The Best Documentary Wedding Videographers in Santa Ynez, CA

The Best Documentary Wedding Videographers in Santa Ynez, CA

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25 Wedding Videographers in Santa Ynez, CA

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KS Media Productions 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Santa Ynez, 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.

KS Media Productions were true professionals and a huge asset to have for our wedding this year. We saw samples of their work and immediately wanted our wedding to be captured in that light. It was definitely a fresher feel for videography. On our wedding day, it rained for a good part. KS Media Productions (along with our photographer) worked together to come up with great shots to capture the special moments of our wedding despite the weather. The improvisation KS Media had was phenomenal. Our photographer also had the highest of praises for them when it came to working with them on the professional side and communication side. We couldn't have asked for anyone better than KS Media Productions. We can not wait to see the final product, but I can tell you that we 100% recommend KS Media Productions for any event. Thank you Kristi and KS Media Productions for making our wedding amazing and we hope nothing but the best for you as you start your next chapter in life! Thank you again!
Kevin B., 5 months ago
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A Beautiful Union 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, 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.

From the moment we booked A Beautiful Union, the videography team was a dream to work with. Their communication was prompt, clear, and they took the time to truly understand our vision for the day. The quality of their work was top-notch - exquisite, pristine, and preciously detailed . On the day of our wedding, Daniel from A Beautiful Union was an absolute pleasure to have by our side, capturing all the special moments in a way that felt natural and unobtrusive. The final video was more beautiful than we could have imagined, allowing us to relive our wedding day over and over again. I can't think of a better person to trust with preserving the memories of your special day than A Beautiful Union. Highly, highly recommend!
Caitlyn H., a month ago
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Ebullient Memories Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hi! My name is Hector David, I've been passionate about capturing love stories and transforming them into breathtaking cinematic films since 2016. It's my goal to ensure you can remember every precious moment of your beautiful wedding like it was yesterday. The candid moments you love, the ones you missed and everything in between; every moment that makes your day so special. I don't charge travel fees within CA!Offering Full Wedding Films, Short Films, Social Media Videos, Drone Footage, RAW footage & Photo + Video Packages!

Awarded Best of Zola
Hector was FANTASTIC for my wedding video! He was so nice and laid back on my wedding day, and we absolutely love our wedding video! 10/10 would recommend!!
Jenn, a year ago
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Motel Cinema 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, 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, 5 months ago
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Cook Captures 

5.0

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

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.

We are over the moon with the work of Cook Captures! Caleb has a remarkable talent for capturing the essence of our special day. The attention to detail in every frame was beautiful and the video we received a was nothing short of magical. Our wedding day was a whirlwind of emotions (and windchill), and Caleb managed to encapsulate those precious moments, creating a visual story that tells the story of our love. The turnaround time for our video was impressive, and the presentation was beyond our wildest dreams. Each moment was thoughtfully edited, and the music selection perfectly complemented the spirit of the day. Caleb turned our wedding day into a cinematic experience we will cherish forever. We cannot express enough gratitude to Caleb for his dedication to preserving the magic of our special day. If you are seeking a videographer who goes above and beyond, Caleb is the one! We wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a talented, professional, and personable videographer. Thank you, Caleb and Cook Captures, for your exceptional work! Highly recommend!
Asha L., 9 months ago
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Hello Enamorada 

5.0

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

We're Gwen & Mao- your photo and video leads, and owners at Hello Enamorada. We're an All-Inclusive Wedding Media team offering Video, Photography and Content Creation services in a seamless experience. We are located Centrally, but cover all of California. Bonuses available for those planning a Destination Wedding in Mexico. Ask us about it.

I couldn’t have asked for more from my experience with Hello Enamorada! Gwen & Mao did our photography/videography for our May 2024 wedding and are a pleasure to work with! They made us feel so comfortable throughout the entire day. They are knowledgeable and experienced and will guide you throughout the entire process. I could not have picked a better team to capture our special day! I get hold on to these memories forever! Thank you!!
Giselle G., 2 months ago
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Films by Nadia 

4.7

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Santa Ynez, 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.

Nadia captured our wedding day with the exact energy I was looking for! She took the important details that I was interested in (candid family-oriented shots) and blended them into a 10 min TREASURE that I will never stop watching. Her smile is contagious and her communication following our wedding was impeccable. So grateful for this forever memory of our day!
Emily, a day ago
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Cinemoir 

5.0

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

I am Alex, trained documentary filmmaker, people watcher and memory keeper, preserving the laughter, tears of joy, and all the delightful surprises. With passion for storytelling and a sprinkle of movie magic, I create films that bring smiles and warm hearts. So, get ready to be the star of your own film, where every frame reflects the love that fills the air. Happy memories!

