Classic Wedding Photographers in Watsonville, CA

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Lindsay Pinto Photography

5.0

Tampa, FL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Firstly, I just want to say thank you for being here! It will be an absolute honor to capture your beautiful moments. I’m Lindsay, a lover of all things creative turned photographer that fell in love with photography about 9 years ago. I love to capture moments that tell the story of your special day with the ones you love, while having the best time capturing images that you can treasure forever. My goal is to create photographs that will preserve the story of your day and capture the magic of your moment completely authentically, so you can look back at your photos, and enjoy remembering not only how your day looked but also how it felt.

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Lindsey was so professional and, as my MOH said, she was the MVP of the day! She had a very calming presence and made us all feel super comfortable :) I would highly recommend her for your FL based wedding. Our sneak peak photos are beautiful and exactly what we were hoping they would be!
Leanne L., a year ago
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Morgan Belieu Photography

5.0

Phoenix, AZ
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

My name is Morgan Belieu (she/her), the owner and photographer here at Morgan Belieu Photography. I am photographer servicing both Seattle Washington & Phoenix Arizona; specializing in intimate couple sessions, small weddings & elopements, and portrait photography. But hey, don't let my current location or specialties prevent you from reaching out, I am always eager to travel and experience new places and people.

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Morgan took both our engagement and wedding photos and I’m in love with how both turned out! Not only do I love her editing style but she also made my vision come to life in photos! Can’t recommend Morgan enough!
Madalyn & R., 2 years ago
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Sarah Lindholm Photography

5.0

Dallas, TX
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I’m sure your mind is racing with all that needs to be planned. It’s all very exciting but it can also be somewhat overwhelming. You’re planning the day that you’ve been anticipating your whole life and yet you only get one shot at it! By the time you get the hang of it, the planning is over! My goal as a wedding photographer is to make this one aspect of the planning process simple. Photography is more than just images, it’s a real part of your day. Not only do you deserve beautiful images, you also deserve an amazing photographic experience.

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Sarah is literally our family photographer. She’s photographed our wedding, our engagement photos, and recently our maternity photos! She kills it every time and gives you the most beautiful photos you can treasure forever. What I love most about her is how down to earth she is and you will have a blast during your session! She’s so personable and you’ll feel like you have known her forever. RUN don’t walk to get your photos taken by Sarah!!!
Ashley, 9 months ago
Shipwrecked Creative

5.0

Sandusky, OH
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hey there, I'm Chris! I'm not your average wedding photographer—I'm here to make sure your images make your heart skip a beat even years down the line. My goal? To capture your big day in a way that fills you with all the feels, every time you look at those photos. I'm all about having a blast and creating memories that will make you smile from ear to ear. Weddings are all about love, laughter, and those precious moments that take your breath away. And guess what? I'm on a mission to freeze those incredible, candid instants so you can relive them over and over again.

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Chris with Shipwrecked Creative helped capture our wedding day perfectly! The planning before the wedding was quite rushed as we booked just few months before the big day, but he helped coordinate our meetings and plan everything out, so we were on the same page. He was very responsive and detailed with everything. The questionnaire he sent us made it super easy to give him all the right information, so he didn’t need to ask 100 questions on the phone or via email. We had a very rainy day with few moments that the sun was shining. Chris helped us capture every moment perfectly. He guided our poses so it wasn’t awkward or unnatural, kept us laughing along the way, and helped us coordinate our timeline to fit in all our family photos, sunset photos (that miraculously worked out with the weather!) and portrait shots that we wanted of our big day. Between the chaos of the wedding in general and the crappy weather, Chris helped us really make our day special, even trekking out in the mud and rain to get some amazing sunset shots! I highly recommend Chris and his team at Shipwrecked Creative. Couldn’t ask for a better team!
Emily R., a year ago
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Victoria Bremner Photography

5.0

Las Vegas, NV
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I'm a Las Vegas based professional wedding photographer, working with couples from all over the world, as well as a travelling wedding photographer. Along with adoring weddings, I'm a serious hockey fan, with silver hair, and a terribly awkward smile. When I’m not photographing people, I love photographing Lego Minifigs on location, Darth Vader being a favorite (and personal hero) but I like expanding my collection of character portraits. I have a wicked sense of humor, a weakness for Rom Com’s & Spanish red wine. In my personal time I work closely with a local dog rescue, as a foster home and photographer, helping find their furever homes.

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I highly, highly recommend Victoria for any professional photo shoots. She shot our wedding last March and the pictures were absolutely amazing. She is incredibly professional, thorough, detail oriented, prompt, and has an amazing creative eye to capture stunning photos. She even saved us a huge disappointment by checking the time of sunset on our wedding day (it was the day before daylight savings time) on our first conversation! Had she not, we wouldn’t have known to move our wedding time up by an hour and we would’ve had all of our pictures in the dark! That was a major catch! She was so easy to work with, always made herself available to answer questions, and was totally on point on our wedding day. She stuck to our day-of schedule, made sure we got all of the pictures we wanted within the timeframe, directed us on how to pose and overall was a pleasure to work with. On a day that could be really stressful, we were totally at ease with her. I would hire her a million more times over!
Ariana G., a year ago
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Viktoriia Yasinska Photography

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Yasinska Photography is a wedding photography company based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Owner Viktoriia and her team favor a documentary approach to their work. They love meaningful, memorable moments. They don’t want you to feel like you have to pose for the camera. Your wedding is about marrying your favorite person. It’s about relishing the joy and laughter that you share with your family and friends. Viktoriia and her team want to create a collection filled with memories that you’ll want to cherish forever.

