The Best Fine Art Wedding Photographers in San Luis Obispo, CA

The Best Fine Art Wedding Photographers in San Luis Obispo, CA

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144 Wedding Photographers in San Luis Obispo, CA

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Kristyn Villars Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Hi, I'm Kristyn Villars. I am a fine art wedding photographer based out of the beautiful Central Coast of California, but will happily travel to wherever your love story takes you. I love to visit and experience new places! I have always been fascinated with freezing moments in time to inspire emotion. The details, life's little moments, that's where we exist. There's something romantic about being able to document a couple's love story! My style can be described as authentic, candid, and photojournalistic, where I specialize in outdoor wedding photography. Your golden hour photos will be your favorite photos from your wedding day, I promise!

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Kristyn Villars is one of the BEST photographers in the business!!! Her work never ceases to amaze us and we always get more than we expect (which makes us so incredibly happy). Her attention to detail is something that every couple needs. I can't wait for our next wedding together!
Kim, 4 years ago
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Oury Memories 

4.8

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

I have been a photographer for 8 years. Throughout my time as a photographer I’ve captured clothing, models, and memories. I shifted from corporate shootings to families and weddings because it gave me this warm fuzzy feeling when I edited my couples and families photos. Don’t be afraid to reach out to me and ask about my photography style, my editing style, or my favorite restaurant! I highly recommend scheduling a free consulting session!

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Grace is an amazing photographer! If I could give her 10 stars I absolutely would. She was amazing working with both of our crazy families and from the very beginning I knew that she’d do a great job capturing the special moments of our special day. She worked with everyone and did a great job explaining what everyone needed to do to get a perfect shot. She also was absolutely wonderful with our 2 year old son who would’ve climbed in the car and went home with her if he could. If I could do it all over again I would definitely always pick Grace to shoot our wedding! She was an amazing addition to the day and we are so thankful that we found her.
Kay D., a year ago
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Amative Creative 

4.9

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Hello there! I'm Andrea, owner of Amative Creative, and every weekend we're so blessed to be able to tell the love stories of so many amazing couples. Like many others in this industry might say, we simply adore weddings. But what makes us a little different is our entire brand is centered around telling love stories specifically curated to reflect your vision and aesthetic. "Amative" means to be prone to love, so as you can see, we want nothing more than to tell your love story! But what makes us truly unique is that we understand every love story looks different. And we personalize every aspect of how we document your wedding day!

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Amative Creative did our wedding and the preview pictures are PERFECT. I am so happy I booked them! The vibe is everything I wanted, and they were super responsive the entire time!! 1000000% recommend!
Jayla G., 7 months ago
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Fox & Fig Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Hello lovely! Let me introduce myself—I’m Sarah. Welcome to my little creative space—I hope you love it here & make yourself at home. My goal as your photographer is to put you at ease and therefore be able to capture your moments authentically and beautifully. As a film and digital photographer ("hybrid" if you will!), I take a big step back to capture your memories with intention, love, and honesty - my promise to you, is to treat your day as if it were my own. Film is my favorite medium to capture wedding days on, as I feel it brings back a level of authenticity, imperfection, and refined elegance that is irreplaceable.

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I cannot find enough words to tell you how absolutely amazing Sarah was. She was the best to work with and truly captured the day perfectly. Not only is she the best human, she is incredibly talented. She was fun, easy going, extremely professional and captured us as a couple perfectly. I can’t wait for her to capture more moments for us to come.
Shelby S., 8 months ago
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Ryan Michaels Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

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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Ryan Michaels Photography was a bit slow at communication, which is understandable since Ryan works a full-time job in addition to running his photography business. However, with a little patience, we were able to work through any delays. The quality of their work was beautiful, and they truly captured all the special moments of our wedding day. Ryan and his wife were friendly and enjoyable to work with, and their services were so comprehensive that we didn't even need to hire a wedding planner. Overall, we were thrilled with Ryan Michaels Photography and highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Kasie M., a month ago
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Leslie Joy Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

A former wedding planner turned photographer, my eye for details comes second only to my heart for authentic moments of joy. With over a decade of experience in the wedding industry, it is my honor and my passion to create timeless imagery to tell your story. My mission is to preserve the memories of your wedding in the most extraordinary way.

