was a video that showed exactly what it was like to be at our wedding, and we felt that the video we received did exactly that. Her edits tied in speeches with some of the fun happening at the wedding seamlessly. She even included footage that corresponded to what was being said in the audio. We felt our video came out very special and it is something we will cherish forever.
Cecilia, 2 years ago
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Honey Mate Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Honey Mate is a passionate duo who prioritizes telling your unique love story. Our mission is to take you on a journey of you and your partners day, highlighting the moments, people, and scenery that are most important to you. We offer every couple a one-on-one call to discover how we can make you the cinematic experience of your dreams, where love is always the main subject.

Honey Mate Films was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding videography. From our first interaction, their fun and approachable communication style put us at ease and made the process feel seamless. On the day of our wedding, they blended in perfectly, capturing every moment in a natural and unobtrusive way. The final video they delivered was truly amazing - it encapsulated the joy and love of our special day in a way that feels timeless. We are so grateful to have these beautiful memories preserved forever thanks to Honey Mate Films. Their incredible work and value are unmatched, and we couldn't recommend them more highly.
Diego W., a month ago
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Scarpace Weddings 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

My journey as a wedding videographer is driven by a deep ethical commitment to provide a service that is not only professional but also heartfelt and responsible. I understand that your wedding day is one of the most significant moments in your life, and my approach is rooted in capturing these memories with the utmost care and sincerity. I pride myself on transparency, ensuring that every couple knows exactly what to expect from my services. From clear communication to respecting your privacy and preferences, my goal is to create a trusting relationship with every client.

Justin's professionalism truly shone through at John and Kayla's November 2023 wedding. As a seasoned wedding videographer, he demonstrated the utmost respect for all vendors involved in the event. Justin's commitment to excellence was evident as he arrived earlier than most, ensuring he had ample time to coordinate with fellow vendors. His proactive approach included checking in with everyone involved, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the event's dynamics. Justin meticulously planned the setup of his lights, going the extra mile to communicate and collaborate effectively. When we requested to drape floral designs over his light stands, Justin's cooperative spirit and valuable suggestions enhanced the overall aesthetic. Not only did Justin accommodate our requests, but he also provided insightful feedback on optimal locations for better support, showcasing his expertise in creating visually stunning scenes. The collaboration was seamless, reflecting his dedication to delivering a flawless wedding videography experience.
Sarah Walter, a year ago
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Dream Images real life motion pictures 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Artistic Emotional Cinema. Dream Images. I am an innovator, and highly motivated. My experience with cinema camera, lenses, Steadicam stabilizer, audio, and lighting allows me to confidently and enthusiastically create exciting real life motion pictures, starring YOU. I will be open and honest with you, and quickly show you what I can bring to your special day. Let me know exactly what you want, and I will work consistently with you to provide it. My goal is to create movies and videos which are authentically you.

Bruce gave us exactly what we asked for and the entire experience was easy and seamless especially compared to most wedding vendors. We wanted more documentary style footage, which he provided us throughout the full night, as well as some beautiful video editing for key moments. Bruce captured everything and you never even knew he was there, worked well with the photographer and is nothing but professional. Bonus, the prices are incredible reasonable.
Kathleen, 3 years ago
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Sun Hand Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hello! I am based in Phoenix but travel all over! With over 12 years of wedding experience I love creating documentary style films. Using super 8 + digital video blended together to create fun and playful videography for weddings and elopements!

We had an amazing experience working with Sun Hand Films for our wedding photography/videography. Kendra and her team were incredibly friendly, clear, and helpful throughout the entire process. Their communication was top-notch, and they made sure the timeline went smoothly on the big day. The quality of their work is truly gorgeous - their candid, documentary-style work captured all the special moments in a beautiful and authentic way. You can tell Kendra is a seasoned pro at handling weddings, and her use of a Super 8 camera created such a unique and stunning final product. I loved seeing her final wedding gallery and would highly recommend Sun Hand Films to any couple looking for talented, reliable wedding creative.
Michelle, 5 months ago
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Reel Love Video 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,749
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA for additional fees

Reel Love is dedicated to providing wedding videography services to all couples looking to get married. Although each couple and every wedding is unique, we notice and appreciate the commonalities each share. Love, family, friendship, and tradition are at the forefront of every wedding we've had the privilege of filming. We look forward to telling your love story!

