Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Goleta, CA

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Dominic Trujillo Photography & Videography

5.0

Redlands, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I am an artist and a hopeless romantic. For me, taking photos has always been a way to not only express myself but to connect with the people around me. Documenting life and love has become second nature to me over the last 5 years as a wedding photographer.

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Where do we start with Dominic and his wife Aribeth! They were truly such a light on our wedding day! Absolutely phenomenal service and made photos so fun! They captured every important moment possible and made it effortless in what they were doing. We had a blast having them. We also loved that they sent us sneak peeks less than 24hours after the wedding, absolutely stunning photos! Grateful for them and going above and beyond for us
Donovan & J., a year ago
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ByCherry Photography

5.0

Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

I'm based inn sunny Santa Barbara, California world famous for its moderate Mediterranean weather and Spanish architecture throughout the city. Being an all-year wedding destination location I have the fortune to be a part of so many couples' special days. I love capturing joy! I'm passionate about elopements and helping couples maneuver the logistics to make their day super special.

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If you are reading this review, you must be considering ByCherry Photography for your event. Don’t waste anymore time; especially if your wedding will be in Santa Barbara. SHE is the best choice. She knows the Santa Barbara Courthouse like the back of her hand. Our Mural Room photos could not be more beautiful. From the very first query, we felt relief. She responded quickly to questions and concerns. Her website is easy to navigate and informative. Cherry was so easy to work with and so accommodating. She even figured out a way to get post ceremony beach photos with our tight schedule. Her personality put us at ease and it shows in the finished photos. Contact ByCherry Photography!
Belinda S., a year ago
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Brittany Taylor Photography

5.0

Solvang, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600

Hi, I’m Brittany and I’m so glad you’ve stopped by! Through Brittany Taylor Photography I pride myself in capturing all of life’s milestone moments and preserving them through beautiful imagery. It is my goal to bring raw emotion to life and tell a unique story (your story) through each photograph. Having been in the industry for well over a decade I have the experience and expertise to provide my clients with both the professionalism and personal detail in which I believe every client deserves.

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Brittany was awesome to work with. Her communication up to our day and after was and has been amazing! We got our pictures back and everyone loves them and we are obsessed with them. Brittany captured our day perfectly, she didn’t have many poses and types of pictures and instead caught us in some of the best natural moments which can be seen in our photos. Aside from Brittany’s work she’s just such an amazing person! She took my dress to our venue and was always right there asking if I needed anything, snacks drinks to sit down whatever the case may be she always cared. She is also extremely personable as was her assistant. I would recommend Brittany to anyone!
Jessica S., 6 months ago
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Amelie Black Photography

5.0

Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,830

Thank you for being here! My name is Amelie and I am extremely passionate about capturing intimate love stories. I love collaborating with my couples to create unique, meaningful galleries that reflect the most important moments of their days. I would describe my style as candid, emotional, dreamy, fun, and documentary-style.

From the minute that Amelie arrived at the venue, she was professional, helpful, creative, and kind. She is incredibly skilled not only at taking beautiful and artistic photographs, but also in managing the dynamics of the wedding event. My husband and I are not super comfortable in front of the camera but taking a walk with Amelie to get some solo shots was organic and effortless. We just received some preview photos, and both her photo composition and editing captured our wedding perfectly. Without being asked, she took on many more roles than just the photographer: timekeeper, dress bustler, calm creator, and creative director. She somehow seemed to be in several places at once and was always an arm distance away when a photo opportunity arrived. She scouted beautiful places for my husband and I to take solo photos, instructed the officiant on where to best stand so our ceremony photos would look good, and remembered every single special shot that we requested prior to the event. Hiring Amelie was one of the best decisions we made when planning our wedding, and I can’t recommend her enough. We will certainly be recommending her to all our friends and family.
Montana and A., 4 months ago
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MacKenzie Rana Photography
Santa Maria, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

Born and raised in California and a lover of nature my style is driven by landscapes, connection, and authenticity. I believe that when you look back on a photo, you remember what you felt at that moment. It is my goal to help facilitate an incredible experience that is worth remembering and displaying. Capturing the big moments and the little ones in-between.

Just Kiss Collective
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

Just Kiss Collective is Joni Deluccio and Kristen Hammonds. After nearly twenty years of capturing weddings on our own, we teamed up in 2018 and blended our collective knowledge and experience to capture your wedding day memories. We understand how important your moments are, and are honored when we are invited into your lives on such a special day.

Michelle Lauren Photography
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

I love the human spirit. And in our relationships is where we thrive. The love shared by two people is a gift. I am always in awe and honored to capture that love and those moments that will be cherished forever. If fills me up. It's my thing.

Sarita Relis Photography
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400

Every photo shoot is a journey. Each person I photograph is special and comes with a unique story so no photoshoot is the same. I step into your world for a day and capture some of that story. Whether it's a wedding, special event or portrait I am there to capture your moments and give you beautiful images that you can reflect back on time and time again.

Baron Erik Spafford
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

I've been a professional photographer for over 30 years. My images have won numerous awards, nationally and internationally. As an event photographer I have covered a majority of The Fortune 500 Companies as well as many Political Dignitaries and Celebrities. I have photographed over 1500 weddings including the weddings.

Bethany Joy Photography
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

Modern, timeless, and sincere wedding photography on California's coast. Sisters Bethany and Mackenzie are central coast California wedding photographers. It is our goal to tell your story through our photographs, knowing the pertinence of the details — for it’s what makes your story uniquely yours. We love traveling and work all along the CA coast from Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo, up to Monterey and the Bay Area.

Willa Kveta Photography
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,250

Capturing photographs that evoke emotion, is what I was meant to do! Whether I'm photographing a wedding, an individual, or even commercial work, the emotion, the invisible yet visible connection, is what I seek to capture in my photographs. I specialize in Goddess Empowerment Sessions, Intimate Weddings, Adventure Elopements, and Lifestyle Portraits. Although once my main focus, I only take on a select number of Full-Scale Weddings each year. I'm based in Santa Barbara, CA, own property in Costa Rica (my second home), and travel to photograph love and cool humans all over the globe!

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Eivan's Photo & Video

4.9

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Goleta, CA

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

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Evian’s has been great to work with. Competitive pricing. Dorian and Amrik who were assigned to our wedding were amazing and made the day wonderful. I’m very eager to get my photos and video back
Kira D., 2 years ago
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Drzazga Photo

5.0

Cleveland, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves Goleta, CA

We're husband and wife destination wedding and elopement photographers and videographers based in Cleveland, Ohio, traveling as much as possible. We’re here to be your photographic memory, capturing you honestly and naturally so you can give your attention to the people and moments that matter most. We want you to have stunning images and the best day of your life and we do everything in our power to deliver both.

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As a Photography Professor, Fine Artists, and former wedding photographers ourselves, we really sought out artists for all of our wedding stuff. From photography to flowers to hair and make up. The second I saw Drzazga’s portfolio I KNEW they went to art school at a Masters level. Their work and professionalism were fantastic. They got things done quickly and artistically. Truly excited we found them!
Carrie Anne G., 7 months ago
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Justin McCallum Photography

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Hi! I’m Justin (he/him) and I’m here to affirm your love, make you feel like a fucking rockstar, and dance like a total fool. Oh, and take so many gorgeous photos of y’all. Obvs. My style blends both documentary photojournalism and fine art photography: coaching folks who are shy in front of the camera, then stepping back to capture authentic moments uninterrupted. I’ve been lucky enough to have my work published by A Practical Wedding, The New York Times, GLAMOUR, People Magazine and many other fabulous outlets. I'm a stereotypical Capricorn that loves drag shows, campy horror films, every dog I meet, and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.

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We can’t say enough wonderful things about Justin! My husband and I just got the first batch of our wedding photos, and they look exactly the way the day felt: beautiful, warm, and authentically happy. From our first call, it was clear Justin understood exactly what we wanted from our wedding photos, and from our wedding in general. Throughout the entire wedding planning process, he was kind, respectful, and genuinely interested in getting to know us. By the day of the wedding, we were excited to hang out with him and introduce him to our friends! Justin and Emily made everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera, and even managed to get our 2 year-old nephew to stand still long enough for some great photos. Working with Justin was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding!
Alison G., 7 months ago
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Sophia Osborne Photography

5.0

Ashburn, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

A boutique wedding photographer specializing in editorial style photos, Sophia Osborne Photography creates timeless memories you can look back on for years to come. As somebody with a lifelong passion for photography, Sophia has over half a decade of experience in the wedding industry and loves capturing organic, romantic and unscripted moments during weddings and elopements.

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Working with Sophia was amazing! My husband and I were living in 2 different states when we got married and our wedding was held in a location several hours away from the both of us. Sophia was so accommodating in planning our big day even though we couldn’t meet in person due to our circumstances. She even went to our wedding venue location months before our wedding to spot good places to take photos. When we requested a second photographer, she was so quick and helpful in accommodating this need. She was so organized and ask for detailed information before the big day and this made sure everything ran smoothly and we got all the photos we wanted! We were really big on having someone to capture the joy of our big day and that’s exactly what Sophia did! When we saw all out photos it was incredible to see all the fun she captured from our guests and ourselves! She was also super quick to return all of our photos and there over 1000 photos to look at! Even after the wedding, Sophia went out of her way to ask me if she could submit photos to be published in a magazine. Because of her great skills one of our wedding photos was published in the Baltimore Weddings review! Sophia was great and I would highly recommend her if you’re looking for someone who makes the day stress-free and captures the most authentic and joyful moments!
Claudia & C., a year ago
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Hopkins Co

5.0

Nashville, TN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Goleta, CA

We are a wedding + elopement duo serving the Nashville area + some other special places that make us happy. We can’t wait to meet you! We started capturing weddings through covid when we were stuck at home and needed to find some way to be creative. Savannah went to school for videography and Jon is an OG drummer turned videographer that has really enjoyed getting to create. If we aren’t celebrating you and your love story, you can find us at the beach, probably eating some yummy food, and missing our fluff ball kitty at home. We are so easy going and love to be spontaneous with our plans.