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Viktoriia is extremely talented and immediately put us at ease in front of her lens. She was thoughtful in coordinating settings based on our preferences to fit the theme of our wedding. I was absolutely thrilled with the images and cannot recommend her enough (especially for discovering creative locations on Palm Beach Island!). We were so thankful to work with Viktoriia and adored the experience!
Megan F., 3 months ago
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Klein Photography NW

5.0

Bellingham, WA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hello, my name is Katy, owner and operator of Klein Photography NW . I produce event, portrait, and creative photography. In order for you to look your best and love your images, I provide simple direction and clear communication throughout our time together. My style captures both classic and candid images so you can look back on your event with fondness and joy for years to come. Do you have ideas of your own? Let’s collaborate to create memorable images you will enjoy for the rest of your life. Photography can be so much fun. Let's get creative together!

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I highly recommend Klein Photography NW. I used her services for promotional images for my massage business. Great content, turn around was short, incredibly professional with great ideas to add to the creative process. Highly recommend.
Meghan G., 2 years ago
Nicole Catherine Photography

5.0

Malibu, CA
  • Classic style
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi, I'm Nicole! From a young age, I always had a camera in hand and absolutely loved taking photographs and documenting anything that caught my eye. Born and raised in Southern California, I love the beach, bright colors, and documenting couples' love stories. Pursuing my passion for photography, I graduated from Brooks Institute of Photography with my BFA. I photographed my first wedding in 2014 and never looked back.

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Nicole went above and beyond. Covid complicated things, but she was understanding and accommodating. We only had her for a short while, but somehow she found the time to capture every moment I was hoping for, along with some that came as a pleasant surprise when I got the photos back! These photos are more beautiful then I could have possibly imagined and my family and I will cherish them for the rest of our lives.
Brandy, 2 years ago
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Charlie's Angels Photography

5.0

Winter Park, FL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Charlie's Angels Photography is based in Florida with studios in Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Texas, Indiana, Ohio, Wisconsin, Georgia, Alabama, Virginia, Washington, New Jersey, Michigan, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Utah, and many other states. "Each Wedding has its unique way of coming together and every bride has her special touch in what makes her day special. We know that everything must be perfect when your day has finally arrived." We have the perfect packages for your Wedding! “Do not make your choice of choosing your wedding photographer PURELY on price. Shoots missed from your ceremony won’t be re-recorded.” Guarantee...

The best photography work and they are always available to ta and to guide me in everything
Santiago, 4 months ago
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EventSmith Productions

5.0

Santa Fe, TX
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Oh hey there, my name is Jessica. I have always had a passion for photography and video and in college, I shot first wedding for a friend from China - it was 8/8/08. After graduating from UHCL in the spring of 2009, I was asked to shoot another friend’s wedding… Then another friend… then another. And just like that a passion for capturing one of life’s happiest moments became a full-time profession that I absolutely love! I officially established my company in October 2009 and never looked back.

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Eventsmith is overall the best of the best. When we work together I know that I have nothing to worry about. They are always very professional and have the best product. I highly recommend them for your event.
Rene Johnson Lush Flowers, 5 months ago
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Kyra Lee Photography

5.0

Circle Pines, MN
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Authentic moments are what set our hearts on fire! We strive to capture you exactly as you are and bring out your personality. Think of us as your best friends that you haven't gotten to meet yet - we are known for dancing with our couples at receptions, snuggling babies to get a few solo pictures of the parents, and becoming lifelong friends with our seniors. We cannot wait to meet you!

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Kyra and her team were a dream to work with! They took control to make sure our pictures were done in good time, but were open to any of our ideas as well! They made everyone feel so comfortable and had such a welcoming presence. They truly CARED about the people they were working with and wanted the best for us on our special day. They made sure that my hands were never too full as we walked around taking pictures. They held water for me, my phone, and my shoes. They fixed my vail, my hair, Eric’s tie. They were wonderful and I can’t recommend them enough.
Emily and E., a year ago
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Ashly Arts Photography

5.0

Scottsdale, AZ
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Ashly Arts Photography is a professional wedding photography business servicing Arizona and beyond. Ashly loves capturing special moments that highlight your journey together. She strives to preserve memories of the happiest day of your life so you and your spouse can relive them for years to come. Ashly has been professionally photographing clients since 2017 and specializes in wedding and boudoir photography. Her passion for this art form has led her to destinations near and far to help her couples celebrate their love.

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Ashly and her team is AMAZING! She does above and beyond to make sure you always have the best photos and exactly what you dream of! Every single photo I saw was jaw dropping. She’s the best and worth every penny!
Gabriela, a year ago
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Aesthetic Photoworks

5.0

Henderson, NV
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Creating wonderful and unforgettable experiences and continuing to love everything about it. I've been shooting full time since 2007. Proficient in multiple genres of photography, videography and post-editing work. Throughout my journey, I have photographed everything from studio portraits to special events like birthday parties, family reunions, concerts and festivals. My clientele includes a myriad of actors, models, musicians, business owners, corporate professionals, writers and artists.

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Nothing but great things to say about Ivan and Aesthetic Photoworks! He is a great communicator, a professional who is committed to his craft and a creative visionary. Ivan has a great sense of humor and always exudes positive energy. It's always a pleasure to have him involved with my team.
Meredith Fox MUA, 7 months ago
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Taylored Wedding and Portraits

5.0

Denver, CO
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I began my photography journey in 2008 and have been shooting ever since! My love of music and travel initially took me to Nashville, where I studied under some of the best celebrity and music photographers in the business. The City of Music lead me to tour with Jesse McCartney and shoot some amazing musicians including Blake Shelton, Outkast, and the Backstreet Boys (a personal childhood dream of mine). However, the mountains were calling (as they say), and I ended up moving back to Colorado, my home state, in 2015 to begin my journey documenting love in all its forms!

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Piper did amazing photos capturing the special moments from beginning to the end of our events She did our winter wedding and a baby shower and were thrilled with the photos. She puts everyone at ease and makes them feel special We would highly recommend her for all your special times in life
Kyle J., a year ago
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SA PHOTO CO

5.0

Albuquerque, NM
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

The S and the A Behind SA photo Co. We are a Husband-and-Wife photography and Videography team, here to capture your Love story. We specialize in Weddings + Elopements, Branding sessions, along with hosting Workshops and Mentorships. (Along with lots of laughs and fun!) but on a serious note this is one of the most important days of your life, and we want to help capture every special moment!