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Leslie was one of the preferred vendors for our wedding venue, Wedgewood Sterling Hills, and the minute I saw her online portfolio I knew I wanted her for our wedding. Now I have beautiful photos and she’s my friend for life, so it was a win-win for me. She was extremely thorough, asking important questions about myself and my husband, to ensure that she understood US as people. I felt heard and listened to every step of the way. I remember very early in our first call I mentioned that my husband makes me ALWAYS makes me laugh with small quick quiet quips. My favorite picture from our wedding is a stolen moment from our photo hour where we’re taking a break and he’s making me laugh. I love that picture. Lastly, DO THE ENGAGEMENT SESSION. Our engagement session was SO fun. Leslie gives incredible direction, she taught us how to pose, and made us feel very supported and comfortable prior to our wedding. If I saw someone else with my engagement photos I’d be so envious of how effortless they seem (so I’m glad they’re mine).
Winter B., 8 days ago
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Lerina Winter Photo 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,750
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Welcome. Since 2011, Lerina has been photographing weddings of all shape and sizes. She has traveled throughout the country and abroad documenting love stories and the events that surround the most magical day in a couple's life. Today she calls both the desert and the coast home but feels comfortable anywhere a camera is slung around her neck, shooting on her medium of choice – film. Her work has been published and featured by Condé Nast Traveler, SELF Magazine, Green Wedding Shoes, Wedding Chicks, more.

Lerina was so easy to work with from the start! She quickly responded to our inquiry, and in our call, it was easy to decide that she was the wedding photographer we wanted to work with. We already knew that we loved her aesthetic. So when communication and logistics were easy, we were confident about working with her. Our wedding was scheduled for June 2020. We were really bummed about significantly downsizing to a small wedding in the last minute, but vendors like Lerina made the day so incredibly special. Lerina flew across the country to South Carolina to capture our small wedding. One year later, she and her assistant, Danny, flew out again to shoot our larger one-year anniversary renewal of vows. Throughout all the uncertainty, Lerina was easy to communicate with and incredibly reasonable with adapting the contract and rescheduling amidst the unprecedented circumstances. In retrospect, we were so blessed to get to know Lerina and Danny as well as we did because of the extended time of working together. They hold special places in our hearts and working with them was like working with dear, fun friends. They even accepted our invitation to our Low Country Boil rehearsal dinner and were wonderful with engaging our 2-year-old niece during photographing. We had such a blast together. Lerina helped us to feel natural in our photos and her images captured the love, joy, and beauty that filled our celebrations.
Megan, 2 years ago
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Shane O’Neill Wedding Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Looking for a wedding photographer who can capture your special day with the same elegance and style as a high-end fashion shoot? Look no further! With years of experience as both a wedding and fashion photographer, I bring a unique perspective to each and every shoot, blending a fine art approach with a keen eye for detail to create stunning, timeless images that will be treasured for a lifetime. My fashion background allows me to bring a level of sophistication and refinement to each wedding shoot, while my wedding experience has taught me the importance of capturing those important moments.

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Shane was an absolute *lifesaver* for our last-minute booking, and we couldn’t be more thrilled he was available for our big day. From start to finish, his communication was impeccable—not just with us but with all our vendors, making everything flow seamlessly. His warm and friendly demeanor immediately put everyone at ease, and he managed to bring out the best in even our quirkiest family members. Shane was so flexible and fun, which was perfect for a couple of self-proclaimed dorky punks like us. The final photos are breathtaking. Honestly, we look like we stepped straight out of a magazine! Shane captured every moment with such artistry and made each location we visited feel like a dream. These are memories I will cherish for the rest of my life. Our family adored him, and we can’t recommend Shane enough. If you’re looking for someone who is not only a talented photographer but also a joy to work with, Shane is your guy.
Erica V., 3 months ago
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Emily Pillon Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Making Every Image a Movie Since 2013 ••• Fine Art Photography + Cinematography ••• CA • NY • Worldwide ••• Weddings, Destinations + Elopements ••• 24 hour sneak peaks! • Destination + Elopement Planning • Videography • Sunrise Sessions • Full Weekend Coverage • Second Photographers • Personalized Photography Sessions •

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I cannot recommend Emily enough! We found her a few months out from the wedding and did a call to talk about our budget and our vision for our wedding. Emily was so accommodating, shaping a photography and videography package that fit us perfectly! On our wedding day she was incredibly hard working and well prepared. She makes everyone she meets feel comfortable, confident and beautiful in their pictures! On top of honoring our "shot list" and getting all of my top priorities taken care of, Emily scoped out the venue and came up with fun locations and ideas that we hadn't considered! She also played with traditional photography, shooting on film, and polaroids all of which gave us unique looks that we love! If you're looking for a skilled, artistic, and friendly photographer, you've found her!
Andrea C., 9 months ago
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Kristen Thomison 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Hello! My name is Kristen Thomison, I am passionate about capturing your story in a way that feels completely like you! Myself along with my team love getting to know you and capturing your day in a way that feels super intentional and like having some friends with you with a camera! Our promise is to keep it lighthearted and playful so that you look back on these images for years to come and remember the conversations, laughs, and maybe tears as if they were yesterday.

