The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Santa Maria, CA

The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Santa Maria, CA

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Shannon Bryn Photo LLC 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

If it's your first time here, welcome! My name is Shannon Montgomery, and I am a California and travel photographer that specializes in traditional+timeless weddings and elopements. I am always up for a good hike, enjoy rainy overcast days, and will always stop to pet any dogs in reach! Working in the garden, getting to visit any possible farm animal (but especially cows), and walking barefoot make me happiest. I love seeing the beauty in things that have endured the test of time, seen across the challenges and storms, and still stand in their own kind of beauty today.

We hired Shannon for our wedding this year and it was one of the best decisions we made! She not only kept everything on time but she became a friend on that day as well. She captured every picture we wanted on our photo listed and delivered the most beautiful pictures from our day. She is professional, hardworking and the nicest photographer we have met.
Courtney+Josh, 7 months ago
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Kay Mitchell Photography 

5.0

Santa Maria, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500

Hi There! I'm Katherine (or Kay!). I've loved weddings for as long as I could remember and I believe I have one of the best jobs in the whole world. I love being able to capture moments from one of the best days of a couples lives and I get to do it alongside my best friend, my Husband. You could call us nerds; we love Harry Potter, puzzles and video games. Our favorite vacation spot is definitely Las Vegas and we both love good Mexican food. We have two fur babies; Bella and Betsy and yes they are so spoiled. The Husband, Abraham (or Bram) is also an engineer when he's not capturing weddings and a Cal Poly alum.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kay and Bram were an absolute joy to work with! It also helped they are total dog lovers like my husband and I, and captured the absolute best images of our boy, Maverick. I don’t think there was one moment where we were NOT smiling or laughing around these two, and it put my anxious mind completely at ease. They are affordable, hard-working, and completely matched our photography vision (lighter) for our most important day. I don’t think there are enough words to express my gratitude for the talent these two possess, but for now…thank you, Kay and Bram, for everything you have done for us. We truly adore you and are so lucky to have befriended you! - Chelsea, Neal, and Mav
Chelsea D., 2 years ago
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Randall de Leon Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Photography has always been a lifelong passion of mine, I picked up my first camera as a gift from my dad when I was 14 years old. Never in a million years would I have thought that my lifelong hobby could eventually become my career. I focused on my future, working my way through college and grad school to achieve my license to practice, but a part of me realized that I wanted to pursue a career that allowed me to go on adventures and meet a lot of new people. So in 2019, I took that risk, changed my hours from full time to part time and put more focus on my photography. I booked my first gig later that year and have never looked back.

Randall was recommended by our videographer (Call it Captivation Films, who we recommend). We really enjoyed his gallery and how natural his photos looked. We spoke to a few other photographers before him, but during our 1st video meeting he vibed well with us; he and I are both Fil-Am with history of working with pediatric patients (he as a PTA, me as a RN), and he and my husband shared a love for the same teams (Dodgers and Lakers). We were quick to book him after our meeting and are extremely happy with our decision to work with him! The photography packages he offers and his prices are amazing. Randall was great with communication and with providing us with recommendations (ie what to bring for flat lay, helping us pose, etc) prior to and day of the wedding. He did a site tour of our venue where we got to meet him and his kids in person. Prior to the ceremony, Randall worked with me, while the 2nd photographer worked with my husband. My husband said that the 2nd photographer fitted in well like one of the boys. He gave us a preview of the photos 1 week after our wedding and the full gallery of our wedding about 8-9 weeks after our wedding. We are so happy with all the photos! They are so beautiful and timeless, and they captured the essence of our wedding so well. **If you're looking for a photographer, Randall is your guy! I did the research for you :) Book him now! **
Tina S., 2 months ago
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Deanna Delgado Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

In 2020, I took a leap and left my 9-to-5 job to pursue my passion for photography full-time. Now, as a dedicated wedding and lifestyle photographer, I’m thrilled to capture the special moments that mean the most to you. I take pride in delivering high-quality photos and genuinely enjoy being part of your big day. Based in Aptos, I also serve the surrounding areas of the Monterey Bay region, and I’m always ready to travel wherever your love story takes us!

