Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Solvang, CA

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Photographers in Solvang, CA

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Dominic Trujillo Photography & Videography

5.0

Redlands, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Solvang, 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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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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Looking for beautiful, timeless images? Look no further! Brittany is a joy to work with from beginning to end. The entire experience is enjoyable and FUN!
Cynthia Signorelli, 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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I recommend ByCherryPhotography for the ease of stress when it comes to planning a wedding. I knew I didn’t have to worry about my photographer having to capture the “right” moments or intruding on special experiences. Just looking at her her photo gallery and reading other reviews, it told me she was THE one! I love my wedding photos! If I could get married again I would! Just to have more beautiful and amazing memories!
Mary Ann a., 4 years 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., 3 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.

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.

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.

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 Solvang, 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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They did amazing work! Our photographer, Wael, and videographer, Ali, did an awesome job! They directed us on what to do, and got amazing shots. We are obsessed. They were so pleasant as well! Very easy going and friendly!
Cheryl A., 2 years ago
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Drzazga Photo

5.0

Cleveland, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Solvang, 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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From start to finish, Carly and Kasey were absolutely amazing! We first met with Carly back in 2018 and booked her for our 2020 wedding. Because if COVID, we changed our date three times and Carly was incredibly flexible and accommodating during the whole process. Her availability calendar being right on her Instagram made it so easy to choose our new date (keeping Carly and Kasey as our photographers was our #1 priority when rescheduling). She quickly sent updated contracts and was just so kind and understanding. Our engagement photo session was fun and Carly made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Some of the images from that session will forever be my favorites of us. When it came time for the wedding, Carly was critical in helping me come up with a timeline. She knew our vision and offered suggestions and locations for pictures. On the actual wedding day, she and Kasey were amazing. We expected it to rain all day so they were super flexible about making last minute changes to the locations and timeline to accommodate the possible rain. The sneak peeks we’ve gotten so far have been perfection and I cannot wait to see the rest! Carly and Kasey are not just exceptionally talented photographers- they are good, kind people. They make you feel comfortable and like you’ve known them your whole life. I could not have imagined better people to know or to take our wedding photos.
Emma P., 3 years ago
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Justin McCallum Photography

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Simply put, Justin is the BEST of the BEST. While his photos are undeniably beautiful in every way, it is Justin’s personality, humor, flexibility, professionalism, and panache that set him apart from all the rest. He was one of the first vendors we hired and, from day one, we knew were in excellent and expert hands. He took the time to get to know us as individuals and as a couple, which allowed us to have a seamless relationship (and friendship!) by the time we actually stood in front of his camera during our sweetheart session and on our wedding day. This level of comfort was key — neither my husband nor I had ever been professionally photographed, but Justin made us feel completely at ease by cracking jokes, making us whisper funny things in each other’s ears, and giving us gentle guidance about what we could do to make the moment, well, picture perfect! Justin goes above and beyond for his clients. During a pre-wedding chat, I mentioned the possibility of having anxiety about being the center of attention on our wedding day and the pressure of talking to so many family and friends. Justin suggested we have a signal between us so that he could whisk me away if I was stuck talking to someone for too long. I’m lucky that I didn’t need to use the signal, but just knowing Justin had my back was hugely comforting. Additionally, after we hired Justin, we were at a loss for where else to turn for the other million things needed to put this wedding together. In a flash, Justin was there with infinite recommendations based on our taste, our budget, and his own vendor relationships. Hiring Justin was one of the best decisions we made and I would recommend him a thousand times over!!!!!
Jamie W., 3 years ago
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Sophia Osborne Photography

5.0

Ashburn, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Sophia is so talented and we had such an amazing experience taking engagement pictures with her! My draw dropped when I saw the photos! She was very professional, helpful, kind and talented. The final photos were absolutely beautiful and she exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend her services!
Chelsea & J., a year ago
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Hopkins Co

5.0

Nashville, TN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Savannah was an absolute dream when it came to photographing my wedding! She knew everything a bride would want and more in photos. I truly believe she does an amazing job taking photos of what should be captured on your wedding day. She is super flexible and always willing to work with you even if things get changed up. If you’re looking for a photographer that will go the extra mile to make sure you get what you dreamed of for photos for your wedding, shes your girl!
Mackenzie, 3 years ago
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A+M Badillo Images

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Loved all the images! We wanted mainly candid photos and only gave poor AM like 15 minutes of posed photos and they nailed it. We we able to spend the maximum amount of time with our guests, which is exactly what we wanted. We were able to fully be present in the moment and enjoy our wedding and still got stellar shots of the 2 of us! Very grateful.
Casey and B., a year ago
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A Nomadic Love

5.0

Dallas, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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As a videographer a nomadic love is my ideal photographer to work with! They got everything a clients needs! Hands down on of the best in the business.
Peter Ascalon, 3 years ago
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Soda Fountain Photo

4.9

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Solvang, 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. ✨✨✨

