The Best Editorial Wedding Photographers in Santa Cruz, NM

The Best Editorial Wedding Photographers in Santa Cruz, NM

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Love Knot Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

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Isaac did a wonderful job photographing our backyard wedding. He did a brilliant job capturing my visions as well as brought ideas of his own. We are very grateful we were able to book Isaac for our wedding, he truly immortalized the day and we have so many beautiful photos to reflect on for the rest of our lives.
Molly M., 19 days ago
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Azhar Khan Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Welcome! I’m Azhar Khan. It’s nice to meet you. I am a destination wedding and portrait photographer based in Florida. I believe in capturing memories with artful storytelling and authentic, soulful imagery. As a husband and a father, I understand family connection and bring a personal touch to my images.

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Azhar Khan Photography was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. Their communication style was excellent - they were professional yet personable, and incredibly patient with our chaotic blended family. The quality of their work was fantastic, and they truly captured the magic of our special day. They were able to wrangle our large group with ease, ensuring we got all the important shots without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. Highly recommended for any couple looking for photographers who will go above and beyond to make your wedding day perfect.
Jeanna W., 3 months ago
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David Jesse Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Vogue Party vibes to intimate adventure elopements and everything in between! Any of my clients will tell you I say "We're not photographers we are storytellers" and that is my main goal when capturing your moments. I have a strong lean toward editorial-style shooting and maintaining gorgeous skin tones. I've been shooting weddings and elopements around the country for the last 8 years and have fallen in love with serving my clients not just on the big day but also leading up to it. I shoot with natural light primarily but don't shy away from some good flash when the vibes call for it! Cheers, David

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David Jesse Photography was everything we hoped for in our wedding photographer!! Our package included an engagement shoot that was edited and returned to use within a week. Our two photographers spent the entire wedding day capturing all of the moments that were special to us. They were friendly, personable and quick! Our wedding photos came back in a week! Overall, I would highly recommend David Jesse Photography. It is clear they love their job and they love serving people on their big day!
Jessica P., 6 months ago
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505 Media Company 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hello! We are a husband and wife company. We have covered over 1000 weddings in less than 5 years all across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. We love to travel so much that we keep our prices affordable- giving us the opportunity to cover all over the USA (no travel fees). Our most popular package is our Red Carpet which gives our clients up to 10 hours of photo and video coverage, 505+ edits, and 2 wedding videos (with the whole ceremony). Check out our FB or Youtube for HUNDREDS of weddings we shot in the past.

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We were so impressed by 505 media and their quick responses and quality of photo/video they took! From the initial phases of planning, they were quick to respond and eager to help in the planning process of making sure timelines were manageable. They were able to capture all of the milestones during the day and were even willing to hop on our party bus when we wanted footage of the wedding party driving around! We were so impressed by how quick the photos were delivered! We received a text while on our honeymoon the week after our wedding that our edited photos were done and one week later we received all our pictures! You don’t hear that often from photography companies! We also watched our wedding video trailer today (which was delivered in less than 2 months from our wedding) and can’t stop watching it! I would recommend 505 media to anyone!!
Rachel B., 5 months ago
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Desert Luna Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hey there! My name is Maggie, and I am the Owner + Lead Photographer at Desert Luna Photography! I am 24 years old, and just had MY dream wedding myself! We had a small destination wedding in Arizona! I have taken photos with a camera since I was 10 years old - and have even won a few awards for one of my photos! I love the outdoors, chicken strips, being a plant momma, and creating magic through my lens! I am currently on year 5 of taking photos professionally, and on year 3 of being known as Desert Luna Photography!

Awarded Best of Zola
If you're looking for a photographer for engagement pictures, a wedding photographer, or a photographer for any other occasion - stop looking! My fiance and I were visiting friends in AZ shortly after our engagement and we booked Maggie for an engagement shoot at sunset while we were there. To say that we are are OBSESSED with our pictures is an understatement. Maggie was so knowledgeable about the lighting at that time of day and utilized the whole landscape to get great pictures with different backgrounds, not JUST different poses from us. We didn't stay in the same spot during the session as she continued to create new angles to adjust to as the sun continued to set. I felt comfortable asking "hey can we try this!?" and Maggie was more than willing to get excited with us about capturing the kind of picture we had in our mind. Maggie also gave us alot of direction on how to maybe tilt our head, or move a hand over a little bit, or recognized that the shot wasn't going to be great so she just scratched it and moved to the next idea. This was extra helpful to me because I didn't have to "guess how to model" and I appreciated that she made good use of her and our time. Maggie works quickly to get a variety of poses and landscapes, is willing to travel, and seems to genuinely love what she does. Her excitement and direction made it fun and exciting for us too! 10/10 for our experience with Maggie!
Wedding C., 2 years ago
Ashley Guice Creative 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM
  • Offer