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Deanna was truly the most amazing photographer for our wedding! Neither my husband nor I had ever taken professional photos before, and to be honest, we’re both pretty awkward and camera-shy. But from the moment we booked her, she made the whole experience feel effortless. She even offered an engagement session, which helped us get comfortable in front of the camera. By the end of it, we were blown away by how beautiful the photos turned out—far beyond what we had imagined! On the wedding day, Deanna was more than just a photographer; she was a calming presence amidst all the excitement and nerves. Her ability to guide us through poses felt so natural—never forced or uncomfortable. She has such an incredible eye for capturing genuine moments, and the photos reflect that in every frame. Deanna didn’t just document our wedding; she became a friend along the way. I can’t express how much we appreciate her talent, kindness, and professionalism. We’re already looking forward to working with her again for future milestones and photo sessions. Thank you, Deanna, for capturing our special day so perfectly—we couldn’t have asked for more!
Christy K., a month ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA
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HEY! I'M ASHLEY! Aka, Your Professional third wheel! I am so happy you dropped by! I am a uber bubbly, warm hearted, person who loves to order 3 drinks at Dutch Bros and say its for other people but really its just for me. When I am not spending my lifes savings at Dutch Bros, I am professionally following peeps in love and photographing their stories. I am a lover of true crime and murder podcasts! (But I mean who isnt! I just cant help it!) FUN FACT: I speak switzerdütsch, aka a German slang. My mom is originally from Switzerland and my dad from Jamaica, so you know I am always hungry for adventures (and new places to binge eat at).

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Ashley Cynthia Photography provided excellent service for our wedding photography needs. Ashley's communication throughout the planning process was fast, caring and thoughtful - she truly wanted to understand our vision and preferences. On the big day, Ashley traveled from Arizona to capture our Colorado wedding. She helped immensely with organizing the timeline and coordinating with other vendors. Most importantly, the quality of Ashley's work is simply stunning. Her photographic style resulted in elegant, unique and professional photos that we will treasure forever. She perfectly captured the joy and love of our special day. We couldn't recommend Ashley highly enough for wedding photography services. She had us laughing and feeling more like a lifelong friend more than a photographer
Angelica G., 6 days ago
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Aladdin Films 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Why do newlyweds choose us? 1) No tax 2) No travel fees in the SoCal 3) You can pay with a credit card and you can make the final payment on the day of the event. And, you have an option to choose a monthly payment plan for your convenience! 4) Our company is insured and we provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI). 5) Exclusive referral program - “$100 FOR YOU, $100 FOR YOUR FRIEND” 6) You’ll get the best quality photo and video products in California from a company that can confidently compete with the nation's top studios. Having international awards in our industry, we hold courses and master classes for photographers and videographers.

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The first time I met them was at my sister’s wedding, I was the maid of honor at the time. Both the photographer and videographer were very professional, and my sister got beautiful pictures and a great video. I did not waste a minute when the time came for me to choose photographers for my wedding. I came up on short notice, my wedding was about 4 months from the moment I contacted them, and I was concerned that they might not have my date available, which would be really unfortunate. Luckily, they were available. The whole booking process went really smoothly, and we got them booked! I knew what to expect from them on my wedding day already, but they’ve surprised me once again! We were behind schedule, by about half an hour or so. Their service should have ended by this time, and they wouldn’t capture our grand exit from the venue. So they stayed late, at no extra charge. At that moment I understood that these guys were looking not to shoot “another wedding”, but they were looking for quality. Without the grand exit, which was really important (we made it as epic as it could be), our wedding video wouldn’t have the ending we wanted. I’m so grateful we booked them, I’ve already recommended them to a couple of my friends, they’ve also been on my wedding day and saw the pictures and the video, they left speechless! Really recommend!
Brit C., a year ago
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Liza Lavine Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA
  • Offer

I am a wedding photographer based in Providence, Rhode Island. My love for photography began over a decade ago and has been an integral part of my creative journey ever since. With a solid foundation in fashion photography, I bring a unique perspective to capturing weddings. Five years ago, I shot my first wedding, and it was an unforgettable experience. Being part of such a special day and bringing joy to my couples is incredibly important to me. I am passionate about capturing the most intimate and significant moments of your wedding day, ensuring that each photograph tells the unique story of your love.