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot stress enough how much we recommend Alex and NY Wedding Films! He did an absolutely incredible job capturing footage surreptitiously throughout our wedding day, and then producing the most wonderful highlight reels. They are so beautifully done and we will treasure them always. We almost didn't book a videographer because of our budget concerns, but the prices are so reasonable, and the value of the product is beyond measure. Thank you for everything, Alex! If I could give 10 stars here I would!
Amy & M., 3 years ago
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Sun Hand Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
  • Offer

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, 2 months ago
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BENJAMIN THOMAS FILM 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, 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., 2 years ago
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The Shalom Imaginative 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Santa Ynez, 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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Enchanted Captures 

5.0

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

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
It was wonderful getting to work with Kristiann! She was easy to get in touch with and clearly communicated her services. She communicated with both myself and my wedding coordinator and was punctual with meeting deadlines and provided needed information up until the day of the wedding. She asked a lot of clarifying and informative questions related to our wedding theme and vision and she made us feel very comfortable throughout the process. Kristiann is very friendly and attentive to special moments on the wedding day. We would recommend Kristiann to anyone looking for videography services for their special day!
Marissa R., a year ago
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Hereafter Films - Wedding Photo & Video 

5.0

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

Hereafter is a wedding production house of talented videographers & photographers based in Austin, 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 start with this amazing video team?! Sharayah and Ryan of Hereafter Films are by far the most creative, caring, and considerate vendors I have worked with in the wedding industry! I'm a photographer and have worked with multiple videographers, but all pale in comparison! Why is that? They CARE and put their hearts into their work! Sharayah and Ryan have a way of capturing key moments and while being creative, without being intrusive of the moment happening. They don't make clients repeat actions or moments. They capture the moment as is...their art is unmatched! They care deeply about their couples and others they work with! They collaborate and want to make the day about the couple. These two will surpass your expectations!
Nicole, 4 years ago
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Wedding Love Film Bridal Studio 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $650
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi there! I'm Anthony Hagen, the creative heart behind Wedding Love Film. I've filmed over 350 weddings, using a cinematic style to capture your unique love story in a film you'll treasure forever. My customized videography packages fit your budget and vision, from all-day coverage to a shorter, intimate edit. I specialize in capturing candid emotions, turning real moments into unforgettable memories. Not sure how much coverage you need? I’m here to guide you! Let’s create something beautiful—reach out today to discuss your perfect package.

Super down to earth yet super professional. He knows his stuff which helped ease a lot of our nerves. 10/10
Harry S., 6 months ago
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Mawaddah Productions 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

Mawaddah Productions a women-owned videography company who has been dedicated to artistic and authentic storytelling worldwide for years. Specializing in wedding cinematography, Mawaddah Productions delicately crafts documentary heirloom films for romantics.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot thank Saja and Mawaddah Productions enough for producing the wedding film of my dreams! Saja was a joy to work with. She is exactly the type of person you want around you on your wedding day: calm, kind, and professional. Saja was proactive about communicating with my husband and I during the planning process and made an effort to get to know us and understand our hopes for our wedding day. The final film reflected that intentionality by showcasing the feelings and details of our day beautifully and authentically. Saja made us feel valued throughout the process of working with her, and went above and beyond by including some surprises with the delivery of our film. We will treasure our wedding film for decades to come.
Freya & Z., 9 months ago
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Dianna Nguyen Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA for additional fees

When inviting me in to tell a part of your story, you are letting me into your relationship. No matter the session, elopement, or wedding, I will capture without reserve everything from the smallest details to the greatest landscape; so when you return to this story you will feel everything. From the last light on the horizon to the messy and playful love, your film will hold memories, not just videos.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were really struggling to find a videographer that understood what we wanted and was within our budget. Dianna was warm and friendly from the start! She was very patient as we talked through everything we wanted in our video. On the day of our wedding, she was very thorough and captured some shots that we didn't even know happened! We were worried that our photographer and videographer would get in the way of guests' views but Dianna was very respectful and was able to capture beautiful footage without disrupting our guests. We cannot recommend Dianna enough!
Ashley, 3 years ago
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Stamper Films LLC 

5.0

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

Stamper Films has been capturing and editing videos since 2014. Our goal is to tell the story of your wedding in a thoughtful, creative, and genuine way so that you and your guests can remember and relive this special day for years to come.

My husband and I were going back and forth on whether we wanted videography at our wedding, and I am so so glad we decided to go with stamper films! Firstly, they were affordable and fit in our budget. Even better, their style is documentary-like filming which we love! Looking at our videos now, it feels like an authentic, real, romantic view was captured. Yan Li was super easy to work with & everything went seamlessly. We felt very comfortable with him & his assistant, and they were so respectful of our photographer as well. Our wedding video makes me cry just thinking about it. Then I turn it on & I really start to cry— our vows overlayed on top of the footage, the scenery & details that were captured, & especially the emotion Stamper Films got on camera. 10/10 and if I ever needed videography again I would go to Stamper Films.
Melinda and S., 10 months ago

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About wedding videographers in Santa Ynez, CA

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

In Santa Ynez, CA, wedding videography ranges from $300 to $10,000 and averages at $3,000. 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 Ynez, CA have Drone capabilities!

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

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

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

Most videographers offer a Highlight reel or Short feature deliverable.

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