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Hopkins Co. did our wedding video, and we were blown away by the quality of the film plus the shots and moments captured! I also follow them on Instagram, and love seeing everyone’s wedding photos—I’m trying to think of an excuse to hire them again!
Meredith S., 2 years ago
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A+M Badillo Images

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

We’re Andrew and Marijo (pronounced mary•joe), a husband and wife team! Our style is bright, vibrant, nostalgic with a mix of candids and cinematic images. We love getting to know our couples before their big day! It helps us create more personal work that reflects your love. We hope you know that your love is special, and that we can see that it is. And that’s always how we’ll tell your story.

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Highly Recommend Maryjo from A+M Badillo Images. We chose A+M Badillo Images for our Maternity photos and Maryjo has great energy and is professional and enthusiastic throughout the whole process, we literally felt like time flew by so fast from when we started the photo shoot. She gave very clear directions and assisted us with poses. Most importantly, she delivered an outstanding gallery for us in a short amount of time, it's the best surprise we could ask for. Pricing is reasonable and she is very open to communication, all the emails are returned in a timely manner. There's just nothing negative about this experience, and i would like to recommend any couple or families who are looking into professional photography to work with them.
Vivian W., 3 years ago
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A Nomadic Love

5.0

Dallas, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Together Carly and Elliot of Nomadic Love are the ultimate power team for your wedding day. As a husband and wife team feeding off one another’s strengths, they can truly maximize on so many more elements than a single person.

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Carly and Elliot are an absolute amazing team. I’ve worked along side them with my clients and couldn’t ask for a more detailed, fun, calm and energetic photographers! They capture my designs of florals and styling perfectly. Making sure all of the details and the day is captured by telling a beautiful story. I absolutely love working with them and being able to recommend them to my clients! Cannot wait to create more days together sweet friends!
Brittnee, a year ago
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Soda Fountain Photo

4.9

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I’m Mysi (pronounced, boringly, “Missy”)! I’ve been at this thing for 12 years and I keep falling more and more in love with it all. Give me intimate micro-weddings, quirky dive bar weddings, raucous South Asian weddings... my team and I absolutely thrive in chaos and emotion. My specialty is catching the moments and those tiny moments in between. ✨✨✨

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't have been happier with Mysi's work capturing candid moments of our family and friends throughout our celebrations -- the essence we'll fondly look back upon.
Sital S., a year ago
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Gabbie Burseth Photo

5.0

Santa Monica, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

My name is Gabbie, and I'm a wedding photographer for the couples who seek a non-traditional approach to their big day. I'm a sucker for a candid moment, intimate ceremonies, and black-and-white images from the 1980s. My work is photojournalistic — I approach weddings through a documentary lens, telling the truth with beautiful and timeless imagery.

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Gabbie made our elopement photo session feel so natural. She knew just what to say to get us in comfortable positions and made it easy to capture our precious moments. The photos turned out beautiful, sharp, and super high quality! I definitely recommend Gabbie for any size wedding.
Megan F., 3 years ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Goleta, CA

We are traveling wedding photographer and videographer. For 2024, we have 70+ weddings booked in 21 different states. Our shooting style is photojournalistic, natural, CINEMATIC to traditional. Our editing and style depends. Very easygoing and flexible depending on the client's preference. Our team is dedicated in delivering memories.

Ledd was very accommodating and professional. He really knows what to do and and really go to extra lengths to get the right shots. He is also flexible and was able to adjust on out budget. 10/10 for Ledd!
Aaron, 5 months ago
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Holly Castillo Photography

5.0

Malibu, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I'm a CA based and travel wedding photographer. I've photographed almost 200 weddings, and every single one goes by so quickly. I love my job because even though the day goes by fast, I get to find and capture those small moments, sometimes just a fraction of a second long, so they can be relived over and over in photographs. I have a photojournalistic and editorial style, plus 9 years of wedding experience under my belt, so trust me that I've got it while you are able to fully enjoy your day and be present.

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Absolutely loved working with Holly! She was super easy to communicate with and so sweet! She worked with us on a package perfect for our wedding and gave us beautiful photos! She also did family photos for us the day before our wedding. Would recommend Holly 100%!
Monica and J., 2 years ago
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Shelby Phillips Photography

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Goleta, CA

hey you! thanks for dropping by. my name is shelby, and i am a queer artist and manhattan based photographer who specializes in weddings + equine portraiture. my priority as a photographer is developing a personal relationship with each and every one of my clients (two or four legged). your special moments are their most pure when you are comfortable and ready to just have fun, and i am here to create that joyful space.

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We hired Shelby for our wedding in Brooklyn and undoubtedly made the best choice for photographer. She was professional, communicative, and obviously talented (her work speaks for itself!) We chose one of her higher packages that included a second photographer so we could have our groomsmen and bridesmaids both photographed getting ready at separate locations. Throughout the event, she was like a fly on the wall, and captured so many amazing moments without us even taking notice. When our guests engaged with her, she was fun and interactive. In the end, her photos somehow turned out better than we expected, clearly illustrating her talent and attention to detail. We have and would highly recommend Shelby to anyone looking for a wedding photographer!
Catherine + J., 2 years ago
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Jess Onesto (formerly Cheers Babe Photo)

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Jess is a wedding photographer serving couples from Los Angeles to New York City. She specializes in documenting moments with honesty and optimism to showcase her couples’ love for each other, love for their people and their love for a damn good time. “My work is bold, enduring, and honest.” With more than a decade of experience as a photographer and a background in fine art and film photography, Jess approaches each wedding with intention and a sense of novelty. She works in both digital and film mediums and her work has been featured in publications including Martha Stewart Weddings, Destination I Do and Brides.

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I met Jess Onesto, owner of Cheers Babe Photo, when I was a bridesmaid in a friend’s wedding. I had been a bridesmaid many times at this point, but had never met a photographer like Jess. Jess has such an amazing energy and she managed to make hours of photos so dang fun! When I got engaged, the first thing I did for wedding planning was book Cheers Babe to capture our wedding day. Outside of marrying my husband, booking Cheers Babe was the best decision I made when it came to our wedding. When COVID hit, we went from having a destination wedding for 200 people to a 10-person wedding at my husband’s childhood home. Through all the ups and downs of planning our original dream wedding, cancelling that wedding, and re-planning another wedding, Jess was with us every step of the way. When you hire Jess, you are hiring more than a photographer. You are hiring a caring, passionate and empathetic human being who truly loves her couples. Jess is a wealth of wedding knowledge and she was there to offer advice, guidance and emotional support pre-COVID and after. It can be awkward posing for photos. Jess takes all of the awkwardness out of it and makes it feel natural and fun. We booked an engagement photoshoot with Jess before our wedding and I am so glad we did. She taught us tons of tips for taking photos that she referenced again on our wedding day. It made the whole thing so much more natural. Jess has a way of making her brides and grooms feel so beautiful and at ease, which shows in the end result. You can feel the joy and happiness when you look at her photos because that’s how she makes her couples feel!
Meg & S., 4 years ago
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Kathryn Cooper Weddings

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Goleta, CA

This is delightfully different elopement + wedding photography! From helicopter elopements, to hiking engagements, to weddings with bouncy houses, I capture the adventurous, quirky, and unique. Based in both New York and California, with travel worldwide, I've photographed couples on 6 continents. My creative, fun, and candid photography uses innovative techniques and unique ideas to get photos that make you look twice. Whether you're saying vows in your backyard or having a 3-day adventure wedding in the rainforest, I'll catch every spontaneous moment of joy and laughter—and plan a few awesomely unique shots on top of it all.

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I would recommend her as a photographer to anyone who wants to have pictures that will allow them to keep reliving their wedding day. She was a joy to work with, easy-going, and yet very astute to our wishes as a couple. Kathryn made our already fantastic day one that we can keep visiting for many years to come. I don’t even know where to start. I think Kathryn was fated to be our wedding photographer. Nothing else explains how well it all turned out. Whenever I look at my wedding pictures, I relive my wedding so vividly that it is unreal. The way she was able to capture our day was beyond amazing, and it’s the same sentiment expressed by anyone who has viewed our photographs, from our wedding guests, family, and friends who didn’t attend, to strangers. Simply beautiful and magical. We found her online after months of searching and talking to many other photographers. She caught our attention with her pictures first but kept it with her personality and quality of work. We were able to feel the spirit, emotion, and genuine joy in them. Her attention to details and being able to capture all of those emotions spoke to us immediately. The creativity and sense of adventure that shined through her pictures secured her role on our joyous day. Her style matched ours so well. First of all, she was so easy to work with her. At the onset, our interactions were seamless, from the first conversation on the phone to the contracting process and the delivery of our photos. I have heard so many horror stories from friends and family about their photographers and being unhappy with the outcome that I was scared that my experience would be similar. However, working with Kathryn was indeed a dream, and my photos are beyond lovely. I don’t think a day has passed when we do not look at our photos with smiles on our faces. Her pictures are clear and full of energy. So well done that you can feel the emotions, hear the music, and experience all the joys. I can’t imagine anyone else being able to capture it the way she did. She was able to get little moments in-between moments. She was omnipresent yet invisible if that makes any sense, but it’s the best I can explain it. She was there when the Bridal party was getting ready yet not in the way. She captured the ceremony in a way that you can feel the love, the sincerity of our vows, and our audience responded to it all—documented the fun of the dance party to a point where you can hear the music that went along with the moves frozen in time. We hardly felt her presence in the room, but we know she was there because we have these captured moments. If you can book her, just do it!
Jouliana, 3 years ago
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Fatima Elreda Photo

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I set my mind and soul to this craft about 5 years ago and my heart just grew with every couple I met and every story I learned and told through my favorite medium of photography. It is the absolute best feeling being able to photograph the genuine love and happiness a couple expels through their wedding day. Nothing can beat the emotions and the charm of that. It's an honor to be able to translate those emotions onto images so people can look back through them and get back those feelings years and decades later.