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From beginning to end, Liza was super professional, prompt, and friendly. She was so easy to work with, so knowledgeable, and so responsive - not to mention she is incredibly talented and provided us with so many high quality, gorgeous photos that we will always treasure. We couldn’t recommend her more. If you’re looking for a wedding photographer, look no further than Liza!
Maggie C., 4 months ago
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Fit the Frame photography 

4.7

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA
  • Offer

Born and raised Originally from the island of Hawaii, moved to Sacramento, California in 2011. I've been shooting photography ever since highschool and have officially started my business in 2018 focusing mainly on weddings , portraits and brand photography. Currently 27 years old, I have shot over 200 weddings (first shooter and second shooter).

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If I could use one word for Memo it would be AMAZING. He truly captured everything I had in mind and then some! He was so great with the poses he wanted us to do and they truly came out beautiful! All my guests had nothing but great things to say about him and his work. He is great with communication, very organized, and got my pictures back to me super quick! I’m so glad I trusted him to capture mine and my husbands beautiful day, I would recommend him to everyone :)
Carmen B., a month ago
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Hey Honey Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Hi! I'm Anna the founder and senior photographer of Hey Honey Photography. I am a Texas-born, California girl at heart. I reside in the San Francisco Bay Area, and have a team of talented wedding photographers with a passion for capturing your life’s biggest moments and all your candid in betweens. Choosing a wedding photographer is more than just hiring someone with a camera to document your day. They should be someone who inspires you, helps ease wedding day jitters, and is your biggest fan, empowering you to be in the moment, while capturing what you want to remember forever, with creativity, boldness, and authenticity.

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From the moment we started planning our wedding, Anna and the team at Hey Honey Photography were an absolute joy to work with. She was an excellent communicator even through COVID and our wedding date shifting multiple times. We could not be happier with our wedding photos, we are absolutely obsessed! All of our images came out so beautiful, Anna captured the day even better than we imagined. She not only photographed every detail, she also surprised us with a very sweet card and a sneak peek of our photos with some beautiful polaroids she took that brought us to tears. We absolutely loved working with Anna, she was very professional, sweet, and her work is amazing. We also used her services for our engagement photos and they came out beautifully as well. We highly recommend Hey Honey Photography!
Cory R., 2 days ago
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Whitt Photography and Film 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,498
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA
  • Offer

Hi I'm Hannah and I'm from tiny fishing village in Cornwall, England but moved here to North Carolina in 2017. Fun fact, they actually filmed some of scenes for the Game of Thrones spin off, House of the dragon there! It's hard to pick favorites but if your wedding includes a dog in the bridal party, a dress with pockets and the cupid shuffle....COUNT ME IN! Among my never-ending list of dream sessions is of course a wedding at Disneyworld and the ultimate outdoorsy engagement session with the wild horses at Shackleford Banks. Don't be surprised when I ask you to add me to your pinterest boards so I can fangirl over your wedding plans.

Awarded Best of Zola
Whitt Photography and Film were an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding! From our initial consultation to the day of the event, Hannah and Matt were incredibly hospitable, kind, and genuine in their communication. They were always on time and made sure to put us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was truly outstanding - the photos and videos they captured were beautiful, exciting, and incredibly creative. Hannah and Matt were very intentional in the way they interacted with us and also made us feel very comfortable in front of the camera. We are thrilled with the final product and would highly recommend Whitt Photography and Film to any couple looking for a talented and professional photography team to capture their special day.
Alana A., 2 months ago
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Jones Media 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA
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Jones Media is a wedding photography and videography company that is dedicated to capturing the love, emotion, and joy of your special day. Founded by a team of passionate and talented photographers and videographers, Jones Media strives to deliver exceptional quality and service to every couple they work with. With years of experience in the wedding industry, the team at Jones Media understands the importance of capturing the intimate moments that make your day unique.

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From the moment we first reached out to Jones Media, they were wonderful to work with. Their friendly, prompt, and helpful communication style put us at ease throughout the entire wedding planning process. On the day of our wedding, Alison and Chance helped things flow smoothly and made the photography portion of our day super painless. The quality of their work was incredible - they truly captured all the special moments that made our day so unique and memorable. They take the time to learn what editing style you want and make sure you like the outcome of your photos. We are over the moon with the photos and couldn't be happier that we chose Jones Media to be our wedding photographers. They made it such a wonderful experience that we will cherish forever.
Bethany E., 2 months ago
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Lo Anderson Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Lo Anderson creates a warm, inviting experience leaving you with timeless photos that will last forever! You deserve to feel celebrated and happy with your closest friends and family while I’m there to capture every detail of it! Lo's desire is to deliver images that allow you to step back into your wedding day and relive your happiest moments. A photographer you can trust and have a connection with!