Ashley Guice Creative is a Phoenix-based luxury wedding photographer with a passion for capturing the beauty of human connection. Since 2017, Ashley Guice has been creating stunning images that blend artistic flair with genuine emotion. With over seven years of experience in photography and a decade-long background in the arts, she brings a unique perspective to every event she covers.

We couldn't be happier with our experience working with Ashley! From start to finish, she was an absolute joy to work with. Her attention to detail and creativity truly brought our vision to life, capturing every moment beautifully. We had an unfortunate cancellation of our original venue, and with our new venue having a completely different look, Ashley was a great thought partner in scouting locations and helping us achieve the look and feel in our photos that we were going for. Despite the challenges of a venue change and the usual wedding planning craziness, Ashley remained positive, resourceful, and was also just down right fun to work with! Ashley is a true artist, dedicated to the artful execution of every detail. Nothing felt cookie-cutter or ordinary—she took the time to understand our vision and how we wanted to remember the day and then actualized it through her artistic lens. I wanted something artful, chic, and elevated but also real, candid, and documentary-style—and Ashley delivered exactly that. She was also fantastic at understanding how we wanted to be photographed throughout the day. More than anything, she made sure our enjoyment of the day was a priority over just "getting the perfect shot," which was crucial for us. We were able to enjoy every moment, and the photos capture that perfectly. Her team was amazing, too! We got to work with two of her assistant photographers, and they were just as supportive and friendly as Ashley. We would recommend AGC to any couple looking for a photography team who is dedicated to capturing the essence of your wedding in a way that feels unique, personal, and meaningful. - L & L
Loni, 5 months ago
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SweetEmms Photography 

4.6

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

ALL INQUIRIES MESSAGE ME VIA TEXT 65O7O31439 Hello! My name is Emily and I have been a photographer since 2015. I have found my passion in photography through all the little moments of your big day. I'm inspired to make you feel at ease and stress free for a fun day of shooting. I have a laid back shooting style that helps capture moments you will treasure for lifetime memories. I am an open communicator and love hearing your ideas. I am happy to go above and beyond for your session and magnify the small details. Love knows no limits and I’m here for it!

Emily was a sweetheart and did an outstanding job with my small wedding. She was detailed and thorough with her ideas. She also arrived early to the venue and gave us a heads up of how wet the grounds were. For context, it rained that morning and we were outdoors. Emily is someone I highly recommend to any brides/grooms looking for an affordable yet outstanding photographer.
Jasmin P., 5 months ago
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Shawnee Custalow Studios 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

We are passionate about photographing kind-hearted people who are unapologetically themselves, and creating a safe and beautiful space in the wedding world for LGBTQ+ folx. Our favorite people to work with believe in giving back to their communities, that black lives always matter, that climate change is you know...real, and choose to embrace their own unique quirks and talents.

Awarded Best of Zola
When you elope in the middle of a pandemic, it matters all the more that you love your photographer--since they'll be the only other person at your wedding. :) And in short, we couldn't be happier that ours was Shawnee. She has such a gift and a love for the work she does—and it shows. We knew she was the right person from the moment we met on Zoom--she is warm and kind, asked all the right questions, and instantly put us at ease. My partner and I eloped at the end of October 2020 in DC, just before the election. It was a whirlwind moment for so many reasons, especially as a queer couple. And it mattered to us that the person who captured those treasured memories, really understood what that moment meant to us. Everyone who sees our photos marvels at how wonderful they are—and no doubt we look great, but Shawnee’s warmth and direction and stellar eye really made all the difference. Vibing with your photographer matters—we’re so grateful to have found one with such grace and as much love for her art as Shawnee. <3
Adiel & R., 4 years ago
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HLS Photography GA 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Intimate wedding photographer originally from the coast of VA, but now based in the North Georgia Mountains & love finding new adventures while exploring the outdoors. When I am not hidden behind my camera, you can find me hiking up a new mountain with my fur babies, eating tacos, or spending quality time with my little family. I started out capturing families, then realized that my heart is completely drawn to love & the bond that two people share. I describe my photography as bold, intimate & sincere. I enjoy capturing the small, yet sometimes unseen gestures & reactions as well as the pure romance between two people on their wedding day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hannah with HLS Photography GA was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding photography. Communication was excellent from start to finish, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend Hannah to anyone looking for a talented photographer who makes the whole experience enjoyable! She captured the love and joy of our special day beautifully in her photos. Hannah is incredibly easy-going and has such a fun personality, which made my wedding day a lot more fun. Her fun energy helped me relax amidst the craziness of our big day. The final wedding album she designed told the story of our love perfectly and we will treasure the memories she captured for years to come. We couldn't be happier that we chose Hannah as our wedding photographer!
Stephanie G., 5 months ago
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Empowering You Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