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It was easy to work with Fatima as she was in constant communication. All the pictures we took felt genuine and not staged. She made us feel comfortable and made us feel less stress during our wedding day. We would hire her again for major events in the future!
Yesenia C., 2 years ago
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The Jaramillos

5.0

Bedford, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

The Jaramillos, a husband and wife Photography duo. We specialize in capturing the authentic and raw moments with an editorial flair. Whether you want iconic photos to post, or to have for your future grandchildren to gaze upon, or anything in-between we are the photographers for you.

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I love the mood you captured of our engagement photos. We felt so comfortable with them.
Megan , 4 months ago
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Emily Morgan Photos, LLC

5.0

Oceanside, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Traveling has taught me the importance of capturing all the important - big and small - moments to look back on years later. I love capturing those truly candid moments. The kind of photos that put you right back in the moment five, ten, fifty years later. I'm a Southern California-based photographer that will travel wherever you want to document your love! I'm constantly exploring in my hiking boots with laid-back couples that want to capture genuine moments about their relationship. When I'm not taking pictures, you can usually find me hanging out with my people, hiking, watching sitcoms, or taking a spontaneous trip.

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I officiated a wedding in Asheville NC, and working beside her was easily accomplished. She watched as I swayed in and out of the photos for the couple so she could get the perfect shots we both knew that the couple wanted. We made eye contact and communicated through head knods knowing what was expected next. I've officiated so many weddings that it was great to have someone prepared for they knew what and when I was going to do it. Best of all, although it was a VERY cold morning, the couple threw a curve ball and asked her if they could take a trip up the Smokey Mountains for a few extra photos. Without hesitation, she said..sure! She shared photos with me and because I was officiating the wedding and sent the previews to me for MY portfolio! Great vendor to work with and a professional that I would hire for myself.
JoshuaMaplesWeddings, 7 months ago
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Tooney White Photography

5.0

Modesto, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,990
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I was born and raised in the Philippines but now call Northern California my home. I've been a photographer for over a decade and that journey has made me come to realize that nothing makes me happier than making those behind my lens feel amazing about themselves. My goal is to be so much more than your photographer. I'd love for you to consider me your friend especially because we'll be spending a lot of time together on your wedding day. Trust me to help fix any strands of hair that get in your face, straighten out your outfits, help you pose, and encourage you to enjoy this momentous day.

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A little late to review… BUT! I couldn’t be more happier than to write this for Tooney. Tooney, your photography skills are simply amaaazing. I mean you managed to capture each important moment on camera in such style and grace. It was so much fun to look through the photos, I must’ve looked at it a hundred times! Thanks for being such a great shooter, you’re seriously a pro at making the shots so easy and fun. We’re so lucky to have you as our engagement shoot photographer!! The app and the website you created was so easy to use, and so beautiful. Everything about our shoot was memorable, thank you so much for the fantastic pictures! We can’t wait to print and post em on our walls 3
Cindy C., 5 months ago
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MKEshoots Photography

5.0

Porter Ranch, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Based out of Los Angeles, CA, MKEshoots Photography specializes in wedding and portrait photography. We truly understand the importance of capturing your wedding in its full glory. We both have over 6 years of experience in professional wedding photography. We place great importance on documenting the wedding day and capturing its essence through our photography. We want all our clients to be able to cherish the memories captured and relive their wedding day over and over. Our team specializes in capturing natural, documentary-style, candid photos.

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My fiancè and I booked a sunrise engagement shoot with Murtaza. From the day we first reached out, Murtaza was extremely professional, kind, and quick to respond. Murtaza was very accommodating of our limited schedules, and held several calls with us before the shoot to make sure every detail would be exactly what we wanted. On the actual day of the shoot, we were nervous as we don’t like having our photos taken. Murtaza made us instantly feel at ease with his kindness and radiant positivity. He patiently worked with us to pick our best angles, but also included fun, dynamic prompts that made us forget about the camera and not look stiff. As an added bonus, within a few minutes of leaving the shooting site, Murtaza sent us a sneak peek he had already edited! We treasured these until we received the full package of edited photos, which were stunning beyond our expectations or hopes. I would highly recommend Murtaza on his qualifications as a photographer alone, but his genuinely warm personality and infectious positivity truly distinguish him from the rest. Murtaza is a gem!
Hanna, 10 months ago
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Love & Latitudes

5.0

Huntington Beach, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Goleta, CA

We’re Diana and Isiah, the photographer and officiant duo behind Love and Latitudes Outdoor Wedding and Elopement Photography. We adore traveling and would love nothing more than to give you the perfect adventure elopement. As full-time vanlifers, we are always looking for the next experience—no drive is too long or winding to stop us from our next adventure!

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When my husband and I first got engaged, we knew we wanted to take engagement photos in Mammoth Lakes, CA. I had actually reached out to a different photographer, but she was unavailable the dates we were looking for and referred us to Diana. Luckily, she happened to be available and in the area at the exact time we were going to be there. It really was meant to be! We were nervous, we’re not the type of people who are used to posing in front of a camera, but she made us feel comfortable and captured the most beautiful, genuine photos. We had such a good experience that we later booked her, and her husband Isiah as our officiant, for our wedding in Laguna Beach, CA. They were extremely professional and made the whole process seamless. Diana captured the most amazing candid moments/details and Isiah was the perfect officiant, he even took care of all the license/certificate paperwork after the ceremony for us. We’re absolutely in love with the photos and we’re constantly getting print requests from family/friends. We definitely now have a go-to photographer for any other future events! We can’t recommend them enough!
Paula Nunes B., 5 months ago
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Bellocq Weddings

5.0

New Orleans, LA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Are you frustrated with combing through page after page of the same old cliche'd wedding photos? Looking for something classic and timeless but with a bit of an edge? We got you. I've been creating wedding day memories for over a decade now. New Orleans. Chicago. Minneapolis. The PNW. NYC. We travel all over this country, and even internationally, when the right opportunity presents itself, documenting love stories for our amazing couples. Our goal with each new wedding, is not to be just good or “good enough”--the goal is to be world-class, one of the top wedding photography teams in the world. Each couple helps us accomplish this.

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J is truly incredible to work with! He immediately made me feel comfortable and wasn’t “pushy” when I was deciding on photographers. We picked him because 1.) his photography is seriously amazing, and 2.) he is a genuinely wonderful guy, and I knew he would put me at ease throughout the day. His rates are also very reasonable and there are no “hidden” fees. I really liked that he was with us the ENTIRE day too! We just got our wedding photos back (SUPER FAST TURNAROUND) and I am completely in love! I don’t even have the words to describe how incredible they are. He captured so many moments that I didn’t even know happened, and now we have hundreds of photos of people laughing and crying throughout the day that I wouldn’t have ever seen if he wasn’t there! We wanted someone that was artistic and didn’t just take the “stereotypical” wedding photos, and he exceeded our expectations. He was very responsive throughout the entire process and took the time to thoroughly answer every single question I had. He was even helpful during the wedding day with things not entirely photographer related, like helping me find something I lost at one point and exuding a “chill” vibe that definitely calmed everyone down! My entire family adored him, and we are already thinking of new events in life that we will hire J for! I am SO thankful he was with us for our engagement photos and wedding day, and I cannot recommend him enough!
Jessi A., 5 months ago
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Kristy Tasca Photography

4.9

Charleston, SC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Kristy Tasca Photography is a Charleston-based Destination Wedding, Elopement + Portrait Photographer documenting authentic love stories + moments. With 12 years experience as a photographer and 25+ years experience as a coach, Kristy truly makes her clients feel comfortable and like the best version of themselves. Maya Angelou said it best, “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor and some style”. So, let’s get together, look cute, laugh, get to know one another and capture your love like you’ve never seen before.

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In our experience Kristy is very easy to work with. Our shoot came out great. She also made me feel at ease being in front of the camera. I would recommend her to my friends and family.
Shawn D., 3 years ago
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Russ Levi Photography

5.0

Petaluma, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I am an irreverent guy who just so happens to create beautiful-rich-vibrant-uniquely-authentic wedding photography in and around the Bay Area, all over California and anywhere there’s beautiful light.

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We did a lot of shopping around for our engagement photos, and we decided to go with Russ. When we got the photos back, we knew we would never use another photographer in the bay area again. The photoshoot felt so casual, but the resulting photos looked carefully crafted to perfection. When the circumstances led to us doing a zoom elopement, we jumped at the opportunity to book Russ again. A consistent experience, with some of the most beautiful photos we've ever seen. It's hard to believe they were taken right outside our door. He has a talent for turning just about any location into an incredible work of art. During these crazy times, it's also worth noting that he wore 2 masks and was very respectful of our space to make sure everyone felt safe. 10/10 will book again.
Haley, 4 years ago
Jordan Jankun Photography

5.0

Washingtonville, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I have been photographing weddings for 12 years and I love every second of it! I live in the Hudson Valley, but I travel all over the world for weddings. I started photographing weddings in college on the side and once I graduated I knew I wanted to continue to pursue weddings! If you'd like to inquire, please do so through my website!

Jordan was truly the best photographer we could’ve ever asked for for our wedding. From the moment we met her we both felt so comfortable in front of the camera. Our photos came out better than our wildest dreams and we will cherish them forever.
Nicole, 3 months ago
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Sarah Peterson Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,888
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I'm a Bay Area native with over 12 years in the commercial photography realm. I got my start on the beaches of Los Angeles back in 2012 shooting commercial swimwear campaigns for some of the best designers in swim and fashion. That opened the door to countless opportunities with modeling agencies, reality television, and fashion design. In 2018 I made the move back up north to San Francisco where I grew up. With a wide network of friends and family up here, I found myself catapulted into the Wedding and Elopement industry - and absolutely loved it! I'm honored when I get to be a part of one of the best days of a couple's life together.