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Working with Lo is so much fun! Not only does she make you feel comfortable and relaxed, but her shots & editing are stunning. She is clearly passionate about capturing moments and creating an album of memories to cherish forever. I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to work with her and I definitely will again!
Natalie M., 2 years ago
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Elle & Co Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

I am a luxury destination photographer based in MICHIGAN, COLORADO & FLORIDA! I am ALL over Michigan and all over the nation! I have a home in Lansing, Holland & Traverse City. I travel all over Michigan capturing my clients from Lansing to Grand Rapids to the west coast of Lake Michigan to Mackinac Island & Traverse City to all metro Detroit! I have a second home in Vail/Summit County, CO as well as Clearwater Beach/Tampa. This allows me to be local to multiple places and states! This career is so much more than just showing up and taking photos. It's emotion, it's detail, it's getting to know my clients and capturing each of them uniquely.

Dani did our engagement photos then wedding photos and also a fun newlywed session the day after our wedding. She has a way of making you feel so comfortable which is really big for us not having photo experience. We will be using Elle & Co Photography for a lifetime! She nails our vision and our photos always turn out amazing. 10/10 recommend!!
Lauren, 8 months ago
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Laurie Ann Martin Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

I'm a Northern California Wedding Photographer that captures your timeless, romantic, vintage, country weddings. We specialize in rustic weddings in vineyards, Northern California barn weddings, forest weddings and we love photographing cowboy weddings, even better when you bring your horses. Don't worry I do city weddings too so if its in the middle of San Francisco with a trolly car we can create your wedding story for you.

Awarded Best of Zola
This team is amazing. We had both Laurie and Roy to take engagement and wedding photos. Always on time, they make you feel comfortable, even when you’re a little awkward. And the photos all turned out great! Very flexible and accommodating; we had a slight issue and had to change venues and they were super understanding. Had pictures back to us in a very timely manner. Great experience my first time ever booking with a professional. 10/10 recommended Laurie Ann Martin Photography!
Megan R., 5 months ago
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Kaitlyn Carter Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

I am a travel photographer based out of Louisville, Kentucky. I have always been the friend with the camera admiring those around me. I am truly captivated by people simply being people, always finding beauty in human connections and the REAL. My goal is to be a calming presence, help the day run smooth, and ensure everyone in front of the camera feels COMFORTABLE. I lean toward documentary style photography emphasizing what makes your love unique.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kaitlyn Carter Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our first interaction, Kaitlyn was responsive, easy-going, but also very professional, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, her calm and friendly presence was so comforting, and she captured every moment beautifully - from the small, intimate details as we were getting ready to the larger, posed family shots. The quality of Kaitlyn's work is simply stunning, with a documentary-style approach and gorgeous natural lighting that perfectly encapsulated the passion and love of our special day. We are thrilled with the photos from our engagement session and wedding day and couldn't recommend Kaitlyn Carter Photography more highly.
Marina G., 13 days ago
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Kristen Vincent Photography 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Hello there. Holy moly, I've been photographing all the pretty things, places and people for 12 years! I am a proud Mama to 3 kiddos, so I get the chaos that comes with love, life and the little ones. I love to dive right in and figure out what story I've been invited to tell. Who are you? I want to know your why. Why do you want your pictures taken and why me. Together we'll create your wardrobe with intention and choose a location that speaks to you. I always encourage connection, music, kisses and your best dance moves.

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Kristen shot both our engagement photos and our wedding and each and every photo was absolutely incredible. She is truly talented and we are so grateful we have such beautiful photos to look back on for our entire lives ️
Emily W., 6 months ago
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Peterson Design & Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

We are a husband and wife duo who specialize in colorful and bright imagery for fun, vibrant and modern couples. Our mission is to provide an enjoyable, relaxed and fun experience in front of the camera and beautiful photographs that you will treasure for a lifetime.

