The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Ynez, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Ynez, CA

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in Santa Ynez, CA

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Vivid Vision Events 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

My work combines traditional wedding photography with a creative, artistic vision. Each wedding is a unique love story, and my goal is to capture the essence and emotions that define your special day. Published in: The Washington Post, Vogue Italia, Mob Journal, Flanelle Magazine, among others. INTERNATIONAL PRIZES: Photolucida Critical Mass 2022 Finalist, Encontros da Imagem finalist 2022. He received the AAF Jim Shipley Scholarship Award in 2020, NIDA Symposium, Life Framer, The Independent photographer, PDN EDU, Budapest International Photo Awards, Tokyo International Photo Awards and Artslant among others.

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Ney was amazing throughout the planning process and the day of! We loved our engagement photos and were floored by our wedding photos! He was able to capture a lot of laughs and love through the photos. My husband hates posing for photos, but Ney was able to guide both of us for the perfect picture. Unfortunately our wedding day got rained out by a tropical storm so we weren’t able to take many of the planned photos outside. Ney was super kind and offered to meet up with us after our honeymoon to take those shots that we couldn’t the day of. Forever grateful for that. Thank you so much! We’ll treasure these memories forever!
Ashley A., 4 months ago
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Luna + Lion Photo Co 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

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

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Luna Lion Photo Co. were an absolute joy to work with for our wedding! From the moment we first spoke with Kayti, we knew we were in good hands. She has such a friendly, knowledgeable, and fun communication style that immediately put us at ease. On the day of, Kayti was a calming presence and so much fun to be around, while still remaining incredibly professional. The final photos were truly stunning - the edit style is amazing and the poses felt so natural. We were blown away by the quality of their work, from our engagement shoot to the welcome party and everything in between. It honestly felt like we could be friends if we lived closer! We are so grateful to Kayti and the Luna Lion team for capturing our special day so beautifully.
Amanda K., 2 months ago
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Jessica Yahn Photography 

5.0

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

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, and I am so happy that you are considering including us to be a part of it. I commit to a limited number of Weddings per year to ensure that your day remains a priority. Photography is all about connection and your photographer will be one of the biggest and longest-lasting connections you’ll share with any of your wedding vendors. I strive to create beautiful portraits, but also a lasting relationship with my couples. When you book with us, you are not just a client, you become part of the JYP family! I am honored to have the opportunity to laugh…to cry…to share your love story.

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Where do I even start? Jessica is probably hands down the easiest person we worked with on our wedding. We unintentionally scheduled our wedding on Mother's day and this was obviously an important day for her, but she worked with us anyway. She worked through our foolishness (my husband and I are incapable of being serious in most situations), and often would join in on the fun. She also provided a schedule of events which was incredibly helpful for me as I had no idea what I was doing. Jessica is an amazing photographer, but that is not really the best quality here. She is an amazing person all around and I highly recommend her!
Jessica E., 17 days ago
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Meghan Blanton Photography 

4.6

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

I'm an inclusive photographer, working hard to tell your honest story through photographs. I welcome people from all walks of life. I don't welcome assholes -- bigots be damned. My Philosophy? I believe in capturing the big moments, but the small moments too. I believe in being true to yourself and true to each other. I believe in capturing true emotions, both good and bad. I believe that photographs are keys that can unlock the past after years have gone by, and that looking at the past is how we move towards the future.

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Working with Meghan isn't a service--it's an experience. Meghan eschews the cookie-cutter mechanisms of the wedding industry to embrace the individuality and vision of the couple. She walked us through her technique while addressing our wants and needs for the big day. Whether it's a traditional all-out party or intimate elopement, we cannot recommend her enough 3
Kelly B., 5 months ago
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Lucia Giuseppina Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

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

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We are so happy we chose Lucia to capture our elopement. Lucia is professional, fast to respond to emails and texts, helpful with decisions, accommodating to any requests, concerns, and excited to give advice. Duncan and I really wanted our photographer to capture our true emotion and to get candids of us, and Lucia DID THAT! The day felt blissful and a key point for us was that we got to enjoy the day without it feeling solely like a photoshoot which I think speaks to Lucias talent and confidence in her craft. She was good at giving guiding advice for posing without us feeling posed. I put together a Pinterest board and shot list which she really did a great job pulling inspiration from. The photos are stunning and the exact style we envisioned. Also, our sneak peak was huge and she got them to us very fast. If you are torn between photographers or are just starting your research, you're in very safe hands to stop here. We hope to continue reaching out to Lucia in the future when we start a family.
Kirin P., 2 months ago
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Ryan Michaels Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