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Hiring Mysi was a no brainer for us! Not only does her work speak for itself, she is one of the kindest and most enjoyable people I've had the pleasure of meeting and a true joy to work with. My husband is very camera shy and I'm very camera awkward - but you would never ever know that from our engagement and wedding pictures! Mysi has a rare talent for making you feel incredibly at ease, and she also has an uncanny ability to capture who YOU are and not just what looks "wedding-y" or pretty (although god is her photography just stunning!). Her ability to capture subtle looks and expressions and moments between you and your partner is absolutely priceless, and everyone still raves about our photos years later!
Stephanie and M., a year ago
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Gabbie Burseth Photo

5.0

Santa Monica, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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For our wedding experience, my husband and I were looking for a photographer that specialized in candids— someone who was focused on capturing natural moments versus the formal, posed ones. Gabbie delivered. She photographed our at-home engagement session, our typhoon-ridden wedding day, and threw in a post-wedding session for free due to circumstances out of our control on the wedding day. Our venue was not prepared for the day to be rained out, so there was minor chaos that I learned of after the fact. Gabbie and her second shooter never let on to any mishaps or miscommunications on the venue’s behalf and fought through the absolute freezing rain with us all day. We deeply cherish all of the photos she took… from us dancing together in the kitchen of our first home, to us bundled up under an umbrella, kissing in the rain after the ceremony, to priceless images of our friends and family breaking it down on the dance floor at the reception, and to the bridal portraits she took of us months after the wedding when she wasn’t satisfied with what we were able to get on the actual wedding day. We have nothing but great things to say about Gabbie and would highly recommend!
Kassandra T., 3 years ago
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Holly Castillo Photography

5.0

Malibu, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Solvang, 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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I can’t recommend Holly enough! Not only does she take gorgeous, honest, vibrant pictures that capture all the emotion of the day, she is so supportive, kind and patient and makes you feel beautiful and comfortable in front of the cameras. We took both engagement and wedding photos with Holly and I can honestly say that I love every one! My husband and I both said that our engagement shoot was one of the romantic dates we’d ever been on!
Caitlin and P., 3 years ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $849
  • Serves Solvang, 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 amazing! He captured exactly what we wanted and when we got the photos back we were in love! He was so easy to work with and he was super helpful on a very exciting day! I can’t thank him enough!
Luana, 2 months ago
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Shelby Phillips Photography

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Solvang, 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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I cannot recommend Shelby enough for your photos! She was so flexible with all of our plans changing constantly with COVID, and we ended up having the most perfect session with the most stunning pictures. Shelby is incredibly sweet, funny, and so talented. She makes the whole session easy and fun and you'll be just as in love with your pictures as I am!
Leah, 3 years ago
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Jess Onesto (formerly Cheers Babe Photo)

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Solvang, 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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We love working with Cheers Babe Photo! Communication before the event is always quick and detailed. On the day of the wedding, the team is a pleasure to work with and clients love them! Very easy to work with and does great work! What more can you ask for?
Alex, 4 years ago
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Kathryn Cooper Weddings

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Kathryn not only has a great eye to get your better side, but also captures the most amazing and unbelievable memories that will last a life time. I definitely recommend her 100%
Edith, 3 years ago
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Fatima Elreda Photo

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Solvang, 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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When my wife and I were getting married we knew that one of the main priorities was to have an amazing professional photographer to capture all of the important moments so that we can enjoy the day without worry. The first vendor we hired was our photographer nearly a year before our wedding and felt comfortable that we locked that down. To our dismay, less than a month before our wedding date, our photographer had injured themselves and was no longer able to shoot at our wedding. We contacted our wedding planner, worried and full of anxiety, and she highly recommended a photographer she had worked with in the past and the rest is history. We are so glad that we found Fatima, even if it was due to unfortunate circumstances. She was incredibly communicative, organized, professional, and the pictures she took captured all of our wonderful moments perfectly. She swooped in at the last minute and saved the day. We would highly recommend Fatima and wouldn't hesitate to use her again if we need professional photos taken in the future.
Nick, a year ago
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The Jaramillos

5.0

Bedford, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Solvang, 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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IRJ Media worked with me from my proposal to my wedding day and I was so thankful for them. They were amazing from beginning to the end. They had a fast turn around time and the photos/ videos came out beautifully.
Regina K., 8 months ago
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Emily Morgan Photos, LLC

5.0

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Emily was such a joy to work with! She took photos of my fiance and I, and we had such a fun time hanging out with her. She was so easy to be around and had all sorts of fun ideas from location to posing. Not to mention her help with outfit ideas! If you're looking for someone to take photos of you and your person just because or for your elopement, Emily is definitely your person!
Sara H., 2 years ago
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Tooney White Photography

5.0

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

Awarded Best of Zola
We booked Tooney for our engagement pictures and will be booking her for our wedding as well. We talked on the phone before our session to tell her our vision. The day of the session she made us feel so comfortable. She totally captured the fun and excitement perfectly. All the pictures turned out amazing!
Jessie H., 5 months ago
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MKEshoots Photography