I'm Emily - a Pittsburgh-based wedding photographer set on capturing intimate, joyful, authentic, & emotional photos. I want you to look back on your wedding photos not just love the way they look, but I want you to remember what the moment felt like. My hope is for you to feel the way your loved one hugged you as they gave you away, to laugh as you look back at the best man giving his speech...every captured moment has a feeling. I will do my best to stop those moments in time for you to experience forever. I am witty, goofy, sarcastic, open-minded, & honest. I will be your ultimate third wheel.

Awarded Best of Zola
Emily is incredible. She is like no other- her work is incredible, timeless, and beautiful but the best thing about working with her is the way she makes you feel. She is the kindest, most generous and thoughtful person you will ever meet. Emily has shot my wedding, engagement session, family pictures and graduation pictures and I feel so honored she chose to capture these precious moments in my life. She has made each of these moments unforgettable because of how incredibly talented, kind and loving she is. Her work is perfect, and if I could have her shoot my whole life I would !!
Lily Weaver , 8 months ago
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Kendra Smith Weddings 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Kendra Smith Weddings is filled with honest emotion and documentary integrity. Photographer, Kendra Smith, is inspired by editorial and fine art photography while passionate about documenting the story of you and your day in movement and light.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kendra is the sweetest!! I am so in love with her photography style and she's also such a fun human which makes it that much better! We got married on 8/10 and she's already sent us a few sneak peeks that we absolutely adore and have gotten countless compliments on. She is extremely flexible and so understanding. She helped with all the chaos of the day-- thank you Kendra!!!
Kaitlyn F., 5 months ago
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Gabrielle Pellegrino Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,501
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Hello, I'm Gabrielle Pellegrino, A destination wedding photographer based out of Salt Lake City and Lake Tahoe, my adventurous roots and my passion for capturing weddings are rooted in the ways we connect and celebrate our biggest life's moments with those we love most. I believe that every journey of love is has its own story and nuance and I want to be there to tell it.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first spoke with Gabrielle, we knew she was the perfect photographer for our wedding. Her communication style is clear, kind, and thoughtful, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of her work is nothing short of perfection - her photos are sharp and warm, capturing every special moment in a way that we will cherish forever. Gabrielle seamlessly blended into the crowd, allowing us to fully enjoy our wedding day while knowing that she was there to expertly document every detail. Her eye for detail is unmatched, and the end result is a stunning collection of photos that beautifully tell the story of our special day. We cannot recommend Gabrielle Pellegrino Photography enough - book her, and you will thank yourself later!
Shelby P., 3 months ago
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Betrothed to Bones 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Local to Colorado & native to Indiana I'm a photographer dedicated to helping couples bring their wedding vision to life. I believe that your love story is anything but boring, and your photos should reflect that. With 8 years of experience, I’ve captured clients through fun prompts and welcoming energy. I’m not gonna lie I’m a strong believer in truly connecting with my client. Yes I send ‘<3’ in my emails. Yes I’d love to fan girl over your wedding deets with you! Mimosas? Coffee? I’m down

my fiancé and I have recently just booked with sara and got our engagement photos done. she will also be photographing our wedding day. we are so happy with our pick and we couldn’t have felt more comfortable and confident taking pictures (we aren’t super into all of that) but really enjoyed it with sara! She made a sometimes awkward experience fun and we can’t wait to work with her on our wedding day !!
alysha b., 10 months ago
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Luna + Lion Photo Co 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM 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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Lucia Giuseppina Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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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Bogdanov photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM 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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Olker Wedding Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., a month ago
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Arielle Thomas Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM 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!