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As someone who spends most of my time BEHIND the lens (I'm also a photographer) I was a little nervous getting in FRONT of it for our couples session... Shannon immediately crushed those nerves with her energy, excitement, and direction. My husband and I had an absolute BLAST frolicking around the Oregon Coast with her during our sunrise session. We had the privilege of getting to know Shannon and her husband in the days prior to our session and all I can say is they are such beautiful people - inside and out. The moments she captured for us are so true to who we are and I am forever grateful to have these memories.
Erin, 2 years ago
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Jess Holle Photography

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I'm Jess, a wedding and portrait photographer based in Sacramento, CA. I know the wedding planning process can be quite overwhelming, and that's why I'm here to help you at every step leading up to your special day. I take pride in making a comfortable environment while I take photos, so people can feel like their most confident, beautiful selves. I get the most satisfaction when couples see their photos for the first time and are amazed at how stunning they look. I love showcasing what I see through my lens and giving people the confidence they didn’t know they had!

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Jess truly has a gift, and it's not just her artistic eye. It's her! We love her energy and the way she makes us feel really comfortable during her shoots no matter the location. She always has fun posing ideas and was also up for a few of our own crazy ideas (including riding a jet ski in our formal clothes!). Her photos really encapsulated our personalities and love. Jess has now captured all of my major life milestones: college graduation, professional headshots for my first big girl job, my engagement, my wedding, and our first photoshoot for our business. If you’re ever looking for a super talented photographer to work with, but also someone that will become your friend in the process, I highly recommend Jess. She’s the biggest sweetheart, wildly intelligent, and just an all around treat to have in your life. Jess has beautifully captured our journey so far, and we will continue to ask her to capture our path to come.
Caroline & N., 8 months ago
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Reflections Creative Photography, LLC

5.0

Allentown, PA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Reflections Creative Photography, LLC Linda, I and our staff welcome you to our site, we hope you find it helpful in your Wedding/Special Event Planning. Our style is modern with a mixture of classic poses; which we couple that with a significant amount of candid and casually posed images along with some Black & White output. Our pricing is Ala Carte with either "Pre-Designed Packages" or ones that "You Create Your Own" based on your personal selection of items from our Ala Carte Menu that fit your unique desires, lifestyle and budget. All our options provide full day coverage, web-hosting & Facebook Sneak Peeks! Video & Photobooth avail

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Lance was such a wonderful photographer for our wedding day! His personable attitude made it easy to get through the day, and he provided great tips and tricks to get great photos. He had such patience with our crew and was very accommodating to all photo requests. From the get go he was one of my most responsive vendors and was so easy to connect with. Picture turnaround was incredibly fast and the photos are beautiful! An easy 5 star recommendation!
Cheyenne C., 8 months ago
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J Maurer Photography

5.0

Waterbury, CT
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi, it's Jenni, I am a couples and wedding photographer based in Connecticut. I love hikes and adventures, nature is my natural habitat and my biggest dream is to travel the world. I am hopeless romantic and I will probably shed a tear at every wedding I attend or photograph, so if you see me wipe a tear at your wedding no you didn't lol. I am also a dog mom and I love animals in general, my puppy means the world to me! I am a dedicated, passionate, fun and caring person and I put love in everything I do. I can't wait to work with you!

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I can’t explain how happy I am with Jenni’s work! I didn’t only love the results but I really appreciate how much she helped during the ceremony, especially by setting the livestream up so my family and friends from Brazil could watch this special moment. They also made us feel comfortable in front of the cameras, since we both are a little awkward in front of cameras haha Can’t forget to mention how nice and fun they were with everyone and this is very special to me! Thank you for making us look so hot on the pictures hahaha we love and appreciate your work!
Mariana, 9 months ago
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Bethany Michaela Studio

5.0

Dallas, TX
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hey There! I’m Bethany Michaela and I photograph lovers of every kind as they celebrate living and traveling this world with intention, and I’ve been loving this journey for over seven years! I want your photographs to live for many, many generations. I don’t follow trends, I simply document you, your story, sincerely and organically. And no matter who you are, love is love! I am and will always be an equality-minded wedding & elopement photographer.

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We had an amazing experience working with Bethany Michaela Photography. She really understands the wedding business and is a true expert. She captured all the best parts of our wedding. We'll have wonderful images to reflect on for years to come.
Angela and R., 4 years ago
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Harrison Boyd Photography

5.0

San Rafael, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I have been professionally capturing images for over 10 years. During that time, I built a successful promotional marketing company in Canada, received my MBA in Ireland, and moved to the San Francisco Bay Area with my wife. My favorite part about photography are the stories that are captured, the frozen moments in time that each picture highlights. Over the course of my career, I have been asked to tell thousands of stories. With the ability to operate in the United States, Canada, and Europe, I’m no stranger to traveling for a good story.

Harrison surpassed our expectations with his close attention to detail, capturing every moment beautifully. We're a slightly awkward couple, but he was professional and made us very comfortable taking our formals after the ceremony. Highly reccommend for those in search of a very talented photographer who is great with people.
Erin & K., 4 months ago
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Curious Courtney’s Photography

5.0

Indianapolis, IN
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Our Approach: We are Mia & Chris Courtney. The people behind the camera. We are a husband and wife team based out of Indianapolis, Indiana, where we service The Midwest and beyond. We are experience based photographers who focus on creating; authentic connections, intimate, warm & emotional photographs. A little more about us, We eloped on June 5th, 2019 after dating for 1 year. We camped at the Red River Gorge for 3 days in the pouring rain for our honeymoon. It was not typical but it was us. We love camping and exploring new places. We are a total go with the flow type people. We both love Concerts, Tattoos, and adventuring!