5.0

Porter Ranch, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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We are so lucky to have had MKE Shoots as our wedding photographer! Our Wedding was in April 2024 and we booked Murtaza about 10 months in advanced. We found him through a referral from an old college friend who recently got married, and she had nothing but great things to say about Murtaza. Murtaza photographed our engagement photo session and Anita photographed our wedding. Both of them produced an amazing quality of photos that we will cherish forever. During the Wedding, we had a slideshow during cocktail hour with our engagement photos, and our guests loved it! Anita was so easy to work with. She was very accommodating during the wedding, worked very professionally, and even snapped some memorable moments during reception. We are so excited to see the final photos! We also loved that MKE provides 24 hour sneak peaks. That helps us relive moments right away and also update our socials so our guests, friends, and family can continue feeling the buzz and momentum from our Wedding. 100% recommend!
Manny G., a month ago
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Love & Latitudes

5.0

Huntington Beach, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Diana is not only an incredible photographer, she is also an incredible person. She is super responsive, very flexible, and genuinely cares about the people she's working with! Diana showed up on my wedding day to an absolutely hectic mess and stepped in like we had known her all our lives. She is a wizard. Neither my husband nor myself particularly like getting pictures taken, and Diana was able to direct us while giving us all the room to be ourselves. She accommodated all of the shots we wanted to get with family and friends, and captured the sweetest and silliest moments I never knew i needed to see! Thank you Diana!!!
Rowan S., 10 months ago
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Kristy Tasca Photography

4.9

Charleston, SC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Solvang, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kristy has amazing insight and talent for capturing emotions and moments in her photography! Not only are her photos absolutely jaw dropping and breathtaking, but she herself is genuine, kind, and so fun! We are so so pleased with the engagement shoot that we had with her, which has only made us that much more excited to have her photograph our wedding day. Thank you Kristy!
Shea S., 3 years ago
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Russ Levi Photography

5.0

Petaluma, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Russ is an absolute dream to work with! We discovered Russ by sheer luck and we were immediately blown away by his artistic talent as evidenced by his stunning photos! We as a couple aren't regulars in front of the camera, yet Russ made us feel so relaxed and comfortable throughout our entire engagement shoot. We're pretty silly by nature, and Russ capitalized on our playful personalities which completely shine through in our photos. Russ' ability to set up a shot and provide clear direction made the shoot easy, effortless, and most importantly fun! We still can't thank Russ enough for his flexibility and professionalism in scheduling our shoot. Our initial session was booked during a bout of unhealthy air quality in the Bay Area and Russ granted us the opportunity to make a judgment call on the day of the shoot to determine if we should move forward or postpone. We ultimately postponed and rescheduled for two weeks later, but on a whim we asked Russ if he could accommodate us a week earlier, and he cheerfully squeezed us in! Russ connected with us by phone on a few occasions leading up to our shoot, and he was always very accommodating to adhere to our overall vision. We had two locations that are close in proximity to one another in mind for our shoot, and we're so impressed that Russ managed to capture what appear to be five separate locations that offer such a well-rounded framework. We know we'll cherish these special photographs for a lifetime, and we highly recommend Russ for any and all photography needs!
Elena and B., 4 years ago
Jordan Jankun Photography

5.0

Washingtonville, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Solvang, 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 the first person my husband and I hired for our wedding. In fact it was only a few hours after I got engaged that I ran to email Jordan after finding her exceptional work on Instagram! The only thing I knew is we HAD to have Jordan as our photographer. Since connecting in 2021, my husband and I have changed our wedding plans quite a bit. With each shift, Jordan has been accommodating, flexible, supportive, and most importantly, a friend to us. Every person I’ve seen since our wedding has remarked about the exceptional photos from our day. There’s a level of artistic expertise that Jordan possesses that simply sets her apart from so many in the field. The work is breathtaking and speaks for itself!
Meghan M., 3 months ago
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Sarah Peterson Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,888
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Absolutely loved working with Sarah! She keeps things so fun & pays special attention to the little details of the day. Highly recommend for all weddings, family pictures, etc!
Shannon Newman, 3 years ago
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Ovation Photography & Design

5.0

Orange, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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 a wonderful woman to work with. She was professional from the start, and heard our concerns. We had a few details conversations over the phone and she showed up to our venue with a solid plan and knew exactly what we were looking for. She was fun, made us smile naturally for the camera, and understood our vision. And for a fair price too, we feel. Thank you, Elise!
Eva B., a month ago
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Photos By Victoria Smith

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Victoria is an absolute dream to work with! There is no one else I would have used for my photos. She is extremely organized, communicates clearly, and is up front with every decision. I loved having her give me suggested timelines and ensuring I had those special shots that were on my must haves. She is also a teacher, so was outstanding at organizing the group for pictures and communicating clearly. Her pictures are out of this world! I will cherish them for a lifetime.
Alyssa T., a year ago
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Image In Love Photography

5.0

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

If I could give 1000 starts I would! Image in love was so amazing it captured everything I wanted at my wedding and 30th birthday party. To this day I am still in awe with the beauty of my pictures. Toby did such an amazing job communicating and making sure to get everything I wanted for my special days. Also, his pricing is very reasonable you will not regret it. The quality and beauty of the pictures will make your heart over fill with joy. I would recommend Image in love to everyone!
Melissa P., 2 months ago
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Sarahi Photo