Awarded Best of Zola
Ashina was a joy to work with throughout the entire wedding process. We decided somewhat late in the game that we wanted to have our ceremony recorded, and Ashina went above and beyond to accommodate. She was open and upfront on pricing and expectations, and offered us a great deal. She responded to every question and request we had quickly. On the day of, she traveled a far distance over the 4th of July weekend to record our 20 minute ceremony. She was professional, and none of the guests nor wedding party even noticed she was there filming. She turned the final video around in about a week, and it was incredible video quality and sound, and included some wonderful shots of the crowd before the ceremony. We've only been married a few weeks and we've already watched it several times, and will enjoy it for years to come. We'd highly recommend Ashina to anyone looking for a wedding videographer!
Maggie M., 8 months ago
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Purple Thistle Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi! I am a wedding filmmaker and award winning documentary filmmaker, shooting digital and Super 8 film. I am also a birth doula/photographer. I consider wedding days exciting opportunities to step into communities and make something beautiful that reflects who people are and their experience. Get in touch if you are in search of an artist with great instincts who can encapsulate your day authentically, reflecting the spontaneity of the moment. I focus on four offerings: Digital raw footage only (colored and assembled) / Digital 3-6 min films / Super 8 films / Digital 40-70 minute films. Happy to travel for an aligned vision. Love all love.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hugest hugs and thank yous for all you did for our wedding. We could not be more appreciative that you were there with us. We both absolutely loved the way you handled everything on the day and talked about it many times. Your presence was joyful and calming and fit right in. You have a natural intuitive sense of where to be and how, which we really noticed and appreciated. Dave made a comment about how the best cinematographers have a quality that is hard to describe but that has to do with connection to others, reading situations, and holding space…Not to mention how great your patience and help was with all the logistical items that we were too overwhelmed to be on top of ourselves!! We planned to plug in the drives and quickly click through the footage yesterday to make sure it all worked ok technically, but we ended up spending an hour and a half glued to the screen in tears!! We are both over the moon with your work, it’s exactly what we wanted. It’s hard to believe our luck with getting you on board. All this to say — thank you!!!!
Leigh + D., 2 years ago
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Allyamore Visuals 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

* $250 off remaining Spring 2025 dates! * A close knit team of photographers and filmmakers lead by me, Ally - specializing in preserving the moments of your day in a creative intentional way! I believe no matter who, what budget, where, and when - your day deserves to be captured beautifully. • 60+ 5 star reviews on Google • Close team of 6 photographers, videographers and content creators with no outsourcing ever - and all editing done by Ally herself to maintain consistency • No travel fees for USA full weddings • Afterpay Accepted

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I have worked with Ally both as a vendor and as a client and she creates some stunning work. Absolutely a dream to work with and a well rounded creative. Thanks for all the hard work you have done!
Cassie S., 3 months ago
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Hereafter Films - Wedding Photo & Video 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA for additional fees

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

Where do I even begin with this dynamic duo? We could not have asked for a better video team to capture our day. From their communication prior to and on our wedding day, to their ability to make us feel like their best friends (aka so comfortable in front of the camera!), they kept surprising us with their talent. Not to mention the incredible film they created for us - better than we could have ever even imagined! Thank you thank you!!
Mia & J., 4 years ago

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About wedding videographers in Santa Monica, CA

How much do couples typically pay for wedding videography in Santa Monica, CA?

In Santa Monica, CA, wedding videography ranges from $100 to $10,000 and averages at $2,800. The cost reflects the videographer's ability to capture and edit the footage of your special day.

Do most videographers capture drone footage?

92% of videographers in Santa Monica, CA have Drone capabilities!

Which are the most popular videographers in Santa Monica, CA?

Some of the most popular videographers in this area include Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film (Video Listing), Eivan's Photo & Video and Pluvia Studios.

What's the most common type of deliverables for videographers in Santa Monica, CA?

Most videographers offer a Highlight reel or Short feature deliverable.

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