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We were absolutely thrilled with our experience with Curious Courtneys Photographer! Mia and Chris were an absolute delight to work with during our spring elopement ceremony. From the moment we met them, their warmth and professionalism shone through, making us feel at ease and genuinely cared for. Their creativity and attention to detail captured every special moment PERFECTLY, resulting in stunning photos that we will cherish forever. It was also really unique to have take home polaroids, film, and their turnaround time was unmatched in delivering our beautiful pictures. Their friendly and accommodating nature made the entire process smooth and enjoyable. We couldn't have asked for a better team to document our special day. Highly recommend Curious Courtneys Photographer for any occasion! Five stars all the way!
Olivia, 14 days ago
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Milestones Portraits

5.0

Meridian, ID
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hello. Congratulations on your engagement! My name is Amy, and I am a wedding photographer based in beautiful Meridian, Idaho. I am a very well-rounded photographer, with over 20 years of experience; however, my passion is photographing weddings and couples. I am eager to share your love story through the images we create. Besides photography, I love spending time with my family, friends, sharing a meal, having a laugh, lake time in the summer, and watching football in the fall.

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Super easy to work with, extremely polite! I would definitely recommend to anyone!
Sierra the Stylist, a year ago
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Morgan McCanne Photo

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I’m a small town girl living in the big city of San Diego. You know the saying, “Home is where the heart is?” For me it has two meanings. If home is a physical place, mine is the magical little town where I was born – Ojai, California. It is a place where people can breathe deep and feel the wholeness of their lives. It's a magical little valley of peace happiness. If home is truly where the heart is, then mine is my family. In 2016, I married my best friend and the father of our beautiful son and daughter. We are a squad of awesomeness and those three hold my heart in the palm of their hands.

Morgan is amazing! She is professional, super sweet, and a pleasure to work with. She was willing to help with anything to make the day go perfect-from fixing my lip liner to bustling my dress she is all hands on deck and makes it happen! Not to mention her photos are unreal!
Shawna Lopez M., 6 months ago
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Mayah Lee Photography

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Chicago Photographer focused on providing the best experience and creating your vision for you! I strive to provide my clients with a comfortable and fun experience during their sessions; capturing the authentic and candid moments. My focus is on you, always. Please opt to contact me on my site, thank you!

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Mayah was such a pleasure to work with! She was incredibly professional and sweet throughout - from the first point of contact to delivering the photos. She makes an effort to understand what is important for you to leave the day with and what feelings are important to capture. The day itself felt very comfortable as she is very easygoing and nice, as well as knows how to give directions of what to do to get the right poses. I love the natural but classic-chic vibe she has to her style.
Annie + T., 2 years ago
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Azaria Chavira Photography

5.0

Plumas Lake, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi! I’m Azaria. I am a Northern California-based Travel Wedding and Elopement photographer. How did I get here? I grew up in small-town Nebraska with a love for adventure and photography. I got to explore those passions when I got married, my husband joined the military, and we got stationed overseas. I used that opportunity to travel and see many countries. When we returned stateside, I pursued my passion for photography by getting my degree at Brooks Institute of Photography.

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Azaria is like the best friend photographer that every couple needs. Hands down I would hire Azaria again, she was able to handle the chaos of a large family while still being attentive to our needs as a couple while we were taking photos. She was not only a photographer, but an extra set of hands, she fit in like another family member, always willing to help. She helped me get dressed, made sure I was hydrated on the hike to the photoshoot location, and held my hand to make sure I never fell while in heels. I was completely comfortable and trusted her throughout the process to deliver seriously beautiful photos! I found Azaria super last minute, like less than 2 weeks out and she was so great and willing to make it work! She was communicative and super thoughtful about every little detail, giving us pointers and advice to make sure we could have the best possible outcome for an outdoor photoshoot in April. For those who are having multicultural weddings, or more culturally traditional weddings, Azaria is the perfect photographer for the occasion. She understood the importance of my culture's wedding process and clothing, and was extremely respectful and open-minded throughout. I highly recommend her for your next occasion!
May, a month ago
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Cass + Brad - CB Creative

5.0

Canal Winchester, OH
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hey There, We are Cass + Brad... best friends, parents, food addicts, and a husband + wife wedding photography + videography team. Our best days are spent in Columbus, Ohio, chasing our kids - Ryland(5) + Rowyn(1), dining in at Chick-fil-A, and endlessly scrolling Netflix.

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I love working with Cass Brad! Their seamless professionalism, creative flair, and genuine passion is evident every step of the way! This team captures every precious moment with stunning visuals that will absolutely exceed your expectation. You can expect clear communication, receptiveness to your ideas, and an unparalleled ability to capture genuine emotions. Highly recommend!
Heather Schoolcraft, 5 months ago
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H. Street Photography

5.0

Saint Paul, MN
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Your day should tell your unique story, and that will only happen if you feel comfortable being yourself! Starting with your complimentary engagement session, we'll work together to make sure you feel confident and relaxed, and most importantly HAVE FUN! Happiness looks amazing on everyone, and my style is centered around just that. If you're looking for joyful, genuine images that are as unique as you are, then you've come to the right place!

We worked with Hilary as the as our second shooter on our big day! We didn't know her beforehand, but she instantly won us over with her awesome skills and friendly personality. Hilary has a wonderful eye for detail. The pictures truly speak for themselves. Every time we look at them, we're reminded of the emotions and memories we felt on that special day. She's got the skills, the eye for detail, and an amazing personality to match. We're so grateful to have had her as part of our special day, and we'll cherish the memories she captured forever.
Bre, 4 months ago
Monica Salazar Photography

4.8

Dallas, TX
  • Classic style
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

LOVING, COMPASSIONATE, FRIENDLY, POSITIVE, HOPELESS ROMANTIC WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER BASED IN DALLAS, TX My photography style is a mix of candid and posed images. I prefer the candid moments, so it captures the true essence of the moment. I decided to pursue photography as a business in 2009 while planning our own wedding. I have photographed over 400 couple's stories from Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, Houston, Palm Springs, Temecula, Albuquerque, Mississippi, and beyond.