On a budget? Ryan Michaels Photography is committed to creating priceless imagery at unbeatable rates! We believe you deserve a collection of artwork that is both memorable AND affordable! Our COMPLETE $,1200 wedding offer is unlike ANYTHING else in the industry!!! Are you experiencing sticker shock when you see other photographers charging three, four, even five thousand dollars!?! It's crazy! We believe that families deserve great service, beautiful photography, and all without breaking the bank! Our $1,200 WEDDING offer is simply the BEST DEAL you could possibly find- beautiful imagery you expect, at a price you can't believe!

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Thank you for a picture perfect day, and for assuring everything went according to schedule! I felt you taught us how to “wedding” as we went— from the cake cutting to the dances, you both rocked and kept us on schedule!!! Thank you for everything.
Justice T., 8 months ago
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Laura Alexandra Photography 

4.3

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

We are a family owned company that started in 2014. This was my dream and so I decided to name my company after my daughter "Laura Alexandra" since she was the reason for starting my company. We offer many different types of sessions but our passion is capturing love. From engagements to weddings we are there to capture every moment for everlasting memories.

I am OBSESSED with our engagement and wedding photos!! Everybody complimented us saying we had the BEST photos ever! We had a blast working with Andy, who took our engagement photos, and with Laura Alexandra, who took our wedding photos. I couldn’t be happier with them and I am still looking forward to seeing our wedding video! Thank you for capturing such wonderful memories!
Chels, 2 months ago
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MoonTide Media 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

Photography truly has a full grip on my soul– I love EVERYTHING about capturing special moments to be forever held in time! I consider my style to be way more candid, as I truly adore capturing an authentic experience that is almost tangible to the person viewing the photo. I want the viewer to feel the emotion and as if they were there with us right back in that moment. I love realness of a perfect candid shot…my goal—especially with couples—is to get to the heart of their connection and connect with my couples, as well, to truly make them feel comfortable in front of the lens so that we can get to those authentic magic shots!

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We had the best experience with Shannon on our wedding day! She was very communicative before hand and the day of was ran very smoothly. She made us all feel very comfortable and stress free. She provided us an awesome sneak peek shortly after our wedding and the online gallery within the promised time frame. Her work is beautiful and exactly what we could have hoped for! Her services are also very affordable and customizable to what you desire or can afford. I would highly recommend!!
Typhani, a month ago
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Kim-Trang Photography 

5.0

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

After working 10+ years in corporate America in NYC, California and traveling the globe, I found myself wanting more than what the traditional career path had set for me. I stumbled into photography while I was on maternity leave with my oldest and started a side hustle that I had no idea was going to turn into a complete career change years later. From the very first wedding I shot, I knew I was onto something. And ever since then, I haven't looked back.

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Kim-Trang Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the start, Kim’s communication style was ahead of the game - she was warm, friendly, and we were excited to have her on our team. Kim is talented and committed and truly captured the joy and intimacy of our special day. She connected with us and our family in a way that felt more like having a friend there than just a vendor. One of our favorite touches was the sweet Polaroids she left with our wedding cards - the perfect surprise when we were feeling a bit of the post-wedding blues. We couldn't be happier with the sneak peeks we've seen so far and can't wait to see the full gallery. Kim-Trang Photography went above and beyond to make our wedding day truly unforgettable.
Julie and D., 2 months ago
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Sarah Lindholm Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

I’m sure your mind is racing with all that needs to be planned. It’s all very exciting but it can also be somewhat overwhelming. You’re planning the day that you’ve been anticipating your whole life and yet you only get one shot at it! By the time you get the hang of it, the planning is over! My goal as a wedding photographer is to make this one aspect of the planning process simple. Photography is more than just images, it’s a real part of your day. Not only do you deserve beautiful images, you also deserve an amazing photographic experience.