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Kristen is simply the best! She is kind, energetic, enthusiastic and genuine! As a wedding coordinator, I work closely with photographers and whenever I work with Kristen, it is such a pleasure! She is organized, timely, efficient and communicative! Her poised and calming demeanor makes her clients feel comfortable and at ease on their wedding day. Her turn-around time for her albums is some of the quickest I have ever seen and she always makes it a point to share the entire album with all of the vendors involved, which is so great! I highly recommend Kristen Thomison Photo to all of my clients!
Jenny Lynn, 2 years ago
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Easton Studios 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Loving your wedding photos begins from the moment we meet. We immerse ourselves in your journey, understanding your personalities, preferences, and unique style. From concept to delivery, we curate an experience that ensures you not only adore your photos but also cherish the process that led to them.

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I had the pleasure of working with Nancy and I can honestly say it was an incredible experience from start to finish. She was very professional, very creative, and attentive to detail. She was able to capture not just the moment, but the emotion and essence of it with perfect lighting and framing. My husband and I were nervous to be in front of a camera but Nancy was personable, approachable, she made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. The final images exceeded my expectations in every way. The colors were vibrant and overall quality of the work was impeccable. I couldn't be happier with the results. I highly recommend Nancy to anyone looking for top-notch photography services. Her talent and passion for this craft truly shone through in every shot.
Crystal, 3 months ago
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Maricarmen Maffioli 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

My name is Mari, and I'm so thankful for many aspects of my life, including traveling the world. Photography and traveling are the two pillars that allow me to express my creativity. My couples enjoy curated experiences and thrive on exploring exotic landscapes to create memorable organic moments. I enjoy a multi-layered approach that infuses editorial touches and fine-art styles while still highlighting the candid, authentic moments of your celebration. My pursuit of impeccable details pushes me to continually evolve my vision while reminding me of the importance of carrying my camera with humor, compassion, and curiosity.

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Mari's talent & creativity truly shined through, and we couldn’t ask for a more perfect collection of heirlooms to cherish forever!
Jake & Beth, 3 months ago
Apollo Fotografie {Fine Art Wedding Photo & Video} 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,775
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA
  • Offer

We’re Apollo Fotografie. When it comes to visual storytelling, we don’t miss a beat. We prioritize organization, punctuality, and beauty so your wedding day looks better than your dreams. At Apollo, inclusivity is one of our core values, and our couples come from all backgrounds. We know that not everyone is comfortable in front of the camera, and we’re here to help. All of our photographers use prompts and suggestions to encourage natural interactions for a less “scripted” feel.

We couldn’t be happier with our decision to have Apollo capture our wedding day. We searched for a lot of different photographers. I wanted someone who can capture good (aka hot) bridal portraits and party pictures, and they DELIVERED. Our photos turned out so dreamy, classic, and timeless. Like seriously--I want to post them everywhere! We’ve gotten so many compliments on them. There was a little change-up, as the photographer was switched from the owner to a lead photographer Jess, but honestly, it worked out perfectly because she was such a good sport the entire day, hyped us up so much, and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. That was not easy to do since we had what seemed like a million events that day. Overall they were just great to work with. We're so happy we found them. Would definitely recommend!
Annie L., 2 months ago
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Rafael Garcia Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

As a devoted wedding and portrait photographer, my primary focus is on authentically capturing the genuine emotions that make up your unique story. My goal is to ensure that your special day is not just visually documented, but deeply felt.

Rafael is hands down one of the best photographers I have worked with. I used his services previously for my mothers wedding and when the day came for mine I knew he was the photographer for us. He is detail oriented, patient, creative and kind. When my husband and I decided to elope we only gave ourselves a week and a half to plan. Rafael was very accommodating to our last minute plans and made us feel as if we had planned our special day a year in advance. Rafael took the time to learn the site and plan beautiful photos accordingly. Rafael gave us great directions on how to pose and what angels would make us stand out. My husband and I are not huge on taking photos and when we received the photos we were amazed ! The photos looked natural and captured who we are as a couple. I look at these photos and feel confident and beautiful! I appreciate all the work Rafael put in to our special day ! We are so excited to share these photos with our loved ones for generations to come.
Alexis C., 10 months ago
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Wow Studio 8 