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Marisa and Tim are INCREDIBLE! I wanted a colorful wedding and I wanted our photos to look like our day - fun, goofy, colorful, vibrant, full of love and joy - and they absolutely nailed it. A bunch of sepia-toned photos of us gazing into each other eyes with serious faces would have felt extremely fake - no shade to sepia or staring into each others eyes, I think those photos are beautiful (and we did get a couple beautiful serious ones and some black & white ones I love), but the look doesn't feel like us. I feel so seen by our photographers! Their customer service was also top notch - lots of communication and some above-and-beyond special touches that were incredibly thoughtful. You hear so many horror stories of trying to hunt down or communicate with wedding vendors, and there was none of that here. The Petersons are a shining example of great work and great to work with. I highly recommend them if you want beautiful, fun, vibrant photos and a really nice experience!
Sarah C., 2 years ago
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LA Production 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $320
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Having experience in all kinds of events including quinceaneras, anniversaries, and various types of engagement shoots, and having experience in shooting hundreds of weddings, we guarantee comfort and security on your wedding day. No awkward pauses and no unclear instructions during posing. You can count on our years-long expertise in the planning stage of your wedding day and on the day of. 

The LA Production team was prompt, professional, and accommodating. They worked around my daughter’s schedule and weather, ensuring a comfortable shoot. The photos turned out amazing despite the rainy and quite windy weather we had at that time. Worth the price, and I highly recommend it for every wedding!
Anika K., 4 months ago
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Entenmann Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,850
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

The Montana photographer with multiple editing color profiles! I'm a visual storyteller local to Red Lodge MT but I travel all over. I've been to 13 countries! My goal is to deliver photos that will FEEL like you in all aspects, I'd be thrilled to capture your special day! I focus on all the iconic moments AND the heartfelt/tearful moments in between. I've been a photographer for 13 years and have loved every minute of it. This is my full time career and I'm very dedicated to it. I'm very helpful and organized, I will take care of you! You've found "the one" in each other and I'm here to be "the one" to capture your day!

Awarded Best of Zola
I am so glad we chose Julie to capture our wedding! She is easy to work with and an expert at what she does!
April S., 3 years ago
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Dylan Kyle Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

I've always had a love for color and light, and a passion for landscapes and people. Ever since highschool and into college photography was just something that, no pun intended, caught my eye. I've been shooting weddings for 6 years now and there's nothing Id rather be doing. I'm married to the love of my life Rachel, sandwiches are my favorite food and I love long walks on the beach. Seriously I do :)

Awarded Best of Zola
Dylan photographed our wedding at the Madonna Inn and did such a great job! We ended up with so many beautiful pictures that we could never decide which are our favorites and practically none of our friends were able to make it through the entire wedding album that we shared. He chatted with us in advance by phone, to go over all the details; and had plenty of good ideas for photo opportunities around the property on that day. Very happy with our choice to book Dylan on Zola!
Kyle K., 4 months ago
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Jean Marshall Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

I help couples document their love story in a beautiful and memorable way. By capturing the essence of your love story, I create timeless images that blend classic elegance with raw emotion. Whether you prefer posed portraits or candid moments, I'll craft a collection that reflects your unique story.

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I wish I’d spoke up on being self conscious about my butt, and I didn’t so I have some pictures I probably won’t be sharing, but the pictures we have are pretty, she got everything I wanted during our ceremony, I just wish I had gotten some pictures with my bridesmaids and me in my wedding dress. The ball got dropped on that. Other than that I’m happy with my ceremony pictures, and some of the pictures where I’m facing away from the camera I’m not a huge fan of. My husband loves them though, so that’s good. There was some miscommunication on editing and what not, but over all we got some really good photos.
Promise R., a month ago
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Julia Goldberg Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Hi! My name is Julia and I am a wedding and elopement photographer based in San Francisco. Photography is not just a job to me, it is truly my passion and my absolute favorite thing to do. I love getting to know each and every one of the couples that I photograph to fully understand their personality to deliver photos that are perfectly unique to them! I will help you along every little step of the way of planning your elopement or wedding. I am always available for a chat!

Awarded Best of Zola
We can't say enough great things about Julia Goldberg! From our first meeting we felt confident that we had found the right person to photograph our wedding. Julia is professional, organized and so very talented. She's also calm under pressure and a lot of fun. Julia was able to navigate the wedding (without being obtrusive) and took the most amazing shots -- all according to plan, and many more that were candid -- and those moments we will always cherish. She captured our joy and our friends and family on the most special day of our lives. I hope she is available for your wedding. You would be so lucky to have Julia as your wedding photographer!
Lynn and B., 3 years ago
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Emerald Sky Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA
  • Offer

At Emerald Sky, we believe that every love story deserves to be told with elegance, authenticity, and a touch of magic. Our team of passionate and skilled wedding photographers is dedicated to turning your special day into a visual masterpiece that will be treasured for a lifetime. ✨ Our Vision ✨ Founded on the principles of creativity, professionalism, and a profound love for the craft. Our vision is to not just capture images but to encapsulate the essence of your unique connection, ensuring that each photograph becomes a timeless piece of art.