5.0

Long Beach, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Sarahi was so sweet and open in our consultation. We knew from the start that she was the photographer we needed. It was the first consultation with a photographer in which we did not feel pushed to book or left with any questions. She told us what to expect and and gave us advice if we decided not to book her! During the wedding she was so Kind and was able to keep my crazy family on check and participate in photos! We loved her and loved the photos!
Karla, 2 years ago
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Bellocq Weddings

5.0

New Orleans, LA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Quality: Jay was excellent. He captured so many great moments, great candids. Anything he lined up took a beautifully natural, but edgy look. He's great at this and it shows in his work and the way he makes his subjects feel comfortable and confident during the shoot. Responsiveness: he responded to all of our inquiries immediately, the weeks and months leading up to the wedding, until the day of, always communicating. Then kept us posted on the status of the photos after... which, by the way, were done within TWO WEEKS of the wedding. He even sent us some sneak peeks a few days after so we could share on social media. Professionalism: we contacted Jay to do a boudoir shoot prior to the wedding, which is always odd and a bit nerve-wracking bringing a stranger into such a personal setting, but he was professional to the extreme, great coaching, made us laugh and feel comfortable and had us looking our best. Value: he was with us for the entire day of the wedding, trying to catalog every moment as it happened. For the price, for his style and incredible skill, for the speed of return, for HOW MANY photos we got back (over 1,000!), his value can't be beat. Flexibility: he shot our private boudoir (indoors), pre-wedding (outdoors), wedding with friends and family, around-town reception on Halloween night - vast array of settings and styles with seamless transition. The dude is just that good. You're done shopping around.
Brandon M., 5 months ago
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Mindy Webb Photography

5.0

Roseville, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Solvang, 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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My fiancé and I booked Mindy back in January for our wedding in June. Even though our wedding was postponed, she’s been a wonderful help in all the chaos. We did do engagement pics with her earlier this year, and had a great time! We were nervous about being camera shy, but her bubbly friendly personality really helped guide us through it. We felt so comfortable and she posed us with ease so we didn’t have to think about it too much! They turned out beautiful, and we used them for our save the date cards. Everyone loved them! Can’t wait for our wedding!
Natalie, 4 years ago
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Strata Weddings

5.0

Boulder, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Solvang, CA

Strata Weddings was born out of a deep love for storytelling and a desire to make your wedding day unforgettable. Established as a national company, we have had the privilege of documenting countless love stories from coast to coast. Our journey began with a simple belief that every love story is unique and deserves to be told with authenticity and creativity.

Our experience with Strata Weddings was absolutely fantastic. They flawlessly captured the essence of our wedding day. Thanks to their work, we can revisit our special day through the photos and relive every moment. We wholeheartedly endorse this company for engagement and wedding photography. Their candid style breathes life into our wedding memories every time we glance through their work.
Angela, a month ago
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Kaitlyn Carter Photography

5.0

Louisville, KY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,150
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Caz Isaiah - Cinemotion

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Solvang, CA

I'm Caz Isaiah, a New York City + Atlanta based wedding photographer, but you can find me in a different city and country every week of the year capturing unforgettable moments in time. I shoot in a cinematic and timeless style making sure to capture raw and candid moments that will make your day look feel a movie. I have over 200,000 followers on social media as well as 10 of millions of image/video views so you can be assured who you’re working with. Let’s create something captivating! Caz Cinemotion

I hired Caz and Sheldon because I fell in love with their photos. I was absolutely STUNNED when I got them back. Seeing others in their pics was one thing, but him capturing my big day and seeing them, I can’t thank them enough. Once on a lifetime events need to be captured by someone who can bring out the emotions and feelings in that day for years to come and he is the one who can do it. They were always responsive, super friendly and made my day go so much smoother. I don’t consider them just photographers, but also my friends now. Thank you so much, if Caz is available BOOK HIM right away. The best day ever thanks!
Imani, a month ago
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TheTheodors Photography

5.0

Redlands, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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I love the reel they made for my wedding, in a very quick time frame! They are such a sweet and chill couple that is easy to work with and they know how to take such great photos! Can't wait to see the rest, the ones they sent so far are so beautiful and capture the memories that I will hold on to for a lifetime! Thanks you guys!
Cheeney S., 9 months ago
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A Shot Of Love Films

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Solvang, 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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I recently worked on an event with A Shot of Love Films in Los Angeles (I was the DJ!) I’ve worked with many video/photo teams but from start to finish they were professional, friendly and on top of their game. They didn’t miss a detail and had excellent communication skills prior to the event. Not to mention - they beautiful video and photos!! Don’t wait too long - they definitely get booked quickly. I highly recommend. 10/10
Christina LaRocca, 5 months ago
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The Narrative by Jarrod Rigby (Photo + Video)

5.0

Venice, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Absolutely effortless, at organically creating magic. You can’t hide talent and that is just what this power team have together. A natural eye for seeing the beauty in all things around them and perfectly capturing and captivating the moment and the story. Be smart and hire someone that can tell your story in the most beautiful way. They stay trending and ahead of the game as well but yet the work is timeless. It’s true art!!!
Leslie, 6 months ago
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Ivy Rose Photography