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Sarah is literally our family photographer. She’s photographed our wedding, our engagement photos, and recently our maternity photos! She kills it every time and gives you the most beautiful photos you can treasure forever. What I love most about her is how down to earth she is and you will have a blast during your session! She’s so personable and you’ll feel like you have known her forever. RUN don’t walk to get your photos taken by Sarah!!!
Ashley, a year ago
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Frankely Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

Photography has been a lifelong passion for me and I truly found my happy place when I started photographing weddings. Capturing every relationship and everything that makes it unique and beautiful make my heart all warm and fuzzy. I am here for all of the silly laughs and intimate snuggles. I am always going to make those around me feel comfortable; this might be by making jokes at my own expense or it could be showing you photos as I take them to make sure you see what a freakin’ BABE you are.

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I honestly can’t say enough good things about Frankely Photography! From the moment we met Emily for our engagement session, she made us feel completely at ease. On our wedding day, Emily and Wilson were a dream team—fun, calming, and so easy to work with. They worked seamlessly together, creating a relaxed and joyful vibe while capturing every moment. The photos are absolutely stunning, perfectly capturing every detail and emotion. We’re so grateful for how they told the story of our day through their incredible photos, and we’ll definitely be turning to Frankely Photography to capture more special moments for us!
Beth R., 23 days ago
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Krista Brackin Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,575
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

I’m Krista - a hybrid luxury wedding photographer and mother of two. I am blessed with the opportunity to be a small part of my couple's stories at one of the most wonderful, delicate times in their lives!

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Krista was an absolute dream to work with from the start. She was so helpful putting together the timeline which was something I was very worried about, but she was spot on for how long things would take. The photos are absolutely gorgeous, and Krista had us go all around our wedding venue to get the most beautiful pictures from all of the wonderful spots our venue had to offer. Her photos are so light and bright, and she did an amazing job capturing my very colorful flowers! She made us feel so comfortable during all the portraits, and we had such a good time with her and her second shooter Amanda. Our families and wedding party also told us how great she was to work with!! Highly highly recommend, especially if you're getting married at Brandywine Manor House!
Gina, a year ago
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Lightfall Imagery 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees
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Instagram: Lightfallimagery /// I am based near San Francisco but I book weddings and other shoots worldwide. I charge $325/hr or $2,600 for 8 hours with a free engagement shoot and photograph all types of events with a focus on wedding, engagement, and boudoir photography. Add-ons can include packages with a videographer and second shooters. Message me for more details!

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Victoria is an amazing photographer to work with! I found her on relatively short notice for my proposal (she said yes!) and had to change my plans due to inclement weather, to which Vic was flexible enough to accommodate. She was able to hideout to catch the moment candidly, followed by a beautiful beach photoshoot. Thank you Victoria for being part of our special moment!
Nijoel M., 8 days ago
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Kristen Campbell Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,800
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

I’m Kristen, your Napa-based natural light photographer effortlessly capturing your wedding with a little humor and a lot of heart. Are you a KCP Couple? Are you kind, vivacious, and have impeccable style? Do you appreciate the finer details? Are you classy, but still enjoy a good sense of humor? Do you love when things run on time? Do you know how to throw a good party? If you said yes to any of these, then I believe this is the start of something beautiful!

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From the very beginning, Kristen made us feel comfortable. She was able to take charge when it rained on our wedding day and delayed the ceremony by over an hour. I do not know what we would have done without her!! She kept everyone laughing and relaxed, and for that I cannot thank her enough. Even with the delay, she was able to finish the family pictures, our couples pics, and the wedding party AND still managed to get us to the reception ON TIME! She was absolutely incredible and even our wedding planner was so impressed by her! The pictures turned out to be everything we imagined and more and we cannot recommend her enough to our friends and family.
Briana, 7 months ago
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Magnolia Pine 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees
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Hi – I’m Lauren Bolan, Owner, Photographer & Graphic Designer of Magnolia Pine. I currently reside in Cleveland, Ohio, the land that I love! I absolutely enjoy capturing & creating timeless pieces for my clients and their special day! There is just something magical about weddings & special events! I’m super detail oriented and I’m very particular, so you can be assured that I will take good care of your products and put so much love into them!

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Having Lauren as our wedding photographer was an absolute joy! She was professional but also made us feel so comfortable! She captured all of our special moments and went above and beyond our expectations!
Cassandra P., 2 months ago
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Poppy & Hive Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

Poppy & Hive is the husband-and-wife team of Chris & Erinn Austin. Our roots are in California, and we now call Utah home. We've been capturing love all over the world since 2014, published in numerous wedding blogs and on the covers of wedding magazines. We are a family of five here in Utah, spending out time outdoors, exploring the national parks, hiking, and all the nature that Utah has to offer!