Monica is one of the sweetest photographers we have known. She goes above and beyond all expectations, keeps a smile on her face throughout and works great with her clients. Her images are breathtaking! Don't miss out on what she can offer you and your special moment!
Missy, 3 years ago
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Dani Marie Photography

5.0

Fort Atkinson, WI
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi! I'm Dani. Are you ready for a fun, unique experience that speaks to the connection between two people or love within a family? Then look no further than me! As a Wisconsin-based {traveling} wedding and family photographer, I am passionate about joyfully capturing every moment of your special day and making sure that it tells the story of who you are. My goal is to create imagery that evokes emotion, captures raw moments, and ultimately reflects the unique love between two people or a family. I believe in creating beautiful memories that will last a lifetime. So if you’re ready to celebrate life and make memories, let’s get started!

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Dani was our wedding photographer back in August 2021 and I only have great things to say about her! She was so accommodating to our requests and made the wedding photos a fun event! She's extremely personable-our whole wedding party felt so at ease with her. She was so lighthearted throughout the day but was also able to put people in their place (nicely) when needed. Our wedding photos turned out better than I could have imagined and I'm so glad that we went with Dani to capture our big day!
Tabitha and C., 2 years ago
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Dana Provo Photography, LLC

5.0

Chesterfield, VA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi! I'm Dana, your destination wedding photographer and I want to create beautiful images with you!  My idea of a perfect session, if there is one, would be candid, raw emotions. I want my clients to feel as passionate as I am when getting their picture taken. Whether you are sharing a plate of spaghetti with your partner, or renewing your vows on a mountain top, I want to capture those tiny special moments you have with someone else.

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Dana is such a compassionate and optimistic person to work with. She is always ready to hear about your ideas and inputs her suggestions in a loving professional way. I’ve truly enjoyed my time being able to work with Dana and providing beautiful photography work. Recommend her to anyone wanting a joyful adventure with their pictures! (:
Stephanie A., 2 years ago
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Focused On Life Photography

5.0

Eugene, OR
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi there! I'm Brayley, a full-time Traveling Wedding + Lifestyle Photographer who operates primarily in the Western United States, & I would LOVE to be your wedding photographer! 🫶🏼 I grew up & now live in the PNW with my loving spouse & our sweet pup, Forrest, but after doing my undergrad in AZ, I just knew I needed to spend at least part time there, too. I LOVE my work & am passionate about capturing life's precious milestones, & doing so in a way that feels natural & authentic to my clients. Although I love all photography, I specialize in wedding, lifestyle, & business photography with a natural, earthy, classic & candid style.

Brayley is absolutely amazing, and was so wonderful to work with! From one photographer to another, I highly recommend her! I had a wedding booked, and unfortunately had some things come up. It was only a few days before the wedding so I had to scramble to find a new photographer. I reached out to Brayley and she was more than willing to help me out. She was very communicative, professional, and reliable! The couple she photographed absolutely loved her and her work! They were extremely happy with the work she provided, and how smoothly she made the day go. After seeing the photos myself, Brayley absolutely outdid herself and provided top notch work! I highly recommend her for any of your photography needs!!
Maysie Britschgi, 4 months ago
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Give Photo + Film

5.0

Clarksville, MD
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,150
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

We're a photo + video team that’s here for all things love - documenting yours and sharing ours. Plus, we give 15% back to your favorite charity as a way to put a little love back into the world. So glad you're here!

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Josie was the one of best decisions we made for our wedding! She is incredibly kind, thoughtful, and thorough. She builds a relation with the couple so everyone is comfortable, and takes the time to get to know you. She asks for input each step of the way, and makes sure that the couples desired shots and ideas are clear to her. She kept us sane throughout the process, and took charge when needed. We are so thankful to have found a friend in her, and so blessed to have had her as our wedding photographer!
Verina and M., 2 years ago
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Tulsa Wedding Co.

5.0

Owasso, OK
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

In 2019, we started filming weddings for couples in 2023, we decided it was time to make it official! Storytelling, and telling your love story, is what we love to do. In the past (roughly) five years, we’ve had the opportunity to document close to 100 weddings. We love love and would adore to chat about your wedding and how we can document your special day! xoxo, your personal hype people

As a videographer, Tulsa Wedding Co. cares more about the couple than they do their profits. They are there to serve the couple however they need, directing people, moving chairs and creating stunning end products!
Jono Horry Productions, 4 months ago
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Timankov Photography

5.0

Bayonne, NJ
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Destination photography business based in New York City, serving clients in the surrounding areas and available for bookings nationwide. Works in the classical, candid and photojournalistic styles of photography.

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Igor is a pleasure to work with! He is very professional and offers great direction while posing for photos. We loved our wedding photos and highly recommend Timankov Photography.
Amanda R., 7 months ago
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Chris Arson Photography

5.0

Melrose, MA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hiring a Wedding Photographer is tough—I get it. You need someone who is experienced and professional enough to handle any situation. This could be a sudden downpour on your wedding day or seamlessly diffusing tense moments between separated parents during family portraits. Most importantly, they do this with grace, oftentimes without you even noticing. More importantly than the behind the scenes things, a great Wedding Photographer will handle the grandparents with charm and class, and be a little goofy with the kids to create timeless and authentic portraits of your most cherished people.