5.0

Las Vegas, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Ivy was absolutely amazing. She made my day smooth & special. Our photos all came out so amazing and better then I could ever imagine. I always say trust your photographer when they’re trying to position you or when they have an idea. It always comes out absolutely beautiful. Every single photo captured the important moment did our wedding day.
Chelsea & M., 2 years ago
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Pictures by Nicole Seaman {"Pics by Nics"}

5.0

Allentown, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves Solvang, 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 + tons of film. I documented everything. When film turned into digital, that was a turning point in my life. Since then, my memories, large + small, have been organized on my computer, by year. So I can go back + revisit so many wonderful memories from my life...most which I wouldn't remember without pictures!

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Met Nicole while working at a wedding in February 2024. She was very kind to our staff and not in the way at all. She allowed everyone to enjoy the party without blocking views or being rude. Yet managed to do her job with a smile the whole time! She is very pleasant!
Sandra, 19 days ago
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Velvet Love Studio

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $9,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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.

As newlyweds, my partner and I were determined to find a photographer who could immortalize the magic of our special day. After much research and countless recommendations, we stumbled upon Velvet Love Studio, and let me tell you, it was love at first sight. From the initial consultation to the final delivery of our wedding album, every interaction with Velvet Love Studio was nothing short of exceptional. Their professionalism and attention to detail were evident from the start, as they took the time to understand our vision and preferences. On the big day itself, the team at Velvet Love Studio worked tirelessly to capture every fleeting moment, ensuring that no smile, tear, or embrace went unnoticed. Their ability to blend into the background while still orchestrating the perfect shots was truly remarkable, allowing us to enjoy our day without feeling intruded upon.
Alexia P., 4 months ago
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Gui Bittencourt Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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We lost our wedding photographer 2 weeks before the wedding and decided to go with Gui! I am so grateful that we decided to go with him because he took amazing pictures of our wedding!
Jeanett M., 2 months ago
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Andy Hardman Photography

5.0

Saint Paul, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Solvang, 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.

Working with Andy from start to finish was effortless and beautiful. There were so many aspects of capturing such a special moment that Andy’s professional and artistic talents was such a gift to see. He made sure to make myself and guests comfortable. He had a vision that naturally told the story of our initiate backyard wedding ceremony. His prices are fair and he is incredibly responsive with any questions or needs. I highly recommend him for any professional and quality photos you may need! Thank you Andy!!
Sarah Hoffman, 2 years ago
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Stewart+Barnes Photo Co., LLC

5.0

Wetumpka, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Solvang, 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.

If I could rate higher than 5 stars I would! StewartBarnes perfectly captured every magical moment of our wedding day! They are such great people & made the process so easy for us. They make everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. We are so impressed with the quality of the photos & videos. If you're considering booking them for your event, let this be your sign. DO IT! You won't regret it!
Kaley B., 4 months ago
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Juniper and Fox Photography

5.0

Whitesboro, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Solvang, 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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By far one of the best photographers I have ever worked with. She delivers galleries to all vendors (so sweet of her to not put that stress on the bride to send vendors photos of the big day), she truly has an amazing eye for small details, and the perfect warm tone/rustic editing style!! Juniper truly cares about their couples and delivering the best experience. Plus shes such a fun vendor to work with!
Aleeha Artistry, 2 years ago
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Jasmine Jorges Photo

5.0

Somerville, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Jasmine was the lead photographer for a wedding we had over the fall and I remember her being a wonderful, calm and professional vendor that day. Always asked questions, made sure the bride and groom were present when needed. Great to work with!
Miriam Cooper, a year ago
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Stephanie Pardo Photography

5.0

Walnut Creek, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Solvang, 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 took photos of the food and drinks at my fresh seafood restaurant for promotional material, she was able to highlight our food and unique dine-in a way that was captivating and real.
Bag o’ Crab , 4 months ago
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The Shalom Imaginative

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Where to begin? As a photographer myself, I thought I'd have a really hard time choosing a wedding photographer, but when I saw Nate and Amanda's work, my search was over. If you're having trouble choosing a photographer/videographer, you can stop here. Nate and his second shooter, Ashley were an absolute dream to work with. They made us so comfortable and actually helped in ways I wasn't expecting. They kept us on time so we didn't miss any important moments but still managed to capture everything we wanted with ease. They simultaneously grabbed video while shooting photos without interruption. Nate is creative and will work with you to figure out the best settings and ways to capture who you are as a couple and document the day so you never forget it. Cannot thank The Shalom Imaginative enough for their creative collaboration and attention to detail!
Nima & J., 4 years ago
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Sunbeam Studio Photography

5.0

Denver, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Solvang, 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 was extremely organized and great to work with! Not only did she reach out ahead of time to introduce herself as a fellow vendor at a wedding we both booked, but made absolute magic happen with the flatlays and invitation suite I created for the couple. She also proactively sent me photos, along with a sweet message! I would highly recommend Sunbeam Studio for any bride — I recommend her to all of my couples who ask!
Studio AM Design, 9 months ago
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Black Hat Studio