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Poppy & Hive Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From our first interaction, their communication was awesome, excellent, and kind. The quality of their work is top tier - they captured memories on camera that will last a lifetime. The photos are absolutely gorgeous. On the day of our wedding, they made me feel calm and ensured I was completely satisfied. They ended up staying the whole time, which was very special. Poppy & Hive is a husband and wife duo who work so well together, and their passion for their craft really shines through in their work.
Lindsey, 5 days ago
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Bogdanov photography 

5.0

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

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

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

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,900
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Kelsey Sheehan Photography was founded in 2019. I made the jump into being a professional photographer to follow my heart and work in a career path that I love! When I am not working you can find me baking with country or 90s/00s R&B blasting, sitting by the fire with my neighbors, doing yoga, kickboxing, jiu jitsu, or hiking with my family. Okay, and maybe binge watching Schitt's Creek, Gilmore Girls, or Grey's Anatomy for the hundredth time.

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Kelsey was absolutely amazing to work with. I am still in awe at even just the sneak peek of of wedding photos I have from our wedding just recently and looking forward to seeing the remaining. Connecting with Kelsey and making sure we were a good match for the type of photos we were seeking was just the start of the amazing process. We did our engagement photos also with her and her support and guidance along the way was unmatched. She truly understands the many concerns and questions and she was so quick to ease the stress and panic that one might have over probably the silliest of things that seem so major to the bride in the moment. I felt so guided to make sure everything I dreamed of came true. Beyond just her amazing skills and professionalism she is genuinely the sweetest and so easy to communicate with, she made us feel so at ease. I am so glad and thankful we worked with Kelsey!
Kirsten G., 21 days ago
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Dasha Murashka 

5.0

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

I'm in love with human emotions, either it's laughing till it hurts or tears of happiness. When your man hugs you so strong, that you can't breathe or when your dad is crying (for the first time in his life!) listening to your vows at the altar. I do believe, that these un-staged moments are more meaningful than classy portraits on a sunset (but no worries, you'll plenty of both!) If you feel like we are on the same page - let's talk! Write me a few words about who you are, tell me your story and let's create something beautiful together!

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If you are reading this, go book Dasha! The wedding photographer was the most important vendor for us. After talking to many photographers, we ended up booking Dasha and that's the best decision we've ever made. Through our engagement session, we got so comfortable in front of her camera and the photos turned out great. Ahead of the wedding, I had a final meeting with Dasha and you could tell that she cares about her couples and gives good advice on the timeline. On the wedding day, her professionalism and creativity made the day so easy for us, and we didn't need to give her a long shortlist because we trusted her. When we received the full gallery, we were so BLOWN AWAY. The editing style speaks for itself. We also loved the way she documented our special - it feels very natural and authentic. Many of our families and friends asked us who our photographer was, and we cannot recommend Dasha enough. Thank you, Dasha!!
Doris, a month ago
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1828 Collective 

5.0

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

Hi, I'm McKenna! The person behind the camera and a hopeless romantic. I describe my photography style as candid, romantic, and timeless. My goal is to make a human connection with all my clients and deliver images that you'll love forever. I started 1828 Collective in 2016 after I realized that capturing relationships and telling love stories was my passion. Four years later I'm so in love with my job that I often forget I'm working. I find joy in capturing love, hearing about how you met, and everything in between.

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I have had the pleasure of knowing McKenna for a few years. She has been a critical part in capturing my ever changing life, and I would not want it any other way! Any one in search of a professional photographer who captures every sweet moment all while being a center for calmness in chaos, this is your girl!!!
Allie, 2 years ago
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Datura Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

Hi! I’m Jules. I like to think of myself as an artistic storyteller. I love capturing LOVE and have been a professional photographer for 12+ years (don’t let the baby face fool you). I want to know what makes you & your partner tick. Every couple is different & I love making your photos feel like YOU. (& for you to feel super hot, obv.) I would love to share full galleries with you and would be HONORED to create art with you on your dreamiest day! Storytelling is why I do this day in and day out. We don’t do boring over here ;)

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Jules and her husband were INCREDIBLE. They were there at every important moment capturing it all and did SO well with my little nephews who were not having a good time taking photos. So thankful for these two! Their editing style is dark and moody and PERFECT.
Mallory E., 2 months ago
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Through Lindsey's Lens 

5.0

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

I’m an inclusive intimate wedding and elopement photographer located in Colorado (or anywhere you take me!). I love photographing elopements and my approach to shooting is to bring out the playful energy in my couples and prioritize their connection to one another as well as my connection with them. I travel to ALL 50 states as well as internationally!