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Emerald Sky Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the very first interaction, they were incredibly friendly, quick to respond, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. They took the time to understand our vision and provided helpful outlines to ensure we captured all the moments that were most important to us. On the day of, the photographer was attentive, checking in on us throughout the event to make sure he didn't miss a beat. The quality of their work is truly outstanding - the photos they delivered were absolutely stunning, with an amazing attention to detail. We received preview photos within days and the full album in record time. Emerald Sky Photography's incredible work ethic and dedication to their craft made them invaluable in making our wedding day so special. We cannot recommend them highly enough!
Cindy T., a month ago
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Michael Teddy Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA
  • Offer

“Imagine By You, Captured By Us”. Welcome you to Michael Teddy Photography. Where we specialize in capturing your moments that last a lifetime. We strive to deliver stunning images that tell your unique story. With a passion for capturing the essence of special occasions, Michael Teddy Photography brings a unique and artistic approach to every shoot. From the initial consultation to the final delivery of your images, Michael Teddy Photography is committed to providing exceptional service and breathtaking photographs. Every image is carefully edited to perfection, highlighting the beauty and emotion of each moment captured.

We first met Michael as the photographer for our close friends' elopement. His personality was great and he eased our nerves throughout the multiple locations of shooting photos. When my now-husband and I got engaged, we already knew that Michael was our guy! He didn't bat an eye when we asked him to walk a half-mile into the woods carrying his equipment with us for our engagement photos. The photos came out great and were perfect for printing on our wedding invitations. He delivered the photos promptly and we were in love with them! Communications up to the wedding were easy and he was very collaborative. He also asked us what was important to us, and took and gave direction very well. On our wedding day, he and his assistant were so great to work with. Not only did they calm my nerves and reassure me, but they handled communications with the wedding party greatly and made the process feel effortless, even as I was behind schedule (my fault). The photos were delivered much quicker than I anticipated and they are BEAUTIFUL! We are so happy that we stuck with Michael and would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for someone fun and easy to work with who does great work. Thanks, team!!
Alisha & A., 10 months ago
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Shelby Ayn Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Your experience with me starts long before you step in front of my lens. I take the time and energy to get to know you & your story, so that I can capture the parts of your relationship that are authentically YOU. So that you can look back on the photos from this season of life, and feel like you're right back in that moment, feeling those same feels. To me, a perfectly posed & still photograph doesn't capture a feeling the way that a candid one can. I direct my couples to create images that are full of movement and those intimate in-between moments.

Shelby and her team were amazing to work with. They were extremely professional and edited our photos perfectly. Shelby found great locations at our venue for pictures, and was she took any and all suggestions I had regarding how to pose, who to pose with, and the style of photos. She made our wedding day that much better, and I recommend her for any event/photoshoots that you may need her services :)
Clarisse & B., a year ago
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Mel Baxter - Love Line Studios 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA
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Candid- In The Moment - Vibrant Images. Hey there, I’m Mel! I’m so excited to join you on this amazing journey. I picked up my first camera at 15—nearly 14 years ago—and haven’t put it down since. As your wedding and elopement photographer, I’m here to capture all the special moments, tell your story, and catch those little details you might miss. Photography is my passion. I’m not just taking photos; I’m telling your story, and I can’t wait to help you start your next chapter.

Mel was absolutely everything on our wedding day! We had so many unexpected plot twists, but she handled everything like a pro. From helping us stay calm to capturing every single precious moment, she was an absolute rockstar. Our photos turned out incredible, and she truly made our day unforgettable. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer and would recommend her in a heartbeat!! WE LOVE MEL!
Sarah C., 4 months ago
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Another Dream | Wedding Photo & Video 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

We're Frank and Anastasia, the heart and soul behind Another Dream, leading our team as a husband-and-wife duo. Together, we bring a unique blend of candid, natural, and creative storytelling to every corner of Southern California.