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Solvang, 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 Solvang, 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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Mariela is so easy to work with, she communicates well, and makes everything so easy and carefree. I am always impressed by her stunning photos and her creativity. I highly recommend her to all my clients.
Dawn Adams, 3 years ago
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Eyeblink Photo

5.0

Irvine, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Fernanda at Eyeblink is a total professional and she knows exactly how to give you space to enjoy to the moment and capture it as it's happening. We organized some portraits with family and friends but mostly she documented our wedding as it truly unfolded. When I look back at our pictures, I'm immediately transported to that exact moment and feel all the incredible feelings all over again. I couldn't be happier with her work. Highly recommend!
Cristina & D., a year ago
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Visuals by J. McKenzie

5.0

Upper Marlboro, MD
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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It's always a pleasure working with Jamaal - He's professional, fun and always knows how to set our clients at ease when they're in front of the camera. The images speak for themselves, he's one of the best around! Can't go wrong!
Shane Redman, 2 years ago
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The Honeymooners Productions

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,300
  • Serves Solvang, 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!

Amazing people even better photo/video We weren’t sure if we were going to have our wedding on our date or postpone it because of the pandemic. The honeymooners made sure that they were available for our wedding for either outcome! We ended up keeping our date and had a very small front yard wedding. They made our simple front yard wedding look professionally planned because of their photo and video! They go out of their way to make sure things are safe and of course make sure you get exactly what you what for your wedding photos and video!
Maddie L., 3 years ago
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Ally & Andre Photo + Film LLC

5.0

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Ally and Andre were an absolute dream to worry with. Both so kind and personable! During the planning process they set up a call with us and really got to know us and our vision. They’re attention to detail is impeccable and really exceeded our expectations with their talent! We received our video in the time expected and when we received all our content they sent us the sweetest personalized package with Polaroid photos they took on our wedding day. Such a beautiful and sweet touch!
Jennifer + R., 2 years ago
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Oxford St. Photography

5.0

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

Hi, bienvenidos! We are Juniett and Julian, the husband and wife photography power duo. First things first, we are here to serve you and create wedding images that you are absolutely in love with. The only way we can make this happen is through communication and preparation so we make it a priority to get to know you and understand the things you value. We will meet with your planner to make sure we have the right vision and set everything up for a successful day. Booking for 2024-2025. No travel fees.

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 Solvang, 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 😊 .

Awarded Best of Zola
I would absolutely in a heartbeat recommend Brey for any event. I have worked with her many times and she is so professional and fun! Do yourself a favor and hire her for your event!
Erin Smith, 2 years ago
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Moments by Frank

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Solvang, 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.

Frank was absolutely AMAZING! Him and his team literally captured the perfect moments in every photo and in our wedding video. We told them what we hoped for and they delivered! Super sweet, so patient and the communication was awesome!
A and M., 5 months ago
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Danielle Bennink Photography

5.0

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

Danielle did an amazing job with our engagement photos. She created a memorable, comfortable, & fun experience that we will never forget. not only did she deliver photos that went beyond our expectations, but the experience & quality of photos and service was 10/10. perfect for any occasion & we will definitely be using her again for future photos!
Lauren Herzog, 2 months ago
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Wrenn Photography

5.0

Austin, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Solvang, 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!

Mary provided excellent quality service for us, offering fantastic photos and comfortable environment. Miss Mary gave us romantic engagement photos, unique wedding pictures and joyful images celebrating the then upcoming arrival of our first child. We cannot wait to book more sessions with this wonderful photographer who brings ease and happiness to each session. We love Mary and the magic she captures and brings!
K, 3 months ago
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AJ Photography-NV

5.0

Gardnerville, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Solvang, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Armando is an absolutely amazing photographer which we already knew after our engagement photo shoot that was included in our wedding photo package. However, once we received our wedding photos, we were absolutely blown away! Not only did he take absolutely breathtaking portraits and capture big moments throughout the day, but he caught a lot of sweet little moments of our guests. After sharing the gallery with some of our family and friends, many of them commented “ I can’t believe your photographer caught this moment of my sons, dad, mom, etc”. We are completely able to re-live our day with his photos. I don’t even understand how he was able to do it, but he also put together an 11 minute highlight video capturing our vows, big moments and many more little moments throughout the day! I was balling while watching it! Also, really important to us was Armando was extremely responsive throughout the entire wedding planning process and even came to our 30 days out venue walk through to make sure we were on the same page. Armando is an extremely talented photographer and you’d be lucky to book him for your wedding day!
Ashley S., 7 months ago
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Natural Images Photo Video

5.0

Foley, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Solvang, 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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They are the sweetest folks to work with. We had always wanted a video package but could not find an affordable option. Billy and Miss Cheryl did BOTH! We got photos and videos for two days and they even live streamed our wedding to our family overseas. Billy's photos are insane gorgeous and Cheryl's video captured everything we had dreamed of. I highly recommend them to everyoone wanting a amazing wedding.
Megan M., 10 months ago
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As the Crow Flies