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Through Lindsey's Lens Photography was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding day. Lindsey's communication throughout the planning process was perfect - she was always very clear about what information she needed from me, and her reminder emails were extremely helpful in keeping me organized and on track. I've only received photo previews so far, but even those are stunning. Lindsey's attention to detail and artistic eye are unmatched, and I could not be happier with our choice of photographer. On the wedding day itself, Lindsey meshed incredibly well with all of our guests and brought a fun, relaxed energy that made the formal photo sessions fly by smoothly. The photos feel vibrant, organic and full of joy. I can't recommend Through Lindsey's Lens highly enough for wedding photography!
Autumn D., 4 months ago
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Ra Weddings 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,499
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

Hello there! I'm Ra. Congratulation, you just made your wedding day much better and more fun. My name is Karim Ibrahim, but please call me Ra. You will probably pronounce my name wrong, and I’ll laugh at you. I'm a destination luxury wedding, engagement, elopement, and family photographer. My main goal is to shoot weddings all over the world, so just pack me in your luggage I’m skinny and I'll try to fit.

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Ra was awesome, we booked him for my engagement photoshoot. We spoke in advance and went over ideas for the day and then he went to it. he arrived on time and snapped away. he got views that we didn't even think of. he made the shoot go that much smoother. he has a great personality and great sense of humor which is why I’m laughing in most of the pictures. he also gave us so many ideas and stuff to do to look more natural instead of just telling us what to do. he was doing the pose first with his assistant to show us how it’s done and the tips and tricks to make it look natural. We appreciated all the knowledge that Ra brought! We can't thank him enough. he highlighted my dress and how big it was in certain poses which made my dress look just awesome and stunning. everyone loved the pictures and I’m just in love with this shot especially. thanks Ra again, definitely recommended.
Nayira, 2 years ago
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Wild Opal Photo + Film 

5.0

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

We are a husband and wife, photo and video team traveling all over the world to capture your special day! We are professional flies on the wall...but like if those flies were wearing shoes. We capture everything from large weddings to elopements.

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Courtney at Wild Opal is simply exceptional. From start to finish, Courtney's attention to detail and her dedication to ensuring every aspect of our wedding was perfect were evident. She’s incredibly intentional, making sure even the smallest details were attended to and taken care of. Courtney is one of the friendliest and most relatable people you’ll ever meet. She has a unique ability to connect with others on every level, making the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. She not only overcomes obstacles with grace but also ensures that everyone is having fun. On our wedding day, Courtney made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. She worked seamlessly with our day-of coordinator, ensuring everything went smoothly. Her professionalism and warmth are truly unmatched. We highly recommend Courtney at Wild Opal to anyone looking for a photographer who will not only meet but exceed your wedding day needs. The gallery tells our love story so well, and we can’t stop staring at the beauty captured! Beyond stoked about these!
Nic N., 5 months ago
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Olker Wedding Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

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

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Heather Olker of Olker Wedding Photo was an amazing artist to work with from start to finish. As a great listener, she was very respectful of our wishes and took the time to understand our vision for our special day. Punctual and ready to capture every moment, Heather was loving and passionate about her craft. She listened closely to the details that were important to us, like our Disney-inspired wedding in the Carousel Museum in CT, and made sure to beautifully document all the magical moments, from our engagement photos in NYC's Times Square and Central Park to the carousel at our ceremony. We are thrilled with the final results and couldn't be happier that we chose Olker Wedding Photo to be a part of our wedding.
Xaxia & W., 23 days ago
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Carlsbad Photo 

5.0

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

I’ve been happily married for almost 27 years. I have three awesome sons. My parakeets Kiwi and Sparky are very social, meaning very loud! Champagne (maybe that’s why I love weddings) and sushi lover here! Photography has been my passion ever since my dad gave me my first film camera and introduced me to the dark room at age of 10. I lived in Japan for 12 years, and even performed on a stage there. I’m always up for a great road trip! I love tuna fishing. I love hats and want to wear them everyday (over 20 hats in my collection). I’ve been shooting beautiful weddings for almost 10 years. I secretly cry at every wedding.