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I've known Arielle for over 5 years now and can easily say that she's insanely kind, continuously fun, and wildly talented. She never hesitates to get the best shot she can while also making her clients feel as comfortable as possible. Her work speaks for itself, but each time I've worked a wedding with Arielle I've been impressed by the way she sees things and captures moments. If you're looking for a fun time, a genuinely awesome human, and a beautiful wedding gallery full of keenly captured moments, Arielle is your person!
Jenna Brisson, 3 years ago
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Tylar Brooke Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees
  • Offer

I’m telling a story, specifically your story. I’m invested in my couples and want to know them to best document the romance between two people. I’m also direct and loud to get your wild family together for those group shots. My promise is that you’ll leave this experience more in love.

Tylar Brooke Photography was a dream to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, her communication style was kind, quick, and easy, which put us at ease right away. The quality of her work was truly amazing - the photos she captured were absolutely stunning and looked like something out of a fairytale. She was able to make my husband, who is typically uncomfortable in front of the camera, feel completely at ease, and she managed to catch all the perfect moments throughout our special day. More than I could have hoped for, Tylar Brooke Photography exceeded our expectations in every way, and we are thrilled to have such beautiful memories from our wedding day.
Melaney N., 4 months ago
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Jenni Summer Studios 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Jenni Summer Studios specializes in dreamy, intimate destination weddings, portraits and fashion editorials through fine art imagery & editorial story-telling. Headquarters in Southern California. Available in San Diego/LA, Oahu-Hawaii & Colorado with no travel fee. Available worldwide for travel & destination weddings.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jenni and her team did a phenomenal job capturing our wedding day. We felt so comfortable from the moment we first met with her and that definitely translated to how easy it felt taking direction from her for our wedding day photos. Her team took time to get to know us and figure out what we were comfortable with so it felt natural (we're not the most comfortable in front of the camera but somehow she figured out how to get those sweet in the moment shots without it feeling forced!). The photos turned out stunning. From the formal portraits to our mountain top vows to the sweetest candids she captured of me and my dad and my adorable nieces and nephews there’s seriously so many amazing photos to choose from. I also appreciated how organized she was with our formal portrait list keeping it quick and everyone ready to move through those as soon as possible. Cannot recommend her enough. Thank you so much Jenni! We absolutely could not dream of better photos!
Laurel G., 6 months ago
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Jesi B. Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

I truly found a love for storytelling once I got into weddings. Weddings are these multifaceted community of stories and relationships that continue to keep me fascinated and excited about capturing them. I find that my style leans towards an editorial, storytelling side, with hints of sophisticatication, hues of modern relevance & overall timeless imagery.

Jesi B. Photography was absolutely fantastic to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, she was incredibly responsive and provided great direction throughout the entire process. As a photographer myself, my wife and I knew how important it was to find someone truly exceptional, and Jesi B. exceeded our expectations in every way. The quality of her work is simply top-tier - the photos are stunning and truly captured the joy and beauty of our special day. Our wedding wouldn't have been the same without Jesi B. Photography, as she took care of everything seamlessly. We are so grateful to have found her and would not hesitate to use her again in the future. Very glad we did!
Nate, 9 days ago
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Adelaide Street Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Based in the heart of Nashville and journeying with couples worldwide full-time since 2018, I specialize in crafting timeless, low-stress, editorial images and elevated, audio-centric cinematic wedding films. For the free-spirited and the adventurous, for the lovers of art and bold style, your dream wedding memories await. Everyone deserves to have their wedding captured with care, creativity, and kindness. I can't wait to create an amazing experience for you and your partner.

Awarded Best of Zola
TLDR: she is talented, professional & kind very helpful as someone with limited mobility. Tessa & her team photographed & recorded my wedding last weekend, and they were a dream to work with. I am chronically ill & so I knew on my wedding day I could not be running around to different locations for photos, and Tessa was extremely mindful of that fact & made sure to work within the parameters of what was doable for me. I was worried my limited mobility would mean my photos would be a little boring, but she's already sent a handful of pictures over for a sneak peek & they are GORGEOUS. Tessa is a true professional but also someone who clearly loves what she does, which I think really shows in the quality of her work. Could not be more glad to have had her & her team document my special day! :)
Catherine, 5 months ago
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Stacie McChesney Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Hi, I’m Stacie! After initially going to a photography school for architectural photography, I quickly learned I had a passion for human connection and a natural ability for making people feel at ease. Once I photographed my first wedding I was smitten. Now over a decade later I still absolutely love what I do. I am passionate about creating beautiful photographs that are sincere, meaningful, full of emotion, and feel like you. I want you to be able to look back on your wedding photographs year after year and remember all the emotions - the laughter, the tears of joy, and the love.