5.0

Lincoln, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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So we hired Lexi and Warren to take our photos in Colorado. I reached out to them to tell them I would be proposing during the shoot too. We worked out a plan and had it prepared perfectly. My fiancé had no idea and it was absolutely perfect. The photos and engagement video were absolutely beautiful. I am so glad we chose As the Crow Flies, they are great at communicating and just amazing people. We plan on using them for our wedding too! I could not refer them enough, they are great!!
Ryan and S., 2 years ago
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Manuel Espino Photography

5.0

Downey, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Halley Vernon Photography

5.0

El Cajon, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Wild Honey Photo

5.0

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

We used Jessica for our December 2018 wedding up north, and let me tell you: SHE IS WORTH EVERY SINGLE PENNY. Jess is not only a joy to work with, but her photos are absolutely incredible. I have loved sharing our engagement and wedding photos with our friends and family, and the reactions are always so positive. My husband and I are not the best at posing, but she made us feel comfortable every step of the way, with such incredible results. Thank you Jess for all that you do!
Oaks C., 4 years ago
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Jos & Tree

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Solvang, 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 Solvang, 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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Loved everything about Next Exit Photography! From start to finish, Cat and Adi went above and beyond to make our wedding day perfect. Our album is everything we dreamed of. Best investment of a lifetime, so happy we splurged to be with them.
Cathy, a year ago
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Onyx and Arrow Collective

5.0

Henderson, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Solvang, 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 Solvang, 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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Kenzie Kate Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Solvang, 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., 10 days ago
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Becky G Studios

5.0

Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Jonathan Moore Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Jonathan was the photographer for our wedding and absolutely blew us away with his work. His photos are so gorgeous and perfectly captured the best weekend of our lives. We did a two-night wedding party on the Oregon coast, and Jonathan covered both days and both nights to make sure we had the perfect documentation of our weekend. He picked out the perfect spots for shots after the ceremony, and worked hard to get us in the best light filtering through the trees as we did a little post-ceremony hike in the rainforest. Jonathan also fit right in with our friends when he wasn't busy photographing, and our guests thought he was just one of our friends they hadn't met yet who happened to be a photographer. I would rate him 10/10 on technical photography skills and professionalism, and 11/10 as a person. Our cousin Levi, who has Down's Syndrome, attended and wanted to help photograph the wedding day. Not only was Jonathan fine with having another person photographing near him, he was giving Levi tips on how to position the subjects (us: bride and groom) in the best light and how to compose the shot, at the same time as he was doing his own shooting!! Those specific photos turned out to be magnificent and I will always remember what was going on behind the camera when I see them too. That was a really memorable moment for me and really illustrates what you can expect to get from Jonathan.
Robert & K., 2 years ago
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Jodee Debes Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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I am truly thrilled to be sitting here writing this amazing review for Jodee. Where do I even begin? I met Jodee while working at a wedding and her personality just blew me away. On the day of the event we were working she was all smiles and nothing but her being the sweetest person ever! When it came time to make the big decision of who I wanted to be, my wedding photographer Jodee instantly came to mind. I loved her style of photography true to color and she captures those moments you will cherish forever. As my fiance and I are officially a year out from our wedding I wanted to take our engagement photos somewhere magical. I called Jodee and let her know that we were thinking of Yosemite National Park. Jodee was nothing but excited to shoot in this location and this is when all the fun began. Let me just tell you Jodee is great at reaching out and keeping in contact with you for all your needs. When it came time to booking our reservation at Yosemite Jodee handled everything from making the reservation to finding out all info regarding parking and food and locations. This task was not easy given the circumstances currently during COVID Yosemite has changed their rules currently and it was a much different process to go to the park unlike in the past. Jodee was quick to jump on the computer and read about everything we needed to make this trip successful. She had a whole schedule that made our time there truly memorable. I can truly say that when we arrived it felt like everything was normal again and we were amongst nature and we felt free. When the big day came Jodee showed up early and scouted the area before we got there to find the best possible areas for our shoot! We had planned for one whole day of shooting till sunset and a beautiful sunrise shoot too. Jodee was game for everything! We had four outfit changes and several different locations for our photoshoot from Taft Point, Glacier Point, and El Capitan Meadow just to name a few. Each location was more magical than the other. Did I mention how easy it was to feel comfortable around Jodee too? It felt so seamless and easy we never felt like we were posed or uncomfortable she also knows the tricks to make you laugh. During that time it was so great to get to know more about here and her career and how she got started in photography. I am so grateful that I found Jodee and after our engagement shoot I am only more excited to see what magical photos she captures on our wedding day. I cannot stress enough how amazing this woman is. She will go above and beyond to make sure you’re the happiest person on your special day. Thank you Jodee from the bottom of my heart I cannot wait to book you again for all our future adventures. Can't wait for the big wedding day but I needed people to know how passionate you are about all your shoots. You truly outdid yourself! We love you, Chelsea & Colton
Chelsea & C., 4 years ago
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Mycah Bain Photography

5.0

Minneapolis, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,450
  • Serves Solvang, 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 Solvang, 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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I've had the pleasure of working with Tara at multiple events and I have nothing but love for this human! As a DJ, I can say that it's important to have a vendor team that work together and communicate well. Tara is everything you could ask for in a wedding photographer and such a sweet person. I tell all my couples, when shopping for your photo/video vendor, book the person you wouldn't mind hanging out with all day...because that's truly what has to happen! I know any couples booking with Studio Vieren will not only have wonderful photos but have a wonderful experience on wedding day. Much love!
Austo Entertainment, Inc., 6 months ago
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Jessica Marie Photography LLC

5.0

Greensboro, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Solvang, 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.