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Irina is an awesome and experienced photographer which is helpful when you have no idea what to expect on your wedding day. She works with you and your coordinator to make sure you get the shots you want. She even recommended some based on previous weddings she did at our venue. The planning process was straightforward and her rates were reasonable. On the day of the wedding she helped us get ready and reassured us that everything would be okay. She never stopped taking pictures and captured some wonderful moments throughout the night. We anxiously awaited our photos and they turned out better than we expected. She did a wonderful job capturing all the important memories. All of the pictures were gorgeous and she really made you feel special. We definitely recommend her to anyone getting married in the Carlsbad area!
Christina, 2 years ago
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Banker Creative 

5.0

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

**We are new to Zola but not new wedding photographers.** Banker Creative is a small business consisting of myself Joe, and my wife Ashley. We are a Husband + Wife Creative Team that specializes in documenting weddings. We call Ohio home, but we are grateful to have the opportunity to continue to capture weddings all over the country. So far we have worked in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Colorado, Utah, Virgina, West Virginia and Washington DC. We can't wait to visit more states and experience new places!

Joe and Ashley were easy to work with on our engagement and wedding photography. They had great attention to detail and gave great direction for each shot. We would hire them again and recommend them to anyone looking for a photographer.
Lauren S., 4 months ago
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Melissa Cervantes Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

I have 12 years of photography experience, 6 years in the industry and have shot more than 180 weddings. Safe to say, this IS my passion. Couples and wedding photography can be SO stressful--the pressure to look and be a certain way or follow trends is INTENSE. Wedding stress is real and I am anti it all the way. For my couples, they're job is just to show up and have fun. I will do ALL the rest!

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From the moment we first spoke with Melissa, we knew we had found the perfect wedding photographer. Her communication was prompt, thorough, and reliable, and she was such a friendly and calming presence throughout the entire process. Aside from capturing incredible photos that truly encapsulate the magic of our special day, Melissa went above and beyond the call of duty - she even helped us find an amazing DJ and assisted me with a last-minute wedding dress mishap! Working with Melissa was an absolute no-brainer, and she was by far the most stand-out vendor we had the pleasure of working with. The photos she delivered speak for themselves, and we are forever grateful for the fun, joyful, and professional way she contributed to making our wedding day so incredibly special.
Taylor C., 12 days ago
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JetStream Productions 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

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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We loved our pictures and videos! The fact that this amazing husband and wife theme came out to Vegas was just amazing and how affordable priced they were! They were able to pivot locations because it rained on our wedding day and being on call with texting and phone calling! We love the pictures and videos they took at our reception and the overall Final Cut of our wedding video! We love looking back and remembering our special day and how they captured it! We highly recommend their amazing service!
Janet Ahmadzai, 7 months ago
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Meininger Media LLC 

5.0

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

Hi, I’m Katy—a Michigan-based wedding photographer who loves to travel! I’ve been capturing love stories since 2016, blending vibrant, warm, and moody vibes with a mix of documentary, candid, and romantic styles. I’m a goofball at heart, so if you’re worried about feeling awkward in front of the camera, don’t be—we’ll have fun and create photos you’ll love. When I’m not behind the lens, I’m enjoying good food (send me your bar and restaurant recs!), live music, or cheering on the Detroit Red Wings. Let’s connect and tell your story your way!

Awarded Best of Zola
Katy is AMAZING! Our photos turned incredible and were everything we dreamed of. Not only that, Katy was such a wonderful part of our day. We had a very small wedding and every person that interacted with her or saw her working was obsessed with her. All I heard the following day was how great she was and how fun she made the day. I wish I could get married again to have her so my pictures again!
Emma, 7 months ago
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AZ Wedding Photographer 

5.0

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

Cinematic photography and videography that tells your unique love story. As experienced wedding photographers and videographers, and a happily married couple ourselves, we specialize in capturing these magic moments. Through expert craftsmanship and creativity, we tell your unique love story through the lens of your big day, surrounded by family, friends, and loved ones. We shoot with the camera, but we see with the heart, striking just the right balance between artfully posed shots and those real, raw, spontaneous, and vulnerable moments that make the day unforgettable. The result is a collection of stunning, true-to-you photographs....