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Working with Sarah was enjoyable and easy! As someone who usually does not like taking photos, Sarah made the process easy and comfortable. She got all the shots we had discussed in advance and captured every special moment. Her rustic editing style was exactly what I was looking for and really highlighted our flowers, centerpieces, and color scheme. Can't recommend Sarah enough!
Gianna & C., 3 years ago
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Image In Love Photography

5.0

Oceanside, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I'm in love with taking photos and I spend all of my time working on fine-tuning my photography but also getting deeper than just taking photos. I am taking photos with the purpose now more than ever. Its been my years of experience that has helped me develop my photography into art and not just a picture taker. From the moment I meet my clients, I want to know as much as I can. Getting closer to a client really transcends into the photographs I am taking of them and their special day.

Recently my husband and I threw an elopement party so our families so they had a chance to meet each other. Image In Love Photography was everything we could have ever dreamt of! Toby was so much fun to work with and delivered some absolutely gorgeous shots. We are beyond grateful to have these memories captured that will last a lifetime. Thank you Image In Love Photography. You are truly the best!! Highly recommended for sure!!!
layla mckendry, 2 months ago
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Ovation Photography & Design

5.0

Orange, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Elise is a wedding photographer based in Southern California whose style is candid and inspiring, with heeps of romantic photojournalism. Experienced in intimate weddings, destination weddings and elopements, she is available for world travel wherever love may take her.

Elise was such a pleasure to work with. She listened to the ideas we had and she also put her own twist to each photo! She made us feel comfortable and we had a blast with photoshoot for engagement announcement at Carter Este Winery and Resort in Temecula. The day of wedding she really took her time to capture each moment in the picturesque views at Temecula Creek Cottages. I love all our photos, a keepsake forever!
Juanita L., 5 months ago
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Pictures by Nicole Seaman {"Pics by Nics"}

5.0

Allentown, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I was introduced to the world of photography the same week I was introduced to the world! All thanks to my Dad, who was never without his camcorder or camera. Because of him, our memories growing up are preserved. Then I got my first camera. I documented everything. So I can go back & revisit so many wonderful memories from my life...most of which I wouldn't remember without pictures!

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Nicole is absolutely amazing! She did our wedding photos and she made it fun while still getting beautiful pictures! We highly recommend her to anyone getting married!
DJ + A., 6 months ago
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Photos By Victoria Smith

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Authentic and Artistic Photography Hey there! My name is Victoria Smith, your Los Angeles wedding and couples photographer. I went from being an instructional coach to traveling the world capturing the love stories of my clients. My passion for education and people fuel my love of documenting authentic moments that showcase your personalities and connection for years to come. With candid moments and true to color editing, your images will preserve your legacy for generations. I enjoy traveling, hiking, and am always available to chat over coffee! Send me a message to share about your story, and let's plan how to document every second.

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I loved Victoria she is very professional! Everything went smooth and I was happy with my results!
Gulnaz Graves, a year ago
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Sarahi Photo

5.0

Long Beach, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Goleta, CA

My name is Sarahi. Born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. Since a child, I loved photographing with old polaroids and disposable cameras.. My family used to complain about the 100's of pictures I captured and how many rolls of film I used. Now, I look back at pictures from 10+ years ago, and see the beauty of "stopping time" in photos and keeping them forever. I see how it brings happiness to the people around me and myself. Nothing makes me happier than people looking back at precious memories. I can't wait to extend this experience to you and create an everlasting memory that you can carry for years to follow.

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Sarai was great! and loved her team! I recommend Sarai to photograph your wedding. We had a great time with her and the process was great. She kept answering our questions and helped us plan a realistic wedding photo timeline and was a great help with our outfit choices for our engagement.
Mark S., 2 years ago
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Mindy Webb Photography

5.0

Roseville, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Based in Northern California, I travel between Napa/Sonoma-North Bay and the Lake Tahoe area photographing beautiful weddings. My light and airy imagery has a candid, documentary style that has been published on Zola, Rustic Wedding Chic, and other popular wedding websites. Dedicated to discovering the best love stories, I travel nationwide and also photograph couples from around the world at San Francisco City Hall. Awarded Best Wedding Photographer in Campbell, CA and Los Gatos, CA.

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Mindy was an amazing fit, her personality blended in with our family and friends, she truly became part of our day. Mindy went above and beyond to meet with us beforehand, asked all the right questions, and got to know us and what was important to us. She captured our personalities, which was the best part! The photos represented who we were and the love shared by all. Mindy became part of us and our shared experience. She fit in with our family and friends. Mindy quickly became a participant of our wedding and not just someone on the side. She adapted to our style and energy amazingly. As a bride, I felt so comfortable and knew we were in good hands. She allowed us to be ourselves and captured the joy and love shared by all.
Lauren, 4 years ago
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Kaitlyn Carter Photography

5.0

Louisville, KY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,150
  • Serves Goleta, 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.

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If you're in search of a photographer who will capture your wedding day seamlessly & eloquently...look no further. I can't rave enough about how beautiful our wedding day album turned out. From planned shots to the candids, it's exactly what I had envisioned. Katilin did such an awesome job of maneuvering around grabbing shots here and there and snapping shots of our day authentically. On top of it all, she was so friendly which made the experience even sweeter. It was easy to be comfortable around her and open up to the pictures. After the wedding day, sneak peek pictures were delivered promptly and she continued to keep us in the know of when to expect the full album. I would highly recommend her to any couple getting married!
Emily B., 3 months ago
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TheTheodors Photography

5.0

Redlands, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Hi friends! We are Vlad and Aida, husband and wife team photographers living in SoCal. We are USA and Europe destination photographers, seekers of that natural light that makes our souls kind. For 13 years already we’ve felt truly honored to have people’s trust for considering us to photograph one of the most important days of their life! We have dedication and passion for what we do and for the people around us! We love how we are able to connect with couples who have the same approach to love and values that we share. Our couples are kind, creative, unique, love adventuring, treat other with respect and throw a wedding that feels like them!

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The Theodors were a great duo to work with. They were easy to book and to message. They are the type of people that you want to shoot any big important event of yours. They were both very friendly and soft spoken. Throughout the day, they were everywhere taking photos. I think they captured every possible moment of our wedding. They directed us perfectly to be able to capture all the beauty. Two weeks after our wedding they sent ALOT of photos as a sneak peek of what was to come. My wife and I loved every photo of our wedding that they have given us so far and are beyond excited to see the rest. Thank you Theodors for capturing the fun and excitement through your lense and allowing us to enjoy and reminisce for years to come.
Dakota & E., 11 days ago
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A Shot Of Love Films

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

As wedding photographers and videographers, our philosophy revolves around capturing memories that celebrate the unique personalities of each couple. We strive to showcase the authentic moments, heartfelt emotions, and joyful connections that make each wedding day truly special.

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We could not have asked for anyone better than A Shot Of Love Films! Aeson and Caitlin were both very professional, reliable, and understanding! Our wedding photos and video came out amazing. Stop looking for other photographers/videographers and book them! Totally worth it!
Jose & F., 3 months ago
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The Narrative by Jarrod Rigby (Photo + Video)

5.0

Venice, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Hey future newlyweds! I'm Jarrod, a wedding photographer that specializes in story telling. Tired of all the bright, overposed, cookie cutter sh*t you keep seeing? Let's create wedding images with real emotion, story, and intention to them. I know being in front of the camera can be awkward. That's why I choose not to pose couples, but instead prompt you to do something like "take off your shoes and run across the field" or " get inside the car and kiss everywhere except the lips". These prompts will help you feel comfortable and also help create candid images. Check out my website for more info :)

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I cannot express enough how much I enjoy working with Taylor & Jarod! They are not only very talented, yet very fun to work alongside with. The always produce amazing quality work, and their communication with me as the coordinator is always punctual. I of course have them on my Preffered Vendor List and highly highly recommend them to my couples. You will have such a fun time with these two, and all of your special moments will be captured- garenteed! True professionals.
Aesthetic Event Planning, 6 months ago
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Wrenn Photography

5.0

Austin, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I am a documentary-style photographer with a passion for visual storytelling. With my fly-on-the-wall approach, your images will be an authentic, honest reflection of your love. When you look back at your photos, I want you to remember the laughs, the tears, and the moments spent with your beloveds - rather than having your photo taken. It is my joy and honor to capture this momentous day of your lives. If my style aligns with what you are looking for in a wedding photographer, let's connect and create magic together!

I can't say enough good things about Mary. She had such a great energy about her during the entire wedding day. She kept me calm and distracted when things went a lil awry Mary was able to make me smile and got beautiful photos. Best decision was to hire her. Not only were the photos so amazing the turn around to getting the photos was super quick. Hire her! She even ran up and down the streets of downtown LA to get some really cool photos."
Elysse P., 4 months ago
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Ivy Rose Photography

5.0

Las Vegas, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I'm a California and destination wedding photographer servicing all of California and wherever your love takes you. My timeless photography style is a mix of documentary and editorial curated to every couple's unique love story.

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We decided to take photos in SF on a day the weather wasn’t too kind to us. It was very cold, foggy, and windy, but that didn’t stop us from having fun. Ivy was super easy to work with, made us feel very comfortable in front of the camera, and always asked if we were okay with each pose or direction before she started taking photos. As for the pictures - they came out absolutely BEAUTIFUL. You can’t even tell the weather wasn’t on our side. Ivy captured every moment so perfectly, we LOVE every single photo!!
Aysia H., 2 years ago
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Velvet Love Studio

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $9,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Our photographers are artists with a passion for capturing the beauty and emotion of your wedding day. We use top-of-the-line equipment and lighting to ensure your photos are nothing short of spectacular. As a mobile studio, Velvet Love goes beyond traditional wedding photography. They are adventurers, storytellers, and artists, ready to embark on a journey with you to create a visual masterpiece that transcends borders. The studio's flexibility in travel arrangements, paired with their artistic expertise, means that your wedding memories will be a blend of breathtaking landscapes and intimate moments that showcase the depth of your love.