Having Chris do our wedding was literally fate. We found out two days before the wedding that the photographer we booked would not be available due to a family emergency. Luckily, he connected us with Chris, who immediately did a call with us the next morning (the day before our wedding). Chris had been given our engagement photos, so he had a sense for our style, and he walked us through the day and the information he needed. Most importantly to us was to have our photographer take charge, and keep our families on task, while paying attention to the details so we didn't have to. To say that Chris did that would be an understatement. He arrived at the hotel even earlier than we asked, and immediately brought positive energy into the space. Once we moved to the venue, he efficiently directed our very lively friends and family through all of the poses and photos we wanted without us needing to say a word. My wife and I were truly able to just enjoy the day, knowing we'd get everything we asked for. Chris edits all of his photos individually by hand so that we got only the best, and he truly captured the New England fall essence. Chris gets our highest recommendation and we feel so lucky that we got to work with him!
Cara H, 3 months ago
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Hillary Moore Photography

5.0

Denver, CO
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Have you ever looked at a photo that impacted you in a way that made you instantly feel an emotion of joy, or happiness? This is my goal for you. Hi, my name is Hillary; I’m a wedding photographer. I have 10 + years of experience documenting weddings throughout the U.S., it allows me to use an instinctive “sense of the moment” that is full of romantically authentic and spontaneous images.

Hillary was everything we could have asked for in our wedding and engagement photographer! We were extremely nervous about pictures as neither of us knew what to do nor did we have any ideas on poses. She directed us just enough to keep the pictures looking natural, like us truly, but also beautiful and relaxed. She would start to direct us and then praise us for just being ourselves which made us feel so comfortable and made the entire process fun, loving between us and an overall amazing experience. The end results are absolutely beautiful and we are extremely happy with her work!
Katie, a month ago
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Endless Autumn Photography

4.0

Rio Rancho, NM
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

HELLO, I'M KIERA. Mom of three. Avid traveler. Tattoo enthusiast. Coffee addict. Always laughing. What do you do when you feel called to something, but don't know where to begin? Take a leap in crazy faith, and trust that you're right where He called you to be. Spending time behind the lens allows me to capture so many special memories, while also living in my purpose. I can't wait to have you become a part of this journey, and hope these are memories you will cherish for a lifetime. Let's make your 'remember when' moment.

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Kiera with Endless Autumn Photography was amazing to work with! She was able to capture the most beautiful photographs of our wedding, and they are something I will cherish forever. She is so friendly, detailed, and easygoing. I could not have asked for a better photographer to capture our love!
Mariah, 2 years ago
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Athena Mishiyev Photography

5.0

Whittier, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I'm a born and raised Michigander living out my coastal dreams in Southern California. I've always been passionate about photography. I've been behind a camera since 2010! I love spending sunsets with my clients and capturing their love and joy. When I'm not behind the camera, you can find me exploring new restaurants, spending time with family and friends or curled up with my rescue pup, Huxley and a good book.

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Athena photographed our wedding for us and we cannot recommend her highly enough! Every aspect of the entire experience, from planning and booking all the way through the wedding and receiving our photo album -- everything was above and beyond our expectations. Athena is super professional but also extremely friendly and personable. She made us feel comfortable in front of the lens, and gave us all the right cues to get amazing photos. She walked us through what to expect from start to finish, helped us plan ahead to get exactly the photos we wanted, and coordinated with us on the day of the wedding to make sure everything went smoothly. We honestly could not have asked for more, and we are forever grateful to Athena for everything she did for us. We are hoping to convert Athena to a family photographer as well -- we would love to continue to have her shoot important life moments for us through the years. That's how much we loved working with her!
Jennifer W., 3 years ago
Studio Twelve:52

5.0

Rosemount, MN
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Kasey + Tyler Rajotte | Co-Head Photographers / Wife + Husband / Dog Parents | With over 14 years of experience snapping the special moments - from happy tears to the questionable dance moves - we know what makes our couples click. // TIMELESS TRUE-COLOR IMAGES FOR THE MADLY IN LOVE. // AWARD-WINNING FINE ART + DOCUMENTARY-STYLE WEDDING + LIFESTYLE SESSION PHOTOGRAPHERS SERVING MINNESOTA (AND BEYOND). [ All-inclusive options available for anywhere within the contiguous United States. // Custom international quotes are available upon request as well. Where are we headed!? ]]

Kasey and Tyler are seriously the best. They put their heart and soul into everything and really cater to every clients needs. They go above and beyond for their clients and have the most amazing hearts. As a videographer who works with them sometimes, it's nice to have a photography company who treats us as equals and understands that we have a job to do as well. They don't overstep boundaries and are in constant communication with us making sure we are all on the same page when it comes to certain parts of the day. We love working with Studio Twelve :52 and will recommend them to our clients who are in search of the most amazing photographers!
Kelly Schommer, 4 years ago
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Hannah Forsberg | Fine Art Wedding Photographer

5.0

Kennesaw, GA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hannah was born to two people whom she's never met. She was born without a name, without a birthdate, and placed in an orphanage in China. Her journey into photography began with the resolve to honor the unknown history and heritage of the past. Preserving the stories that shape families and those in it has become her life's work. Over the last decade, Hannah has honed her expertise to destination celebrations, traveling to document couples all over the US. She is recognized in nation-wide publications such as BRIDES, Martha Stewart Weddings, Pottery Barn, and more.

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Hannah was the wedding photographer of my dreams! She is so attentive to detail, and she is so organized. She did a lot of research beforehand into my preferences, what were important and memorable items to me, about my family, and who my husband and I are as a couple. She knew that me and my mom are artists and incorporated our art into my wedding photos, which was such a special surprise to me. She herself is an artistic genius and her photographs were more beautiful than I could have imagined. She truly captured the emotions and feelings of the day in her photographs, all done with such a great artistic eye. We had formal portraits but I did not feel like we spent hours taking formal pictures. Hannah also has the kindest heart and such a positive spirit which was such a wonderful presence on our wedding day. We also were so lucky to have her husband as our second photographer. They both truly care about their clients and worked so hard to capture every perfect moment on our wedding day. We will cherish our photographs for a lifetime. I truly cannot be any more grateful that we had Hannah and her husband Corey as our wedding photographers!
Gabrielle G., a year ago
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Helena Wong Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $7,200
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