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From the moment we first reached out to AZ Wedding Photographer, they were incredibly responsive, thorough, and easy to get in touch with. They were incredibly helpful throughout the planning process, providing guidance and suggestions to ensure we captured every special moment. On the day of our wedding, Maddie and Fillipo showed up with enthusiasm and a keen eye for detail, expertly capturing beautiful, timeless photos that we will cherish forever. They truly went above and beyond to make our day so special and memorable! Maddie has captured all of our biggest life events- from our engagement and maternity photos to family portraits, and we are so grateful to have had her and Fillipo document our wedding day as well. Thank you so much AZ Wedding Photography Team!!
Jillian F., 2 months ago
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Jordan Ferrer Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,499
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jordan Ferrer Photography handled my day of photography needs. Jordan and his team were exceptional. They captured every moment without being intrusive. My images were delivered to me so much quicker than I expected and were all so great. I can’t wait to have another reason to use Jordan Ferrer Photography’s services.
Alicia B., 3 months ago
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Annie Austin Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

For the Artistry of Love This is about you. The way you laugh together, the quiet moments when no one else is watching, the chaos and joy that make your love yours. I’m Annie Austin, a documentary meets editorial photographer based in East Texas, and my work is all about creating emotive, artistic, and intentional images that feel as personal as your story. You don’t need to know how to pose or what to do—I’ll guide you, capturing the real moments that matter. Let’s create something you’ll not just look at, but feel, every time you see it.

Awarded Best of Zola
TLDR: I could not have picked a better photographer and I truly believe that Annie would be perfect for absolutely anyone. Her energy is infectious in a way that really brings up your excitement levels but also keeps your anxiety down. My husband is very introverted and was really worried about photos, but she kept him comfortable and in his element in a way I truly don’t believe anyone else would have. As for myself, I felt beautiful and gorgeous the entire time because of her and her partner. For the work she did and the amount of effort she puts into our photos, I believe her prices are incredibly fair. If anything, she’s undercutting herself. I will absolutely be recommending Annie to anyone and everyone. Now for the longer part of the review! We got married on May 30th, 2024 and we were doing our wedding a little differently. Instead of doing private vows or doing our vows at the ceremony, we did our vows at our rehearsal dinner. That is also when we allowed friends and family to come up and say something. The reason we did this route is because my husband is introverted and not a public speaker while I am the complete opposite. He also really wanted to see my walk down the aisle as our first look instead of a private look. Me, on the other hand, wanted at least our family and close friends to witness our vows. So we compromised! On top of it being two separate days, I was very adamant that I wanted two photographers along with wanting to capture the little things, such as my grandparents holding hands or our friends doing silly things at a table. I don’t mind staged photos, but I really wanted more natural focused shots. It was surprisingly difficult to find someone who was able to both days and within our price range. When we stumbled upon Annie, it felt like fate. She was so easy to figure things out with. Instead of an engagement photo session, she was happy to do our rehearsal dinner instead. She was there for any questions I had and the forms she had us fill out were super detailed! It really helped getting our thoughts together and deciding what was most important for our wedding. The day before the wedding, she vibed so well with everyone at the rehearsal dinner. She even got perfect photos of our dogs, who are honestly like our children. The day of the wedding, Annie and her second photographer (who I’ve completely blanked on the name, my fault for taking so long to write a review!) were amazing. Every single one of our friends had compliments for them and just LOVED their energy. Annie kept me calm and collected while the second was fully invested in my husband. I don’t think the wedding would have gone as smoothly without those two. The photos I received back? Better than I could ever dream of. Truly. They got beautiful shots of my grandparents dancing, my dad talking to one of his nephews, his mom talking with his brother. Just candid shots that looked real and natural. I am unbelievably so happy with Annie and the work she put in for us. Photographs are one of the most important things for me at our wedding and she truly blew it out of the park.We thank her for all her work from the bottom of our hearts and will always cherish the memories she gave us.
Halle S., 5 months ago
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Monica Cassell Photography 

5.0

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

I’m Monica Cassell, and I’m on a mission to ensure your photos are really damn good. When you choose me as your photographer, you’re not just choosing another vendor who’ll punch in and punch out. Hell no. You’re choosing a comprehensive client experience. I prioritize spending time with you, getting to know you individually and as a couple, and serving you in this season through engagement photos, recommendations, and anything else you might need. By the time you run through the sparkler tunnel to your getaway car, we’ll be so close you might just ask me to come with you (JK, unless it’s Disneyworld).