The photographers and videographers at Velvet Love Studio are not just professionals; they are artists who masterfully craft visual stories that encapsulate the essence of your special day. During the pre-wedding shoot, the team went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera. Their guidance was invaluable, resulting in a collection of breathtaking photos that perfectly captured the love and excitement leading up to the big day. On the wedding day itself, the Velvet Love Studio team seamlessly blended into the background, capturing candid moments and the intricate details without intruding on the intimate atmosphere.Their ability to capture the raw emotions and fleeting moments left us in awe. The final products surpassed our expectations, with each image and frame telling a story that will be cherished for a lifetime.
Alison O., 4 months ago
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Gui Bittencourt Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Hello! My name is Gui Bittencourt, and I have been servicing Southern California since 2018. My love for photography started during childhood. Playing with my grandma's film camera opened my eyes to new possibilities. After leaving Brazil, I decided to become a photographer and use my photographic eye to capture people's special days. Since then, I have had the honor of photographing people from all over the world. If you're looking for a photographer, find someone whose work you love, but as important is their personality and the energy they'll bring to your special day. Feel free to contact me for more information. I'll be happy to help!

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Gui was excellent to work with. He photographed our wedding ceremony and reception June 10, 2023 in Los Angeles. He was very professional from the start... and a pleasure to work with. He helped during the planning phase, understood what we were looking for in terms of photos and photo style, and was kind and warm to our friends and family on the day of the event. His price was good (we shopped around). He was on time and on budget the day of the event, and super prompt (early) providing our photos to us. I originally chose him as our photographer because I liked how his portfolio showcased his talent at capturing the emotion of the day. Our wedding photos have this same quality and we are really happy with the pictures. We were very happy with him all around. I am so glad we chose him. A great guy to work with!
Kirsten G., 10 months ago
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Stewart+Barnes Photo Co., LLC

5.0

Wetumpka, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Our approach is as unique as your love story. With a blend of editorial flair, photojournalistic authenticity, and fine art finesse, we capture the essence of your wedding day vision. We don't just capture moments, we craft narratives.

I cannot say enough good things about Jennifer and her husband. They are absolute gems in the photography world. They were so kind, so easy to work with, and meshed so well with our family on wedding day. We were told we would get our photos back in approximately 4 weeks and she was right on time. We got a sneak peak the night after our wedding !!! Our video turned out absolutely beautiful!! Seriously cannot give them enough stars. We plan to use them again as soon as we can !!
Drew J., 5 months ago
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Andy Hardman Photography

5.0

Saint Paul, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I specialize in St. Paul & Minneapolis Minnesota engagements, elopements & wedding photography. I love to work with people with vision, an appreciation for creativity and a love for adventure. If you're game then so am I. Let's make some gorgeous art together.

Every photo from our wedding was full of happiness, laughter and love, and my wife and I could not have been happier with how they turned out 333
Noah H., 3 months ago
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Juniper and Fox Photography

5.0

Whitesboro, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Hey there, I'm Karli your luxury wedding and engagement photographer. I am absolutely passionate about capturing the authentic and intimate moments as your wedding day unfolds! When you look back on your photographs, I want you to relive all the emotions you experienced.

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We hired Karli to photograph our micro-wedding in June. Even though we had a smaller guest count than anticipated, we wanted to make sure that we could capture the memories from our event for posterity. She went above and beyond to deliver amazing photographs and was super respectful of the different aspects of our wedding that differed from a traditional American wedding. For example, the bride and groom wanted to mix & match parts from their different Asian heritages that they loved, including outfit changes for the bride and for the groom's mother, traditional food, and a tea ceremony for the bride and groom's parents. Karli was able to get candid shots of everything. For those couples who are going for a rustic and down to Earth Southern barn wedding, look no further! This is your photographer. She will take the time to get to know you as a couple (which makes for the most authentic photographs).
Jennifer, a year ago
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Jasmine Jorges Photo

5.0

Somerville, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Hi, I'm Jasmine! I'm your all-in, candid obsessed photographer based in New England but really anywhere. (I love to travel!) After four years and dozens of weddings, I can safely say photography is my passion. From the planning and envisioning ideas to the day of capturing all your special moments and the in-between shots, I'll be there to support you through it all.

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Wedding DJ - I worked with Jasmine and her assistant and she was a kind, professional vendor to work with. Was patient with couple and big wedding party, and seemed to work well during reception and in the crowed taking fun photos during dancing.
Veronica Robinson, a year ago
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Stephanie Pardo Photography

5.0

Walnut Creek, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Originally from Colombia, I now call California home! At an early I began to take an interest in capturing the world as I saw it, as I followed my passion in photography it has taken me all around the world. I knew this passion was more than a hobby, so I pursued a degree in production photography and after graduating I decided that it was time for me to start fresh here in the United States. Upon moving here I immediately became captivated by helping others capture their most wonderful memories, especially during what might be one of the most important moments in their lives- their wedding!

Stephanie is a great professional. My husband and I hired her for our wedding book pictures couple in Chicago city; we wanted a casual style and pictures representing our personality and love. Stephanie has a great sense of people, which makes it easy for us to pose and enjoy our time during the shooting. She was on time and took extra time since, during the session, we came up with more ideas. We got the pictures shortly, and she kept us in the loop for changes or editing. I have another session booked with her for our first baby.
Laura & J., 4 months ago
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Sunbeam Studio Photography

5.0

Denver, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Hi there! My name is Kelsey and I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a Colorado-based wedding and elopement photographer, and I shoot everywhere from Europe to locally in Denver! My favorite thing about photography is capturing the candid “in-between” moments, real emotions, and when people bring their dogs to their shoots. I work with my clients to create memories that last beyond their wedding day, and deliver photos that capture the fun, romantic and timeless moments so you can re-live them for years to come.

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Kelsey gifted us a truly wonderful wedding day experience the moment she arrived at the venue. She was kind, professional, lively, and made us forget that a 'stranger' was creating some of our most treasured memories. Kelsey was so easy to connect with and made the entire experience a fun and beautiful part of our special day that as a result produced our incredible, moment capturing photos. We are forever grateful for having Kelsey be our photographer, and would highly, highly recommend to any friend or family member.
Nicole W., 9 months ago
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The Shalom Imaginative

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

We are The Shalom Imaginative, a Los Angeles based team of artists offering wedding photography on a mix of analog film & digital. We have over ten years of experience capturing weddings with a photojournalistic approach. Our style is candid, relaxed, and real. We love to collaborate with our couples to capture what is the most meaningful to them. All of our packages are customizable and adding some rolls of 35mm film onto digital coverage is our most popular package. We also offer video add-ons to all of our packages.

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We hired Nate, Vanessa & Keren to shoot our welcome party and wedding and HOLY COW they blew us away! From our first meetings over Zoom, we knew we'd made the right choice. Aside from their obviously gorgeous work, we chose them because their vibe is so down to earth, comforting, and fun. During the two parties, they were efficient and blended right in with our guests so all of our pictures felt organic, which was important to us. We opted to do half on film, half on digital and were completely speechless at how it all turned out. The cherry on top was how quickly we got our pictures back: we got the email one month after our wedding while we were on our honeymoon! So special to relive that day in that setting, and we were so impressed with that turnaround. We already know we'll be hiring this team down the road once we start a family. Their work is so, so special. We truly can't recommend them strongly enough! We wish we could give 10 stars!!
Isabel & J., a year ago
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Black Hat Studio

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Goleta, CA

We started off as a duo of quirky plastic artists who wanted to try something new - capturing weddings in a unique way that combined truthfulness and creativity. Fast forward 15 years and many, many amazing weddings later, and we're still just as nervous and excited before each event as we were on day one. I guess it means we still care! We believe your wedding photos should be a true reflection of your special day - capturing all the laughter, tears, love and joy in a way that takes you back to that exact moment. Making you relive the excitement, nervousness, happiness and warm fuzzy feelings of your wedding day.

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Black Hat Studio captured the emotions at our wedding phenomenally! We had a simple wedding in Riviera Maya with a last minute venue change because of a storm and the team calmly rolled with the punches and made the most of the changes. We were worried all the changes would reflect poorly in our photos and videos, but they turned out wonderfully and we've not tire of flipping through them! A wonderful group that we would book again in a heartbeat!
Christina T., 3 months ago
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MCP - (Mariela Campbell Photography)

5.0

Riverside, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I'm Mariela, a traveling Wedding and Elopement Photographer. I live in Riverside, California, and have traveled and explored since pursuing my photographic journey for over fifteen years. I am intentional and detail-oriented with my work, as much as I am carefree, easygoing, and fun with my couples. I balance my organic approach to photos journalistically and capture the details editorially. Your imagery will be filled with emotions and captured moments to last your lifetime. "I am a MISSION INN Preferred Vendor." LGBTQ Friendly

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I love working with Mariela, she is the sweetest most creative photographer I know. Her style and eye for detail is wonderful. Her passion shows in her final cuts.! Her unedited work is even great itself, if you haven’t seen any BTS (behind the scenes) shots of her, it’s incredible the lengths she goes for that perfect shot.! I’d highly recommend her to any client asking for photography.
Jonathon, 3 years ago
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Eyeblink Photo

5.0

Irvine, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Goleta, CA

For us, it is all about documenting your day as it unfolds. We are believers that the best photographs come from letting everything flow. We don't believe in interrupting special moments to get a safe (posed) photo. On the contrary, we capture all moments: the fun, the crazy, the unexpected. We will get your dad in tears when he sees you in your wedding gown, and will also take your nephew in the middle of a tantrum. All that is part of your story. When you see your photos in 5 years, you will remember how your special day FELT and not only how it looked. You don't have to worry about photos, you just have to enjoy your day at the fullest.

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Eyeblink photographer is great to work with! She captured some amazing shots without being noticeable, which is exactly what we wanted. She has great packages and everything available for you in one place. I highly recommend her.
Marjan Beauty RTZ, a year ago
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Visuals by J. McKenzie

5.0

Upper Marlboro, MD
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Jamaal (J. McKenzie) has been described as an ever-evolving romantic, a perfectionist and a serial creative. With a perspective deeply rooted in expressive art-forms such as musicianship & spoken word, Jamaal approaches every story with an unwavering respect and veneration for each moment. Bred in Brooklyn, New York and tempered in a variety of cities across the vast United States and South America, Jamaal brings a familiar, yet fine-tuned touch, lodging echoes of that vastness in every image. Jamaal produces timeless visuals and agencies across the conduits of creative genres, exploring the roots of the emotions at the core of us all.