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There are wedding photographers and then there’s Stacie. I’ve never been so impressed by someone who can see the perfect shot and instruct my less-than-photogenic husband and I to create the photo. Her calm presence made us both feel extremely comfortable in front of the camera. Stacie was so sweet throughout the entire process and really wanted to understand our story first, which is a direct result of our final photos! She was able to effortlessly capture our personality and the energy of the day in the best shot. In addition to being a master photographer, she was able to put everyone involved in the photos at ease to facilitate meaningful moments. She was also quick to pivot in last minute scenarios (i.e. my dad and I had to switch locations for our first look and Stacie figured it out in the blink of an eye & it was PERFECT!). She was a great communicator and offered so much great advice in not only picking a videographer but also finalizing our grand exit; she was direct in what she felt comfortable shooting and what she recommended for the lighting, etc. If Stacie is available, book her immediately. She’s quick to communicate, gave us great recommendations for our shot list, and made sure our wants and desires came first. She captured all our top priority shots and then some! What also blew us away was her talent to be everywhere to capture the moment but also remain in the background and unnoticeable. We are obsessed with EVERY SINGLE ONE of our photos and can’t recommend her enough!
Ashley H., 19 days ago
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Lissa Chandler Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Hey!! Congratulations and I'm so excited you're here! My name's Lissa (pronounced "Lyss-uh") and photographs are my jam! Also my jam? Bright colors, the lamest jokes, floral everything, weird history, and awesome ghost stories. I'm a total mother hen / perpetual big sister and I'm mom to Max, Henry, and Penelope. I love creating. I garden. I sew. I crochet. I design ridiculously cute tee shirts. But most of all? I freaking love creating photographs. A professional photographer since 2011 (eek!), my photographs are bright, happy, and totally meant to hit you in the feels. But most of all? They're a total party!

Awarded Best of Zola
It was such a pleasure having Lissa as the photographer for our wedding. She has taken several photos for me and my family throughout the years, and each time the photos have always been exactly what we wanted. Her photos are vibrant, full of color, and full of feeling. Lissa was sure to respond quickly to contracts, questions, and provided information in a timely manner. She listened to our desires and concerns, and when needed she provided feedback that helped us feel more comfortable and excited to work with her. She is incredibly easy to work with her. She was flexible with any photo requests that came up in the moment, and she guided and directed us for other shots she felt would turn out well when we weren't sure what to do next. She was professional and courteous to all of our wedding guests and yet always made sure to prioritize our (the bride and groom) desires and time as opposed to the rest of our wedding party. She had a happy, yet focused disposition while working with us. That focus was evident in the BEAUTIFUL pictures she took. She perfectly captured our joy that day. Turnaround time was better than expected, and we couldn't be happier with the results. We have no regrets with our choice of wedding photographer. She's amazing!
Katy C., 8 months ago
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Moments Matter 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Moments Matter is the photography of Austin-based photographer, Brandon McKinney. With a passion for telling the story of clients, Brandon consistently captures photos that tell human, emotional moments. The moments that make it all worthwhile, and that we all want to look back on for years to come.

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I contacted Brandon just a few weeks before my elopement as I really liked his style of photography. I didn’t want to spend 1,000s for good photos but I appreciate the art of photography, so I wasn’t sure who to book. He responded right away and gave me a price that was incredibly reasonable! He was early to the event and captured more than I hoped. He even brought a few props I didn’t expect, but made for cool photos. I am so happy with the results, they’re beautiful!
Valerie, a year ago
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Allen Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees
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Hey, I’m Heather, a destination wedding photographer. It’s not just about capturing photos—it’s about creating an experience that feels effortless and fun. With clear communication and an outgoing vibe, I bring editorial looks with zero pretense. My editing keeps it real, showcasing your true self in every frame. Guiding you through each pose, I make sure you shine in shots that reflect your unique story. My approach is inclusive, as a proud member of the LGBTQIA+, I celebrate ALL LOVE! Ready to make your moments unforgettable?