My name is Helena, pronounced Ha-Leen-nuh (don't worry I get it all the time haha) I am a San Francisco native and ex-Silicon Valley techie who decided to take leap of faith (during the pandemic) to pursue my dreams of being a full-time Wedding Photographer. This journey has been SO wild, but I don't regret a minute of it. When you hire me, you hire not only a photographer, but a planner and a cheerleader as well ;) If you like dogs or cats, coffee (oat milk lattes FTW), thriving plants, outdoor adventures, dancing, and sunsets, I think we'll get along great ;)

Helena skillfully captured our most joyous and precious moments of our wedding day. She was everything we wished for in a wedding photographer and more! A unique vision. On multiple occasions, Helena would excitedly pose us in a certain position or she would run up some stairs to capture a certain angle. I knew I was watching an artist in her element. She is so stunningly creative in her use of the environment. My favorite example of this was when Helena had a whimsical idea to use the afternoon light through the window to cast a silhouette of us on the wall. The shot left us in awe. It is one of my favorites! The right time and place. Helena has a unique way of knowing what might happen next so she can position herself to capture subtle and sweet moments. For example, during the reception, right after we made our toast to all our guests, I sat back down next to my Mom who then leaned in for a quick hug and a kiss. I barely remembered it (was starving and a bit tipsy). Imagine my delight to find that precious little memory captured in the sneak peaks we received shortly after! I still can't believe Helena captured that. It's one of those "is someone cutting onions?" pictures that I will cherish. A friend. Helena made us feel at ease and comfortable throughout our three sessions: the ceremony, welcome party, and the reception. All our friends enjoyed their time meeting Helena and complimented her on her creativity (we heard all the ooh's and ah's as Helena was posing us). When we were posing with our parents who weren't very fluent in English, Helena spoke in Chinese to help direct them as well. Towards the end of our reception, we had to make sure we had a photo together so we can remember what a special part she had. We felt she went "above and beyond" for us. Helena is simply amazing. Hire her.
Michael G., 5 months ago
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Photography by Aubrey Rae

5.0

Winchester, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I'm Aubrey Rae, a natural light wedding and portrait photographer located in Temecula and serving the Southern California area. I create vibrant and elegant photography for couples who value timeless images.

Everything about her style and approach just makes you feel at ease... like you've known her all your life! You can see her personality reflected in how comfortable her clients look in her photos with all the genuine smiles she captures. From working with bridal couples on their special day to families with littles, Aubrey really has a great eye for capturing the perfect moments! I would happily work with her again! 10/10 Recommend!
Vanessa Narvios, 3 months ago
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Magic Moments Media

5.0

Hermiston, OR
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I am so thrilled to be your photographer and to have the privilege to capture these magical moments in life with you. Together, we will create a collection of images that will serve as a testament to the beauty and joy in your life, allowing you to relive those cherished memories for years to come. My goal is to create images that take you back to those cherished moments, evoking the same emotions and memories every time you look at them.

As a videographer I work with lots of photographers on weddings. Haili was a delight to work with and has a great eye for photography. Go reach out to her if you’re looking for a photographer!
Jack Hannan, 8 days ago
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Cayleigh Ely Photography

5.0

Chapel Hill, TN
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I love mexican food, cats (and dogs!), and iced coffee. Books are my best friends, and I also double as a yoga teacher when I'm not doing photography related things. I have a weird obsession with fuzzy socks and I prefer movies over TV shows. Now on to the typical things you want to know about my journey in photography...I got my first camera in 2009 and basically haven't put it down since! I studied photography at Savannah College of Art and Design and started my freelance photography career when I graduated in 2016!

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If I had to describe Cayleigh in one word, it would be fantastic! When I was look for a photographer I really wanted someone who would mesh well with my husband as he is not very photogenic, or should I say camera shy. Cayleigh worked very well with him and got him to come out of his shell! We did and Engagement shoot, 10 hours for our wedding, and will be doing some maternity photos here in a couple months as well! If you are looking for someone who is friendly, and gets creative with any type of person she is your girl!
Morgan L., 7 months ago
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Evie Jill Photography

5.0

Georgetown, IN
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi there, I am Evie the Lead Photographer at Evie Jill Photography. My passion for preserving memories led me to Wedding Photography by chance and I have been in love ever since. I am located in Southern Indiana but I love an adventure and I love to travel.

Evie was so sweet and professional, she made both my husband and I very comfortable and helped guide us on what poses to do. The pictures came out great!
Brianna Kays , 2 months ago
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Salt and Ivy Photography

5.0

Fort Myers, FL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

SWFL based husband and wife team who love to story tell with authentic and emotive imagery. We have been in business for over 10+ years and have traveled all over to document love. Each wedding for us is a brand new experience, and we treat each couple like they are our own friends. We understand that this is a huge investment not only financially but emotionally - so we put in every bit of effort to make sure you get exactly what you wanted.

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I cannot recommend Amanda/Salt Ivy Photography enough. When choosing a photographer for our wedding and for our post-wedding mountaintop shoot (instead of an engagement photoshoot), we wanted a photographer who had a unique artistic vision who produced dynamic and emotional shots. We wanted photography that really stood out and was not the run of the mill wedding photography. Most of all, we wanted photography that captured the authentic emotional connection we have and the incredible energy of our big day. When I saw Amanda's work, I knew she was the one. Not only was her work absolutely STUNNING, but she was incredible to work with. We had to change our wedding date 3 total times due to Covid... and even moved it out of state halfway through... Amanda was always flexible, understanding, accommodating and encouraging. The day of the wedding she was calm, loving, fun, and her energy really made the day even more special. Our post-wedding hike/photoshoot the next day was one of the most enjoyable parts of our entire wedding experience. Amanda is not only a phenomenal photographer and artist, but an even better human. 10000000000000/10 recommend.
Samantha T., 6 months ago
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Can Burak Bizer | Wedding Photography NYC

5.0

New York, NY
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Your wedding photographer, Can Burak Bizer | Wedding Photography + Wedding Video Production is New York based wedding photographer and wedding videographer. For your wedding photoshoot, we are available worldwide. Can Burak Bizer is award winning wedding photographer and internationally published wedding photographer - with 100+ international awards and 200+ international publications. Our wedding photography work is known for classic wedding photography and editorial wedding photography styles, on location. Our expertise includes destination wedding photography, such as wedding photography in Europe, Seychelles, Maldives, Bali, etc.