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That is how we would describe Jamaal's work! From the first consultation, he was very flexible and responsive to putting together a package that fit our needs. His sense of professionalism, yet amicable personality made it very comfortable to work with Jamaal. While taking the pics, he allowed us to just be ourselves, catching many candid shots so the photoshoot felt natural. He made us feel very comfortable throughout all the shoots we did. His finished products are stunning, not to mention he turns it around super fast!! From the 1st consultation all the way to the wedding day, he was always quick to respond and punctual to everything (true story: he showed up like 3hrs before so he could scope spots for our engagement shoot). We will surely use Visuals by J. McKenzie for any other future photography needs!! Thanks Jamaal!!!
Damany & R., 2 years ago
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The Honeymooners Productions

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,300
  • Serves Goleta, CA

The Honeymooners Productions are a husband and wife duo who are determined to live life like they are on their honeymoon! They specialize in both PHOTO AND VIDEO which simplifies you’re planning process and budget. Their energy for life and love makes them PASSIONATE about your wedding experience! Let's get this party started! Email us about your wedding! We would LOVE to hear alllllllll about your day and your love!

Forever thankful for the Honeymooners Productions Maddie and Luke did an amazing job at capturing all the moments that took place at our wedding. Their intentionality and creativity allowed them to capture everything and more than what we asked for.
Grace, 3 years ago
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Ally & Andre Photo + Film LLC

5.0

Ontario, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,300
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Welcome! We are Ally & Andre, a Photo and Film team based out of Southern California and (basically anywhere fun, cool or adventurous you want to get married!) We have the best job in the world, a job that lets us travel, take photos, meet awesome couples, and make new friends everyday. We have been doing photography and videography professionally for 7 years and have been a part of close to 100 weddings.

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Since the minute I found Ally & Andre's website, I knew I wanted them to capture our wedding day. I was instantly drawn to the beautiful contrast in their photos... so of course I had to look up their IG for more info lol that's when I learned a bit about their personalities and it solidified my choice to book them! Heck, we literally changed our wedding date to ensure we could have these two as our photographers! That said... Ally & Andre were absolutely professional, timely, receptive to my requests & photo ideas (we were able to incorporate my husband's harley into our couple's photos!) and they were kind & understanding with any questions we had. Their delivery of our photos was absolutely beautiful... and they have this wonderful touch of capturing special moments w/ their polaroid throughout the day. I could not say enough good things about this couple.. I am SO SO SO happy that we went with Ally & Andre to capture our special day. I highly recommend them to everyone!!
Cristina + H., 2 years ago
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Oxford St. Photography

5.0

Arlington, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Goleta, CA

We are Juniett and Julian, a husband-and-wife professional wedding photography team, dedicated to serving our couples with thoughtful service and authentic photography. Our commitment goes beyond capturing images to providing support, recommendations, and guidance throughout the wedding journey. Our complementary styles—Juniett's editorial intimacy and Julian's journalistic approach—ensure no moment is missed. Our roots and passion for storytelling drive us to value human connection and community, making us not just photographers but a trusted team dedicated to capturing and celebrating love.

It was such a pleasure working with Juniett and Julian! They sincerely care about their craft and producing the highest quality product with the subjects in mind! I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a photographer!
Anisha Zaman, a month ago
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Yosemite's Golden Photography

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I'm known for creating experiences that are fun, laid back, and authentic. I have an immense love for adventure and an eye for capturing raw, organic, in-the-moment feelings for families, small weddings, elopements, boudoir, and adventurous couples. I know I am not for everyone but if you find that I don't meet who you are seeking, I don't take offense. It's completely understandable. I wouldn't mind pointing you in the right direction either 😊 .

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YG is a super dope photographer who will make you comfortable in your own skin during any session!
Susan G., 2 years ago
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Danielle Bennink Photography

5.0

Glendora, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

A true artist at heart, Danielle has spent over twenty-five years behind a camera. For over a decade she has specialized in recording couples and families in some of their most joyous moments. Utilizing both digital and film, she documents not only the major moments, but the minor moments, too, that sometimes go amiss: the grandmother gazing fondly at the new generation. The proud tearful eyes of a parent watching as their child embarks on an exciting new chapter. Big or small, with her trained eye Danielle captures every brushstroke to fully realize the memory of your special day.

You will not regret having Danielle capture your special day. She has photographed at least 2 weddings in my family - and we always trust Danielle and her photographic genius capture our most important moments.
Bayan, 2 months ago
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Moments by Frank

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Moments by Frank is a wedding photography experience based in Chicago, IL. Frank believes in capturing the essence of your joyous occasion in a relaxed and authentic setting. He focuses on guiding the happy couple through a mindfulness approach – soaking up every second of the memorable day. His gentle and professional tone allows the couple to feel comfortable, so even the most camera-shy will be able to embrace a day of flawless moments. Schedule a quick video call to find out how Frank can capture a day full of intimacy, authenticity, and love.

I do not have enough kind words for Frank! He is amazing! We had our engagement and wedding pictures taken by Frank they came out stunning! He is very responsive and kind. He really cares about his clients and the quality of the experience. You wont go wrong if you choose Frank!
A&V, 6 months ago
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AJ Photography-NV

5.0

Gardnerville, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I'm AJ, a wedding photographer based in South Lake Tahoe, CA Your wedding will be beautiful, unique, and full of joy, I believe your pictures should be too. Your day, and everything that made it so special, deserves to be remembered! But that's not my only goal - I want you to feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to be able to enjoy your entire wedding experience. Live in the moment, I'll be there to capture it.

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One of the best decisions I made was booking Armando. He was professional, calm, so easy and fun to work with, and made both our engagement shoot and wedding day 100 times less stressful. Not to mention the photos were amazing. Highly recommend!
Ilana S., 2 years ago
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Natural Images Photo Video

5.0

Foley, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

In business since 1992, Natural Images Photo Video provides a very unique photography and videography package specifically tailored to wedding couples. Our most popular package is our 'combo' All-Inclusive Photography and Videography Package.

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I highly recommend Natural Images. They did amazing work, extremely professional and high quality photos. We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer and videographer!
Bryce and T., a year ago
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As the Crow Flies

5.0

Lincoln, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

*cue movie announcer voice* In a world.... where there are billions of people. You are unique. You have a story and it's like no one else's. Enter character number 2: us We are your professional third wheels and we are here to tell your story. But not just the happy go lucky, awkward " cheese smile" kind... the true raw unfiltered emotion that is part of your life. This life is crazy, and we only have one. Live life to the fullest.

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My husband and I received the most genuine and passionate experience from As The Crow Flies for our intimate, beach wedding. Lexi made us feel so comfortable and confident in front of the camera. We enjoyed their passion and upbeat attitudes, despite a few snafus on our day. I would recommend them over and over again.
Madison & R., 2 years ago
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Halley Vernon Photography

5.0

El Cajon, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Hi I'm Halley I’m a couples, wedding, and elopement photographer based in San Diego, Big Sur, and Seattle, but I’m ready to follow you anywhere! I was born and raised in the PNW, I’m 28 years old, I have a husband and 2 puppies who I love with my whole heart. I’m an extroverted introvert who loves all-night brewery hangs just as much as home game nights, and my love languages are words of affirmation and sushi.

Halley knows big sur like the back of her hand, if you are unsure of specific areas to shoot at, but have an idea of what you are imagining, she’s your gal! Our elopement took place on a very cold and windy day, but somehow our pictures turned out looking like we were having the time of our lives in the most comfortable of settings. She also works with you on any specific requests you may have, she doesn’t stick to just one style. I wanted lots of movement and filmy type of pictures and she did an amazing job:) Seriously couldn’t be happier with the results
Taylor and C., 2 years ago
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Manuel Espino Photography

5.0

Downey, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Finding an insanely talented wedding photographer that you can trust & afford...impossible? Nope! Contact Manuel Espino Photography who can soothe your fears, and your budget. I am Manuel Espino a Los Angeles and Orange County storyteller wedding photographer who serves clients that value art and service. My style is a blend of artistic, documentary and portrait wedding photography.

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Plans changed because of covid, and Manny and his wife were extremely flexible with everything, even when dates were changing. They were warm, friendly and listened to what we wanted, and as a result we have some amazing photos. I 100% recommend Manny & Patty Espino. They certainly go the extra mile for you. Brilliant!
Ruby S., 2 years ago
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Wild Honey Photo

5.0

Irvine, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I’m Jackie- Your guide to planning a unique, customized elopement day experience anywhere in the world. While I am based in Southern California, I help couples all over the world plan and execute their dream elopements. I help you through the process step-by-step with location recommendations, local vendor recommendations, excursion and activity ideas, timeline planning, and more. You can find more about adventure elopements and myself + get in touch with me about your elopement vision through my website!

Jackie is truly like a bff that happens to be a professional vendor. Choosing her to be our wedding photographer was the easiest decision ever. Her photos give a genuine, laid back feel, and the whole time she’s working her magic, you barely notice she’s there. She makes you and your partner feel like you’re the only two people in the world, and she captures your most beautiful moments in a set of timeless photos. I could not recommend her more. She is even the reason I felt motivated enough to begin my own photography journey, simply because she makes it look so effortless and is so gracious with her advice. If you need a helpful, resourceful, and adventurous photographer for your special day, you 1000% need Jackie.
Lindsay V., 3 years ago
Jesscaste Photography

5.0

Tustin, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

"Who's that girl, it's Jess!" Hey guys, I'm Jess! I love all things New Girl, The Legend of Zelda, and Broadway Musicals! I like to describe myself as Jessica Day, minus the really talented singing voice, but just overall kind of quirky and nerdy. I love capturing love stories, and fan girling hard core over all things wedding! If you need someone who is going to help you walk through your planning process, I'm your girl! You can also catch me binge eating tacos and ice cream while editing until 3am!