Working with Monica was great! She’s easy going and listens to what you need. I didn’t know what I wanted out of photos and she helped me figure it out. The photos we’ve received back so far are gorgeous.
Ashley S., a year ago
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BEN WAGNER PHOTOGRAPHY 

5.0

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

I'm a french wedding and elopement photographer based in NYC. Passionate about arts, travel enthusiast and coffee connoisseur. I service NYC, New England and the tri-state area in general. Will travel for destination weddings as well.

From the moment we reached out to Ben Wagner Photography, we were impressed by their open, clear, and responsive communication style. Ben and his team were a pleasure to work with, and their beautiful, artistic photography truly captured the beauty and joy of our special day. Everyone commented on how attentive and professional Ben was, ensuring he got all the important shots without ever being intrusive. The final photos exceeded our expectations - they are truly breathtaking and we are thrilled to have such wonderful memories to look back on. We highly recommend Ben Wagner Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Christian P., 3 months ago
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Nala Jolie photography 

4.7

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

Im Destiny Findley, owner of Nala Jolie Photography. Named after my oldest daughter, I started this company to help provide her with a great life. My passion is weddings and events! I always keep great communication with my brides and help my couples special day run smoothly, while capturing moments from one of the best days of their lives. If you book Nala Jolie Photography, your booking someone who cares about your day as much as you do, and making a new friend!

I used her services for our daughter’s wedding! It was complete chaos but she was so patient with us and took every picture we specially wanted! Quality of pictures were amazing! Definitely would recommend her for any event!
Jessica P., 6 months ago
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Milieu 

5.0

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

The word ‘milieu’ defines how we want to capture your wedding: as whole of scenery. Any experience is the result of a series of moments and feeling of our interaction with others. Images can recreate those intangible elements more fully in our mind, allowing us to relive our emotional experience long after the day has ended.

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Finding Salvatore and having him photograph our wedding was the best decision we made for our day. He was so incredibly helpful from start to finish and even helped us make the best use of our time for the day. Our photos (and highlight video) are BEYOND stunning and we could not be more pleased. We are so very grateful for Sal his kindness, professionalism, and BEAUTIFUL work! Having him there for our wedding made it even more special and fun. We plan to hire Sal again for future projects! 10 out of 10 HIGHLY recommend…don’t miss out on this gem!
Danielle and A., 2 years ago
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Fireside Sparrow Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,025
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

Fireside Sparrow Photography is a Wife & Husband Photography Team. We make sure that the vibe is high and the job is done right - your vision and goals for your wedding photography are our priority while also keeping in mind that we are with you all day. Like we want to make sure we aren't going to annoy you all day and that your families will actually really love us. Yup, it's like that. The way we make you feel matters just as much as the imagery we create.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am typically a Type B person in my life, but when it came to our wedding day, I wanted everything to be exactly how I wanted it. This included researching quite literally hundreds of photographers. As a super DIY wedding, I wanted to be able to look back on our photos and be able to relive it without it feeling overly filtered or untrue to how it was in real life. When we came across Fireside Sparrow, not only did the style of photography stand out to us as authentic, but you could just feel that Stephanie was authentic as well. She and Steve fit our vibe perfectly leading up to and the day of our wedding. Her attention to detail and ability to be professional but also feel like your number one fan made our wedding day run so smoothly. They’re now a part of our story forever. I highly recommend Fireside Sparrow Photography!!!
Marilia, 2 months ago
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Arielle Thomas Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

Hi! Congratulations on your engagement! I'm Arielle and I want to photograph your wedding! I'm a fun loving lady that's totally in love with love. I have like 20 years of experience with a camera in my hand, and 7 years since I started shooting weddings full time. Rain or shine we're going to have the best day ever if you choose me to shoot your wedding. I grew up in Vermont and after traveling around and living in several different states I made my way back to Vermont where I posted up and started this wild photo business and I've never been happier to share my talent with you! I can't wait to meet you!

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

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About wedding photographers in Santa Ynez, CA

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

A Santa Ynez, 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 Ynez, 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 Ynez, 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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