Awarded Best of Zola
Heather from Allen Photography communicated with us from start to finish, making sure we got everything we wanted. The pictures turned out way beyond what we expected! On our day, Heather took the time to really make us feel comfortable and at ease. She made what would be an uncomfortable thing for me very painless, and we got amazing pictures. I would recommend Heather to anyone who needs a professional, sweet, funny, creative, and empathetic photographer.
Scarlet, a month ago
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Baileaves Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Hi! My name is Bailey and I am the owner of Baileaves Photography. I am a travel and destination wedding photographer based in Portland, Oregon. I travel all over the world to create timeless cinematic images of couples.

We are so grateful to have had Bailey as our wedding photographer. She was very kind, respectful, and professional. My partner and I loved how encouraging and supportive she was. We appreciated how and where she posed us, taking into consideration where the lighting was going, especially since we had many passing clouds affecting the sun exposure. As a result, she got a lot of wonderful pictures with gorgeous dappled lighting and beautiful greenery. She sent us previews of our wedding within 48 hours and she sent us the rest of our photos by the deadline she communicated with us at the beginning. Knowing how awesome our previews turned out, it was no surprise that the rest of our photos also turned out as amazing. We are very happy to have worked with her! Thanks, Bailey!!
Lanchi T., 5 months ago
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Wild Sound Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,449
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Hello, and congratulations! I’m so excited you are here! I'm a wedding photographer based out of Brooklyn, serving NYC and the east coast. I firmly believe you are endlessly creating perfect moments; I just help guide them. My style of photography is natural moments in vibrant color- I'll guide you to feel your best posing, and take a more documentary style approach to the rest of the day.

Awarded Best of Zola
We booked Anna for our wedding in February 2024. We did our engagement shoot with her in September 2023. She is very responsive and professional! I am not comfortable in front of a camera and she was able to make me feel comfortable and directed me a bit. Our engagement photos came about beautiful and natural. Looking forward to seeing the wedding photos!
Catherine S., a year ago
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Samantha Turco Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

With over 10 years of industry experience, my strengths clearly lie in wedding and portraiture photography. Whether you're a recently engaged couple looking for someone to preserve your journey from fiancés to newlyweds through photographs, an expectant Mama hoping to capture your maternity glow or simply wanting to document you and your loved ones during whatever special season of life you're in, I would love to hear from you, I specialize in all types of portraiture but I am renowned for my wedding and engagement photography above all else. Whatever your photo needs are, I would love to chat and find out if we're a good match.

I work alongside Sam on a lot of weddings doing makeup and as a makeup artist I’m always dying to see how my work looks in professional photos and Sam kills it EVERY TIME! She is talented, professional, efficient, organized and so much fun to work with. She has such an eye for capturing the love and joy in your special day. You will not regret having her as your photographer!
Maria, a year ago
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Jackie Marie Photography 

4.7

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

My first wedding day to capture was two years after I had started freelancing; a day I will never forget, Valentine's Day, 2014, in Hot Springs, AR. Little did I know how my focus would shift from that day forward. In the past seven years since then, I am honored to have captured more than three-dozen weddings. It never fails that each of those days are full of such unique beauty and character, but most importantly, they are full of loving memories of a lifetime.

Jackie is literally the best photographer we’ve ever worked with. She’s been a part of our little family from the very start. From our wedding, our reception, and maternity photos. Her style is very unique, and that’s what drove my husband to seek her out originally. Jackie is highly trained in many different schools of photography (food, real estate, wedding, portrait, etc), so she’s developed a style all her own. It’s not just photo journalism, it’s dramatic. My bridals were light and airy while our reception photos were dark and intimate. It was better than what we could have asked for! She was able to handle our ginormous family, and made time for everyone! Jackie herself is a sweet and caring individual. She remembers her clients forever down the line, and she’s just as sweet a year or two later as when she first met us. I promise, when you choose Jackie, you choose a professional who knows EXACTLY what to do and how to do it. You also choose someone who is a part of your family from day one!
Chessy & M., 10 months ago
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Kyrsten Ashlay Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

I provide a positive, thoughtful photography experience that ensures you’ll get the photos of your dreams and have space to be present with your community. It’s an honor to join you in celebrating your brand new marriage and I make it a point to understand what you value the most. I don’t over edit or correct your photos, but instead capture the natural colors, details, and soft smiles of your wedding as you actually experienced them. The result? Timeless, classic photos that never go out of style or off trend.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had the privilege of having Kyrsten as our wedding photographer and I cannot recommend her services enough. She was amazing to work with and her final product speaks for itself. Simply stunning and amazing photos that we will love for the rest of our lives.
Robert O., 2 years ago
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Ziggy Shoots 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

I, Zig Metzler, do solemnly swear to bring integrity and enthusiasm to your celebration. I promise to document you & your day with compassion, humor, and heart. — But what’s that?? You’re a road dog, you say? Getting married in a National Park? An abandoned mall? A remote mountain top chapel where Bear Grylls officiates? Bring it on! Whether your wedding is in your grandma’s backyard, a swanky hotel, or a canyon in Big Bend I’m there to create photographs that feel like classic *you*. It’s exciting to get to make images of such a special time in your lives— I want to help preserve those moments, and create something personal that endures.