No matter where you get married Jess makes your photos look like a DREAM. Jess made us feel so comfortable and felt like she was part of the wedding party. We had the MOST fun with her as the photographer for our wedding, I made sure she was free before picking the date of our wedding because having her as our photographer was one of our main priorities! Honestly if I could give her more stars I would.
Gomez C., 4 years ago
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Jos & Tree

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

We are a husband and wife team based in Portland, Or and travel worldwide (we love travel) to capture our couples stories, and capturing the best imagery we can!. We specialize in creative moment driven wedding & lifestyle photography. We are committed to telling our couples stories and supporting them in ways that allow them to be free of stress and to be in the moment.

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Hiring Jos & Tree was the best decision we made for our wedding! Being a wedding photographer myself, this was at the top of my list to document all of those special memories from the day. Not only were they the photographers, they also became friends and were so easy to have with us the entire weekend. The photographs are beyond beautiful and we will treasure them forever!
Laura & G., 3 years ago
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Next Exit Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Adi and Cat Benner aka Next Exit Photography specialize in authentic, creative, natural, classic, photojournalistic Weddings Photography. Named BEST Wedding Photographer in Los Angeles by California Wedding Day Magazine and published globally in over 100 publications, Next Exit captures the unique personalities of each of their clients. They are celebrated for their joyful, emotional, and bright natural images. Please feel free to reach out for a chat!!

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We loved our experience with Cat and Adi at Next Exit Photography. From day one they were kind, reassuring, and knowledgeable about so many parts of the wedding experience and they really felt like we were in great hands with them throughout the planning and execution of our day. Day of, photography is such a huge part of the experience, and Cat and Adi both really made us feel comfortable and filled the day with laughter, creativity, and fun! And, of course, they take amazing pictures and made us look like the best version of ourselves and our families in every photo. We have over 600 favorited photos right now, and reducing that number is proving to be quite a task because they're all so amazing. Can't thank them enough- you won't regret having them as a part of your day!
Shannon M., a month ago
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Onyx and Arrow Collective

5.0

Henderson, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I'm April, and I'm here to be your coffee-fueled hype woman on your wedding day! Onyx and Arrow Collective is a wedding photography and videography brand designed to service couples from coast to coast. After 6 years in business, my team and I have been honored enough to capture nearly 900 love stories. We're here to ensure a fun, seamless day while capturing amazing pictures for you and your partner.

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I cannot recommend April enough! Leading up to the wedding, we had to make some last minute changes due to covid restrictions. April was so easy to work with throughout the whole process and helped me find an option that fit well within my budget but still perfectly captured my big day. During the actual wedding, I still cannot believe how easily she kept things flowing. I was nervous about looking awkward or uncomfortable in the pictures, but April helped us both feel comfortable and we spent the entire session laughing. The pictures came out so beautiful too!! Looking through them, I really feel like a princess. I really cannot recommend April enough. You won’t be disappointed!
Liza, 4 years ago
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Tida Svy Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Ayyy it’s ya girl Tida (like pita)! I’m not just another photographer – I’m your hype girl, your ally, your eyes and your ears on your wedding day. I’ll be there freaking out shouting “YASSS OMG HOT FIRE ALERT” hyping you up during portraits because holy-shit you look amazing AF! I’ll be dancing circles around your guests while I shove my camera in their faces, fixing your hair when the wind gets too cray, and confidently (and loudly) directing your family portrait time. I’m a tiny ball of giant energy and gurl, it shows on your wedding day – TRUST.

I've been a wedding planner for over 10 years and let me just tell you- coming across someone as genuine, kind and talented as Tida doesn't come around everyday. She is a pure joy to work with. She is organized and on top of everything before the wedding and on the day of. And her work! Pure magic. I always look forward to getting galleries back from Tida. You will not regret hiring her!
Emilee Sutherland, 4 years ago
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Jonathan Moore Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

My name is Jonathan Moore. I am a Los Angeles based wedding photographer and available worldwide. I'll get right to it: The very last thing I want is for you to think of your experience with me as a "photoshoot." I think that posed "prom" photos are totally lame and reflect absolutely nothing unique about you or your partner. After all, you are not actors pretending to be "in love," so why should your images reflect that? At the core, your images should ultimately remind you of why you fell in love in the first place. This is what we're celebrating!

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Working with Jonathan was awesome! Communication was easy and we met with him and did a tour of the venue to align on exactly what we wanted. He was super helpful on the day but didn’t get in the way at all! The photos were absolutely amazing, we seriously couldn’t be happier with the output. He really captured who we are and how we feel About each other without any awkward posing which I personally hate lol. Thanks so much!!!
Sarah & M., 2 years ago
Becky G Studios

5.0

Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

California native, PNW resident, coffee drinker, dog scritcher, friend, forward-thinker, designer. I hate having my photo taken (go figure), my dog Boone makes me laugh every day, and I thrive off of honest, intentional conversations. I’ve worked as a photographer for over 8 years and I know that half the job is connecting with people and offering them an experience, not just a gallery. I believe you have to feel comfortable with the person behind the camera before you can let go and fully be yourself in front of it.

My husband and I found Becky G on yelp and after reviewing her website and photographs, we reached out to her and we are so happy we did! Becky is not only an incredible photographer but also very professional and communicates well with her clients. She had us fill out a questionnaire to ensure she captured all of the moments we were most excited about. On the day of the wedding, her and her assistant took photos of the wedding parties, the families, guest, dancing and of course myself and my husband. After the wedding, she sent us sneak peaks and we received all the photos in a timely manner. We were so happy with how they turned out. We will definitely be using Becky’s services again in the future!
Alexa & J., 3 years ago
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Kenzie Kate Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I'm admittedly wary when it comes to the Wedding Industry and all of it's bells/whistles/expectations, and at the same time, I believe wholeheartedly in the power of community, love, commitment, and collective joy. I think that weddings-- in all of their forms and reclamations-- ultimately serve a great purpose in reminding us of these gifts. I come from a long line of meticulous documenters and hold a degree in Sociology, all of which informs the way I approach photography. I am curious about people, am in awe of the display of emotion, and am passionate about the ways in which we construct family and community.

My wife and I are so unbelievably grateful we found Kenzie to shoot our wedding. From the first moment we saw her photos, to the first moment we met her, we knew she was perfect for us. And we were correct. Wedding photography can be a very tired, overdone, overwrought and overcopied experience and Kenzie is none of those things. Kenzie sees people and human interaction and the overall human experience for what it is. She knows how to catch real moments. Nothing was forced, nothing was fake. She is a true artist. She was so wonderful to work with and talk to about what we were looking for and she gave us photos we will cherish forever. I'm getting teary-eyed thinking about how great our photos came out and how the overall process was with her, at a time when making decisions and picking the right vendors is a full-job, stressful job. She is a total pro and does not get in the way and isn't aggressive - in fact, she's one of the nicest people you could ask to work with. I think if it's not already obvious, we couldn't recommend her enough. She's a true true artist and I am, and will continue to be, a huge fan of her work, and find it so exciting to see what she does next. My wife and I will be forever grateful to her.
Shane L., 16 days ago
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Jodee Debes Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Capturing vibrant, authentic, and effortless images for my couples makes me giddy!! My approach is all about reading the room and playing off your vibe. If you’re up, I’m bringing the energy. If you’re having a sweet tender moment, I’m calm and patient. I’ll keep you on time while also allowing space for you to live in the moment. I love making real connections with my couples and letting your personalities shine through the images. I’m super conscious of the fact that this is YOUR wedding day! So I love a good candid and aim to make y'all feel comfortable in front of the camera so you can enjoy the day knowing the moments are being saved.

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Jodee Debes is one of my go-to photographers. She is always punctual, organized, and just a joy to work with. She truly connects with her clients, and that resonates through to her product. She goes above and beyond for her clients and always delivers. Her photographs are truly works of art. I highly recommend Jodee Debes!
Tessa, 4 years ago
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Mycah Bain Photography

5.0

Minneapolis, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,450
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Capturing your beautiful & intimate moments is why I do what I do. Whether it's the brush of a hand, a first look, or an inside joke whispered at just the right time... I am constantly seeking to capture those beautiful moments. Those real, stunning and timeless moments that make up YOUR relationship. However, I pride myself on being more than a wedding photographer – As someone who has been an intimate part of over 200 weddings, I vow to be your number one hype woman, your timeline planner, your moment of zen, your personal cleavage taper, your family wrangler, your time pauser, and your memory keeper.

We’ve had the pleasure of working with Mycah many times! She is so responsive, easy to work with and FUN. The quality and creativity of the photos are always amazing and we love how she captures personality so well! She really knows how to bring out the confidence in each client. I recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer!
Lady Vamp Artistry, 3 years ago
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Studio Vieren

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Studio Vieren is a photography studio based in Southern California providing our services to those celebrating life's big and small moments. Studio Vieren is built on celebrating who YOU are, what’s important to YOU, what YOU love, where you’ve been and where you’re going.

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Hiring Tara to photograph our wedding was the best decision I made. She is professional, so kind, incredibly organized, and an amazing photographer. She was so communicative every step of the way and was always checking in. She was so flexible if we wanted to pivot from our schedule and ensured everything went smoothly. The photographs I’ve seen so far leave me in awe! I would give her 1000 stars if I could!!
Emily B., a year ago
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Jessica Marie Photography LLC

5.0

Greensboro, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I am a North Carolina photographer... & yes I am willing to travel for your next session! I am a wife, mother of 2, and a proud Pitbull Mom. I have been passionate about photography since my children were young. I am finally at a place in my life where I can share my passion with others and hopefully capture their most treasured moments in time.