Another Dream Wedding Photo & Video was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding photography. Their communication style is quick, thorough and professional - they responded to emails incredibly fast and were very detailed in answering all of our questions. The quality of their work is nothing short of dreamy, beautiful and amazing - the photos captured all of the special moments from our wedding day in a natural, artistic way that truly tells the story. They have an ability to capture genuine emotions and moments without ever feeling intrusive. Their rates are very fairly priced for the incredible quality of their artistic photography and videography. We could not recommend Another Dream more highly for wedding photography and videography - they are true professionals who deliver beautiful work that we will treasure forever. Choosing them was one of the best decisions we made when planning our wedding!
Guadalupe F., 2 months ago
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Luz Castro Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Hi, I'm Luz! I am 31 years old. I love to travel, I'm from Colombia, the country where born this brand, I started 7 years ago working for clubs and national artists in concerts and shows, By 2018, I had already worked with more than 5 artists and several weddings on board and the creation of content for clubs and restaurants brands. that required our services eventually. I want to offer all our clients the best experience and the best result depending on the needs and above all understanding the point of view of each new project.

Awarded Best of Zola
She is the best photographer and amazing person The most important thing about her is that she loves what she does and puts all her effort so that her work turns out perfect.
Brenda Mejia , a year ago
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Perez Family Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

From our family to yours... Wherever God leads us, we will travel to capture your precious moments. We believe that each photoshoot is a divine appointment, and we are honored to be part of your journey. We are Robert and Justina, a husband and wife photography team with three wonderful children: a 4-year-old boy, a 14-year-old boy, and a 17-month-old girl. Often our kiddos travel with us to photoshoots (not weddings, haha ) , making it a true family affair. Family is everything to us, and our business reflects that passion. (As far as weddings, usually one of us shoot the weddings).

The Perez family are one of th3 beat decisions we made for our special day, They were so professional, Kind, attentive, and captured the best moments, we couldn't be happier.
Carmen M., 4 months ago
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Destinations with Dana 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

As a wedding photographer, my connection to my couples is more important to me than anything else. Serving couples getting married in dreamy wedding locations, whether it’s a vineyard in Carmel Valley or a beach wedding in Monterey, fills my heart with so much joy. It’s always a thrill to return to venues I love, but with nearly 100 weddings in my portfolio, it still surprises me how different each and every wedding day truly is. The menu you choose, the music you dance to, the color palette that inspires you - it all comes together on your wedding day to tell your story.

Awarded Best of Zola
I would recommend Dana Arnold Photography to anyone in search of a photographer who is just as much the clients best friend as she is their photography. She can relate to anyone and be herself while maintaining a level of professionalism that is come to be expected with a high end photographer. She puts clients at ease, jokes and laughs and delivers amazing photographs. Highly recommended.
Brandon, 4 years ago
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Caitlin Audrey Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Hey hey, I'm Caitlin! I've lived in Arizona since 2010, a transplant from the PNW! I've loved living in this beautiful state, and even more love photographing all around this beautiful state as well! I've been a wedding photographer since 2018, but a photographer even longer. I got my first camera when I was 8 years old and learned how to develop my own film in my neighbors garage. I'm a momma to 3 rad kiddos, love traveling with my family, a complete & utter history nerd - you should see my NatGeo magazine collection! I can't wait to meet you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Caitlin was the second best choice of the entire wedding (first was of course marrying my best friend). She not only made the day seamless, fun, and stressless, but hot dang does she take amazing photos! Our friends and family were blown away by her professionalism, kindness, and talent the night of, and we’re blown away a second time when we got our sneak peak of photos back. Caitlin captured moments that I didn’t even realize she was taking pictures of, and I’m so glad she did. My only regret is not having more wall space to hang all the photos she took, because I can’t pick favorites since they all captured the day so perfectly. If you’re reading this and still need a photographer, stop what you’re doing and go book her right now. You won’t regret it! <3
Rebecca E., 3 years ago
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The Photege 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Hi! My name is Marsha and I am a wedding and lifestyle photographer in Central California with over 15 years of experience. I love going above and beyond for my clients giving them the ultimate experience!

Awarded Best of Zola
Loved every second working with Marsha. She was there for me anytime I had a question, helped me create a timeline for my wedding, and had a very calming presence that helped me greatly. We got through photos in rapid succession and had plenty of time to mingle with our guests after (we did do a first look with pictures pre-ceremony so that helped a lot). This lady definitely knows what she is doing. She was absolutely priceless to have!
Josi W., a year ago
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Vanessa Montano Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,095
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Hi there. I am a wedding + lifestyle photographer serving the East Bay, San Francisco, Napa, Sonoma and Sacramento areas. My focus is on outdoor weddings: gardens, historic homes, wineries, parks, private estates, forests, national parks, and country clubs. I adore details and love when couples pour their hearts and souls into making their wedding a special day they will remember forever.