Awarded Best of Zola
I love working with Ziggy on a wedding in Texas. She is such an easy photographer to work with from a vendor point of view. She makes the day effortless and follows a timeline to a T and takes great detail pictures. I highly recommend her! ps she's probably one of the coolest people I know :)
Kristin Ashley Events, 4 years ago
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Mary Kate Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Hi, I'm Mary Kate, a wedding photographer based in DC, dedicated to capturing the love and emotion of your special day. With a love for storytelling, I create timeless images that couples will cherish forever. My approach focuses on making you feel comfortable and at ease, ensuring that your wedding day is as stress-free and enjoyable as possible. My goal is to document your wedding in a way that reflects your personality and love story, creating a visual narrative that you'll treasure for years to come.

I can’t say enough good things about Mary Kate! She did both my engagement and wedding day photos. We booked her when she was somewhat new to shooting weddings, but you never would have known because she’s a pro! My pictures are so beautiful they brought me to tears. She’s so easy to work with and makes the whole process a breeze. She comes with her own ideas but also gives you the opportunity to share your own on what kind of pictures you want. I highly recommend!
Courtney & A., 2 years ago
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Megan Freeman Photo + Video 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

I’m a New York raised / Alaska braised 5’0″ multi-passionate, photographer and filmmaker – I can appreciate the grit of a city, but I also have a small-town heart. I’m layers of hard work, deep empathy, and a Roseanne cackle-laugh. I’m all about having my cake, eating it too, and sharing some with you. I believe in celebrating family & friends, NY pizza, actin’ a fool, editing my photos to candid perfection (mostly this), and skipping the small talk.

Awarded Best of Zola
Megan is an absolute pleasure to work with!! I'm always excited to work with her because I know that the process will be seamless and her quality of work is like no others! And not only is she super talented, but a joy to be around!!
Madison, 3 years ago
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Alyssa Leicht 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,700
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

I’m Alyssa. You can call me Lys. (It rhymes with Kiss) ☺ I'm a photographer based in Des Moines, Iowa. I travel often. Couples, elopements, and small weddings are my speciality. My style leans documentary, timeless, and sincere, with some avant-garde editorial vibes, artsy influences, and good old fashioned weirdness mixed in. I love color, flash, film, and all things non-traditional. I got my start in music photography, which greatly informs my shooting style, and have been documenting Iowa's music scene and touring with bands for over 10 years!

I'm a micro-wedding venue owner and I recently hosted a gorgeous LGBTQ+ styled shoot. From beginning to end Alyssa was a pleasure to work with. She initiated correspondence - including overall vision, clear expectation, and a comprehensive schedule for all vendors. Her ability to pull a vision together and pay attention to detail are equally strong. She had the ability to manage a project while simultaneously making all vendors and models feel comfortable. She excels at bringing out the most of her models & left the venue in great condition. I will not hesitate to work with Alyssa again - She's an absolute pleasure!
VOWS DSM, 3 years ago
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Mariana Ziegler Photography 
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM for additional fees

Intimate wedding & elopement photography fills me with complete joy and making my clients feel totally comfortable on their wedding day is one of my top priorities. Weddings and elopements are such a tender time in a couple’s life. Being able to share in the joy of the moment by becoming a part of their day, getting up close, and documenting the small, sweet interactions with my camera feels like magic to me. We’ll capture what’s feels truly authentic to you. My empathy (not my ego) is my plus one. Your wedding day is all about you and I’m 100% invested in helping you soak up every ounce of joy, love, and excitement. I’m here for YOU.

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About wedding photographers in Santa Cruz, NM

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Santa Cruz, NM?

A Santa Cruz, NM wedding photographer ranges from $500 to $7,000 and averages at $2,500. 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?

96% of photographers in Santa Cruz, NM 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 Cruz, NM?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Imagesxpert Media, 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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