4.6

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Welcome. Award-winning photographers, we are a small team of artists specialize in high-end photography, video production, graphic design, make-up, and styling. We service clients around the world and willing to travel to any locations. If you like to get more information, and you can contact us via the contact form below. Photography has allowed him to travel the globe sharing pivotal milestones and personal events with the people who entrust him to capture these priceless memories and allow him to tell their story your way

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we receive our elopement video was awesome, we meet with videographer and preplan everything we wanted
Tim, 3 months ago
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Violet Carter Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA
  • Offer

Welcome to my photography world! If you're here, it means you're searching for a photographer to help capture YOUR story. I have been fortunate enough to have had a part in telling the stories of thousands of individuals over the last decade through my photography. My approach is simple – I want you to cherish every moment, and I'll take care of the rest. When we work together, you can just be yourself, living in the present and embracing life's joy. I'll be there, discreetly and passionately capturing all those beautiful expressions and emotions.

Before hiring a wedding photographer, we were a bit hesitant—I’ve always been the one behind the camera, so being in front of it felt unnatural. My husband also isn’t a big fan of photos and was convinced he wouldn’t look good in them. But from the very beginning, Violet made everything so easy! Communication with her throughout the entire process was seamless. She was always responsive, helpful, and genuinely invested in getting to know us. We especially loved that she used the engagement session to connect with us, which made the wedding day so much less stressful and so much more fun! We felt completely at ease, and it truly showed in the photos. Not only did we love our experience, but our bridesmaids and groomsmen also had amazing things to say about working with Violet! She made everyone feel comfortable and captured such natural, beautiful moments. And the best part? My mom said this is the most beautiful she’s ever seen herself! That alone speaks volumes about Violet’s talent and ability to make everyone feel their absolute best. If you’re looking for a photographer who makes the process stress-free, enjoyable, and delivers breathtaking photos, look no further. Thank you, Violet, for capturing memories we’ll cherish forever!
Helen C., a month ago
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Mattie ONeill 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Hi! I’m Mattie - An Intimate Wedding & Elopement Photographer based in Southern California, Serving Couples Like You Who are Planning Your Day Completely Void of Traditional Expectations! I'm not just in the business of wedding photography; I’m in the art of storytelling. My mission is to emotionally invest in you, to bring out your unique love in a vibrant, nostalgic, and profoundly personal way. I’m passionate about capturing the joyous spontaneity that makes your love story, well, yours! I’m a firm believer that life is all about your uniqueness and individuality, so why should your wedding day reflect anything other than that?

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Mattie does incredible work and is so sweet! From our engagement photo session to our wedding day Mattie was wonderful. We just received our sneak peaks and I am so excited to see the rest. Watching her work throughout the wedding day was impressive. She was able to put us at ease and take beautiful natural photos. We love her vintage inspired vision!
Gabby K., 9 months ago
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Jacqueline Benét 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Jacqueline Benét is a top Seattle wedding photographer with a refined eye and artistic vision for capturing genuine moments in a way that is elegant and flattering. Her perspective comes from years of experience as a wife, mother, and professional to create photographs that you will cherish for a lifetime.

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Jacqueline is a master at her craft and a true professional. I loved working with her during a boudoir shoot as well as on one of my favorite weddings (my favorite because the photos turned out amazing!). She has a beautiful editorial vibe and is extremely creative with her shooting. She can make anyone feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. Hire her for your wedding and you'll love your wedding photos for decades to come :)
Kayla, 2 years ago
Britt Rene Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

With her passion for photography and eye for detail, Britt specializes in making every celebration unforgettable. She strives to make her clients feel their most beautiful selves and her use of film adds a timeless quality to her work, creating images that truly take your breath away. From capturing the smallest details to photographing formals and candid moments, Britt prioritizes making her clients feel completely at ease, ensuring that they soak up every moment of their special day. With her talent and dedication, she creates breathtaking images that you'll treasure for a lifetime.

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Britt and Matt were so wonderful to work with!!! Both of us are a bit camera shy and they made us feel super comfortable for our photos. Britt was easy going and flexible with suggesting locations and days for our engagement photos and gave us the space we needed to feel natural, capturing our genuine love and smiles for each other. She had tips for positioning us and the photos were beautiful. When it was time for our big day, we were comfortable with her and the camera and our photos were stunning! She was able to encompass the overall feeling of our wedding with the photos. With their organic style, Britt and Matt photographed really wonderful candid and posed moments of the wedding party, family members, and guests!!
Devon + B., 5 years ago

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About wedding photographers in San Luis Obispo, CA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in San Luis Obispo, CA?

A San Luis Obispo, CA wedding photographer ranges from $200 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?

95% of photographers in San Luis Obispo, 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 San Luis Obispo, 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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