I got married in Napa Valley and didn't know who to hire for my professional pictures. The venue recommended a few names and after contacting Vanessa I knew that is who I wanted to work with. She was very caring and patient. She was on time and didn't disrupt the moment when I was getting ready, instead she made it special. She gave us poses to do and talked to the venue to make sure we could go to a little bridge I wanted to take pictures at. I highly recommend her!!
Paula Z., 10 months ago
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Nicole Serna Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Plant lover, dog mom, croc rockin', beach cruisin', online shopping photog. You might catch me watching Emily in Paris while snuggled next to our giant lap dogs Lulu and Buddy or traveling the world to inspiring places with my husband (and best friend) Audie. I studied photography at the Academy of Art University in my favorite city by the bay, San Francisco. I continuously develop and modernize my knowledge and experience by utilizing my member resources provided by the Professional Photographers of America (PPA) Association.

Awarded Best of Zola
I found Nicole kind of serendipitously on Instagram - she had commented on a post mentioning that she would love to shoot a wedding at our venue so I sent her a DM to inquire about her services. She was very attentive to answering all my questions and scheduling a call to discuss our wedding and her services. We found her pricing to be very competitive and edged out the other photographers we had been considering. We were excited her package included an engagement shoot and thought it was a good opportunity to build rapport and feel more comfortable having our photos taken before our wedding day. We live a few hours away from our venue and her location but she graciously offered to travel to us for our engagement shoot! We could tell she put a lot of effort into scouting out locations and making the most of our shoot, and she turned our photos around to us so quickly! It was just a few weeks before our wedding so it had us feeling excited and confident that our photos would turn out great. Our wedding day went very smoothly and Nicole was very organized and did a great job! She even came up to me during the wedding to let me know that we might want to reshoot some photos of my dad lifting my veil. I thought that was so considerate! Just like our engagement shoot, I could tell the time and effort she put into scouting out locations and getting all the photos we had asked for. There were a few photos on my shot list that we did not get to do, which obviously we had hoped to have, but I understand my wedding was a very short timeline. We were blown away by the sneak peeks we received just 24 hours after our wedding! And Nicole managed to turn our entire gallery around to us in just 3 weeks. We had friends who got married 6 weeks before us and they were still waiting on their gallery! The gallery is easy to share with friends and family, easy to download and well organized! We really appreciate Nicole for capturing our day so beautifully and giving us photos that we can look back on and love forever! We would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a wedding photographer and hope to be able to use her services in the future to capture more seasons of our lives!
Erica, 8 months ago
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Haley Wilde Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

My name is Haley Wilde and I am a digital and 35mm film photographer based in Southern California. I specialize in all things surrounding love because I am a sucker for a good old fashioned love story. I would absolutely love to not only capture you love, but truly celebrate alongside you. I was a wedding planner for 3+ years prior to photography, so my knowledge and genuine passion for the wedding industry and serving my couples sets me apart from other photographers!

Awarded Best of Zola
We cannot recommend Haley enough for your wedding photography needs! We discovered Haley through Instagram and were immediately impressed by her work. From our very first interaction, Haley was incredibly responsive and easy to communicate with. Planning a wedding can be stressful, but Haley made the photography aspect seamless. My husband and I are not naturals in front of the camera, but Haley's friendly and calming demeanor put us completely at ease during our engagement shoot. She took the time to understand our personalities and preferences, which really showed in the photos. On our wedding day, Haley was a true professional. She was patient, took initiative when needed, capturing all the most precious moments—from our first look with our grandparents to our private vows. The photos turned out beautifully, and we couldn't be happier with the way she documented our special day. If you're looking for a photographer who not only captures stunning images but also makes you feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the process, Haley is the one. Whether it's engagements, weddings, or any other special event, Haley's talent and dedication shine through. Don't hesitate to hire her—you won't regret it!
Shirley, a day ago

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About wedding photographers in Santa Maria, CA

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

A Santa Maria, CA wedding photographer ranges from $185 to $20,000 and averages at $3,000. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in Santa Maria, CA offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Santa Maria, 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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