So thrilled to have Jessica as our photographer for our wedding day. She and her daughter did an amazing job capturing the moments of our special day!
Leonard + E., 2 months ago
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Hannah Madison Photography

5.0

Monrovia, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Hi! I'm Hannah, your So Cal (but traveling) elopement and intimate wedding photographer! I'm so glad you're here. My photography style is a documentary/natural photographer. This means I'm more about documenting your moments and helping you create genuine smiles/moments in photos, opposed to just posing you, i want you to dance and have fun, snuggle into your partner and get those intimate moments. (I'll of course help you figure out what to do with your hands, because lets me honest, even I don't know what to do with my hands in photos. Haha) I love traveling, I love adventure, and I love making friends out of my clients.

Having Hannah as our wedding photographer was easily the greatest decision we made! Hannah was incredibly professional, kind, informative, easy to work with, easy to talk to, great communicator, and listened to all our needs. My husband and I are very awkward and uncomfortable when it comes to taking photos (taking professional photos was a new thing for us) and Hannah made sure we were comfortable from start to finish. By the time the wedding came around we knew exactly what to do thanks to her easy to follow tips, tricks, advice and guidance. Hannah captured our wedding beautifully, and we are forever grateful for her. We will be going to her for our future events and highly recommend her to everyone.
Jessica S., a month ago
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Drew Zavala Photography

5.0

Salinas, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Goleta, CA

It's your friendly neighborhood photographers, Drew & Jackie, here. Celebrating 7 years married this year, we have had the pleasure of capturing weddings in and around the Monterey Bay and all sorts of events together for the same amount of time. We are excited to meet you and your better half, your family, and all of those that you care about the most! Send us a message!

We've worked with Drew many times and always enjoyed his bright personality and organizational and professional skills. His work speaks for itself. Some of our favorite photos to use in our social media and menus come from his portfolio. We highly recommend Drew for your next event.
Coyote Creek Golf Club, a month ago
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Fitz Carlile Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

The kind of work I do within the wedding photography genre is very distinct - every image stands on its own as a thoughtful composition as if from a cinematic art house film or high-end commercial/editorial shoot. My color grading is immediately identifiable and unique - developed through years of studying color theory - uncommon today in a sea of 'presets' that other photographers purchase on the internet for they have no knowledge of how to build their own. My compositions are often quirky, surprising, different. I always attempt to show a point of view that's uncommon and fascinating to the viewer.

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Fitz Carlile is a master of light, and can make virtually any setting look like the most romantic place in the world. He immediately puts you at ease. We had to scrap our original wedding plans due to COVID-19, but Fitz remained a willing and enthusiastic participant through it all. Our recommendation to couples trying to plan weddings in this crazy time we've all found ourselves in? Go small. Don't cancel. And your photographer should be your number 1 priority. Photographs are the only concrete thing you'll own to remember your special day, and you will not be disappointed with Fitz. He's a true storyteller and his photos are magic.
Alana & S., 4 years ago
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Valley Images Photography

5.0

Acampo, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I have been photographing couples for nearly 10 years and have loved every minute of it. I have enjoyed following them through engagement, wedding, maternity and now family sessions. I have even become life long friends with some of them. I am a mother of 3 and have always loved art, and once I picked up my camera and found a way to tell others love stories, I knew I found what I was supposed to do.

Michelle is always my go to when my clients need a photographer! She is great to work with, easy going and produces amazing photos! She is also my number 1 pick for my family photos!! You will not regret choosing Michelle at Valley Images Photography!!
Shari Wise, 4 years ago
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Rock&Love Weddings

5.0

Brooklyn, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

WE'RE MARIA AND RICARDO, WE ARE HUSBAND AND WIFE AND THE HEART BEHIND THE PICTURES. WE ARE BASED IN NYC AND TAKE WEDDING COMISSIONS ALL AROUND THE US AND ABROAD BUT WE ARE ORIGINALLY FROM SPAIN AND PUERTO RICO MARIA IS YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER, ALL THE IMAGES ARE TAKEN AND EDITED BY HER. RICARDO IS YOUR VIDEOGRAPHER AND RUNS THE BUSINESS AND MAKES SURE EVERYTHING GOES AS IT SHOULD. THERE IS A LOT GOING ON BEHIND THE SCENES.OUR PHOTOGRAPHY IS BOLD & CREATIVE, AIMING TO TELL STORIES AND DOCUMENT THE REAL MOMENTS. WE ARE MORE THAN HAPPY TO SHOOT A FEW FORMALS AND WE ALWAYS LOOK FORWARD TO THE BRIDE AND GROOM SESSIONS.

Our experience with the lovely couple at Captured Group was nothing less than spectacular. They make the shoots effortless and seamless. Their overall aura and vibe is one of respect, professionalism, great communication and amazing skills. We could not have chosen someone better to take over our wedding picture. Can’t thank them enough and can’t recommend them enough either! We have beautiful memories to look back at thanks to Captured Group. Thank you thank you!!
Amanda, 3 years ago
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Michelle Lanning Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

An expert on wild and beautiful locations on the West Coast (California, Oregon, Washington, Hawaii) I am a full time photographer with a passion for creating timeless and candid art about your life. I service all of Southern California, Northern California, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii regularly, and will travel anywhere you want me to go to document your love!

September '23 couple here - while searching for photographers back in December '22, we really didn't know what we were looking for, that is, until we found Michelle. Her photos were the perfect marriage of whimsical, light, airy but poetic & deeply romantic at the same time. The vibe I could see on the walls of my home for years to come. She did our engagement photos in Joshua Tree, after scouting the park on her own all day one day, to make sure the location was exactly what we wanted. We trusted her vision immensely! Not only was that day a blast, the end results were seriously everything we wanted & more. Fast forward to our Wedding, September 30th, 2023. An absolute dream of a day. Michelle completely conquered that day. She was so great at directing every situation to get the perfect shots. I come from an event background, so her organizational management and eye for perfection did not go unnoticed. We are so glad we found her, & now when our family grows, I know exactly who I'm calling for family photos 3
Kelley F., 6 months ago
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Jazmín Solano Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Artistic storytelling for the fun, kind and adventurous. Hi friend! :) I'm your neighborhood artist, goofy empath, & lover of dogs and human beans. (Name is pronounced Hasmeen, kinda like jalapeño) My goal is to be a source of joy and vulnerability in your life while helping you feel grounded on your big day and ~even more~ grateful for the life you live and the love you choose. 

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I booked Jazmin for our fall wedding in the panhandle of Texas. Right from the start, she was such a joy to work with! Between our first video call to make sure we were a good fit, doing her online questionnaire (which was a lot of fun), and the call closer to the big day where Jazmin helped my coordinator and I with the photography timeline, Jazmin was helpful, cheerful, and made me feel so at ease. Booking her for our wedding was the easiest choice I’d made all year! This was our first time having professional pictures taken and we are both a bit awkward in front of the camera but we did not feel awkward with Jazmin. On our wedding day, Jazmin and her partner/second shooter were punctual, organized, and just plain fun to have around! To quote my husband; “anytime we need a photographer for anything, you know we can only work with them.” Importing Jazmin from San Francisco for our DIY Texas vineyard wedding was a no brainer for us, and we’d book her again in a heart beat!
Sawyer & J., 6 months ago
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The Bomani's

5.0

Ventura, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

A husband and wife photography team. We love going on adventures, whether it's a rock-climbing trip, surfing, or just trying a new take out place. We also love cute puppies and, of course, photography. We started our wedding photography business in 2019 when moving back to California after several years living in Sweden. Since then we have photographed many amazing couples! We can't wait to meet you and hear about your story!

Quanti- Thank you from the bottom of my heart for capturing our beautiful day. As a bride you think you know what pictures you want to see but boy was I wrong. You captured some of my favorite moments from our day and some I didn’t realize I would cherish. Thank you for loving what you do and for helping others see their day through your eyes.
Stephanie & N., 2 years ago
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Ovation(Lite) Photography & Design

5.0

Orange, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Elise is a wedding photographer based in Southern California whose style is candid and inspiring, with heeps of romantic photojournalism. Experienced in intimate weddings, destination weddings and elopements, she is available for world travel wherever love may take her.

It’s was clear to me from the time Elise arrived that she understood our vision and was the consummate professional as she helped usher us thru our wedding day. Of course there were “hiccups” in or schedule… pre-wedding prep took much longer than we anticipated but Elise helped get us back on track and postponed photos that she could shoot after our wedding. Our first look was most important to us. All our photos were delivered on time and told our wedding story like fine art. Book Elise and know you’re getting a professional photographer who has mastered her craft, enjoys her work and knows how to make you feel at ease on your big day!
Melissa &., 5 months ago
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C Wagner Photography & Design LLC

5.0

Oakland, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

I’m Cherlyn (rhymes with Berlin). So nice to e-meet you! If we met in person and it wasn’t during a pandemic- I would probably hug you! I’m an introvert-extrovert and tend to ramble too much when I get nervous. In emails - I tend to use exclamation points a lot!! (and will agonize over my drafts of emails before sending them because they probably have one too many!!) My aim as your photographer is to provide a memorable experience where you two feel comfortable, taken care of, and get to fully enjoy your wedding day as much as possible with all your guests & loved ones - whether they be in real life or via livestream!

Working with Cherlyn has been an absolute pleasure! She has taken our engagement, wedding, and family photos, which have all turned out beautifully. She communicates clearly, has incredible attention to detail, completed absolutely everything on time, and takes the most perfect photos. I continue to return to Cherlyn for any photography needs - she’s the best!
Jordan & K., 5 months ago
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Veronica Padron Photography

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Hi, I'm Veronica, a wedding and adventure elopement photographer who's lucky enough to have documented important moments like your wedding day for the past three years. Before going full-time into this business last year, I was in a totally different field for my day job! I have a BS in Aerospace Engineering from MIT and worked as a systems engineer at Boeing until I quit to put all my time and energy into my true passion - this biz! I love using my creative and technical skills to pause the perfect moments to capture all the emotions, warmth, color, and movement that will bring back that memory in the years to come!

Veronica was fantastic to work with. She was highly communicative throughout the process and on the day of was SO much fun!
Donna H., 7 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Goleta, CA

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

A Goleta, 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 Goleta, 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 Goleta, 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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