Jessica cares so much about her clients and seriously takes so much pride in her work. She loves what she does and it shows in her professionalism and the beauty of her images.
Stephanie Small, 2 months ago
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Valley Images Photography

5.0

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

We hired Michelle for our wedding and wow... where do I start?? Michelle and her assistant were INCREDIBLE! They were super friendly, thoughtful, funny, helpful and just made us feel incredible comfortable! My husband and I are shy people who do not like to be the center of attention and do not like to get our pictures taken, so we were both anxious about it. As soon as they started, we ended up actually having so much fun, laughing and having a great time getting our pictures taken! I have seen a few sneak peeks and am already in tears at how beautifully they turned out. I CANNOT wait to see how the others turned out! We will 100% be working with her again in the future! Thank you Michelle for the wonderful memories! Definitely do not hesitate and hire Valley Images Photography for your next event, you will not regret it!
Astrid, 8 months ago
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Fitz Carlile Photography

5.0

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

Awarded Best of Zola
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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Drew Zavala Photography

5.0

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

Drew and Jackie captured our dream wedding! We knew we made the right decision to pick them as our wedding photographer and videographer! They listened to what we wanted for our wedding and more! They made sure that we are comfortable and they are super easy to work with! They're the dream team and so so happy about our pictures and video!
Grace B., 24 days ago
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Rock&Love Weddings

5.0

Brooklyn, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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.

This review is massively long overdue (we got married 5/20/2022), but I absolutely have to write one. Maria and Ricky are hands down the BEST people and we could not have been luckier to have the pleasure of them capturing our wedding! They got exactly the vibes we wanted, all the shots we wanted, were so easy to communicate with, and are just the nicest and most fun people! We did our engagement shoot with them in NYC and the photos could not have been any better. We communicated the types of shots we were looking for and, since they were living there, they were able to give us the best tips for location and shots! Our wedding was better than we could have ever imagined. We got the best posed shots and the absolute best candid shots. We barely even realized the were photographing/taking video of us during the reception which we loved, but we also just loved their presence. They were so much fun and added to the party, they were dancing while shooting and made everyone so happy and comfortable. Our guests still talk about them and how awesome they are! Our video is breathtaking, we are taken back to the day every time we watching and it always brings us to tears. The photos are incredible; we constantly look through our photos and love displaying them in our home to look at all the time. We have since referred several people to them because we would love everyone to have the same experience we had!
Sareynah P., a year ago
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Michelle Lanning Photography

5.0

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

We have had the pleasure of working with Michelle a few times now and each time she delivers a stunning and quality product. She is punctual, a clear communicator, and flexible in a dynamic outdoor space. We appreciate her professionalism and obvious love for her craft. She puts our couples at ease and is a breeze to work with. Thanks Michelle!
Ojai Labyrinth, 3 months ago
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Jazmín Solano Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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
Jazmín made our wedding day so incredibly special, capturing every detail and all the big moments as well. She is SO talented! From being willing to balance on a mossy log to get some gorgeous water pictures to making my husband and me (and our bridal party) feel so comfortable in front of a camera, Jazmín is so professional, kind, and has an eye for capturing the feeling and beauty of a place. She covered our day from beginning to end, and without her, we wouldn't have had many pictures from our day. We've never had professional photos taken of us before, and every photo Jazmín has taken of us is our favourite. We feel REALLY lucky to have had her there to capture so many moments of that day and to be able to look back on her work brings back so many happy memories. Thank you, Jazmín! (BOOK HER for your engagement shoots, your weddings, your family portraits - it'll be the BEST thing you do!).
Isabelle & A., 6 months ago
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The Bomani's

5.0

Ventura, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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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Hannah Madison Photography

5.0

Monrovia, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Solvang, 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.

Hannah is definitely one of my preferred vendors. Her photos are beautiful and overall she was the most pleasant, fun and easy to work with photographer I have had! Couldn't refer her enough!
The Social Event Planner, 7 months ago
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Ovation(Lite) Photography & Design

5.0

Orange, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Solvang, 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 extremely helpful and professional… not only did she take amazing photographs, but she went over and above keeping us organized and making sure things were done on time…… she was an absolute professional and extremely creative. Our photographs are beautiful and her eye for detail is unmatched. I would highly recommend her, and absolutely refer to her all my friends.
Thomas J., 4 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Solvang, CA

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

A Solvang, 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 Solvang, 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 Solvang, 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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