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I usually don't like giving reviews for products or services, but because I had a really good experience with Can and his team, I felt I should write down what I think. His team blended so well into our ceremony that I even forgot his presence - believe me this is important when you're trying to organize hundred different things. And in the end the photos came out amazing, for which I'm very grateful. Super friendly, and professional service. I highly recommend his team.
Nilgun, 2 years ago
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The Iris Image

5.0

Las Vegas, NV
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi there! We are Cassie and Arthur West, the artists behind The Iris Image. Our passion is chasing captivating and romantic love stories around the globe. Through the art of photography and filmmaking, our forté is bringing your visions and dreams to life. We love people and we love getting to share these incredibly special life moments with our clients. Expressing our creativity in these moments sets our souls on fire and inspires us to bring to life art our client’s will cherish forever. Something that started as a hobby has turned into a dream career and each wedding day we share with an amazing couple is truly treasured!

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Working with this team of amazing and personable professionals was one of the best experiences of my wedding. They were both helpful, accommodating, professional, punctual and gracious. They handled unforeseen circumstances with grace and the photos turned out to be phenomenal in quality and editing. I will be sure to book them again for any future photo/video needs and you should too!
Alexandria G., a year ago
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BEN WAGNER PHOTOGRAPHY

5.0

Bristol, CT
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I am based out of Connecticut + New England but also travel for destination weddings. I am passionate about creating long lasting memories with my clients. I love to travel (15+ countries and counting!), discover new places and meet new people. Fun fact: I'm a french citizen that moved to the United States in 2016.

From the first meeting with Ben, we knew we were in great hands. He not only answered each question that came to mind, but he also asked us questions to ensure he knew what mattered most to us. Ben is a truly fantastic photographer with an eye for great shots. He works with you on your wedding day to make it feel like he’s uniquely capturing YOUR day!
Jessica L., 2 years ago
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Anna Kathryn Photography LLC

5.0

Waco, TX
  • Classic style
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I am ALL about the vintage vibes when it comes to my style, music, and all my most favorite things. I’m so drawn to capturing that nostalgia when I’m editing and photographing you. Vintage, always brings to mind timeless, carefree, intimate and romantic love. That is, an intimacy fully centered around how you truly feel about each other. Showing you exactly what I see behind the camera - that’s one of my very favorite parts of this job. Alllll the love and beauty you emanate.

Anna was great and we were so grateful to have her at the wedding. I get nervous when taking photos but she was able to help me feel comfortable. It was great having her there on a potentially stressful day! The photos we have from the wedding were nothing short of beautiful.
Jessamyn C., 24 days ago
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Blackcap Photography

5.0

Adel, IA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I am lucky; I get to do what I love for a living, have a ton of fun doing it, and meet a lot of great people along the way. It's a bonus that I get to also travel a lot for it as well. I hope to always bring that enthusiasm and fun to every wedding as well. I tell myself before every wedding to treat it like it was my very first. I do only weddings, and I only do 30 per year. This lets me focus on my couples and their weddings, and to tell their stories completely. Over 400 weddings spanning 12+ years. And I have never missed a one. Not even late. I may not take myself too seriously, but I take my commitment to my couple seriously.

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Cody is very personable, accommodating and enthusiastic. His ability to see a vision and capture through his lens is second to none. Having watched him work with hundreds of brides and seeing the results you know he is a true artist. All of his positive attributes made it a simple decision to utilize his talents for our family photos. We unequivocally support Cody and are confident he will capture your special moments.
Barnes’ Place, LLC., 5 months ago
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Emilee Meador Photography

5.0

Decorah, IA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,295
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I love a good love story. There’s nothing I enjoy more than photographing the kind of love that sets the soul on fire. Or capturing the excitement that comes from saying ‘yes’ to forever with your best friend. I’m empowered by the couples who are passionate about life but don’t take it too seriously. The ones who crave adventure and aren’t afraid to blaze their own trail. Who value connection and intentional conversation while making the time and space in their relationship to grow in love and as individuals.

There are not enough words to express how grateful we are that Emilee and Dan were a part of our wedding day. When searching for vendors to work with, my goal was to find people who would support a calm, grounded, flexible wedding day. With Emilee I hit the absolute jackpot. Her and Dan took the time to get to know us, to understand our values, personality and vision to collaborate on capturing a deeply personal experience. My husband and I are not fans of stiff, posed or inorganic photos on our wedding day, but instead wanted to capture who we are and our community. Emilee's approach did exactly that. She is flexible, willing to pivot at any moment and had amazing ideas from the start of our engagement shoot. Neither my husband and I are very comfortable being photographed and she immediately put us at ease. Emilee QUICKLY sent us 30 photos from our wedding as a sneak preview of our gallery and we instantly fell in love with every single one. We had so many friends reach out to us telling us how much they loved our photos and several people asked how they could reach Emilee for their own wedding day! We cannot wait to see our whole gallery. Please book Emilee you will not be disappointed!
Ellie P., 3 months ago
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Amanda Brooke Photos

5.0

Caldwell, ID
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hey there!! I am an adventure seeker who has a passion for capturing the wildly in love couples! No matter where you are or where you want to go! I am SO there! I love being able to tell your story and show everyone the love you have for each other! Not only do I promise to give you an outstanding experience but I promise you will always have a friend in me for life! So lets do this!! I cannot wait to meet you! Xo -Amanda

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Oh my goodness we had so much fun during our engagement photos, Amanda was so easy to work with and made us feel so relaxed. I love how every photo turned out! She has an amazing turn around time and made sure we had a sneak peek almost immediately! Thank you so much for making everything about this experience amazing!
Taylor, 2 years ago
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Destiny Nicole Photography

5.0

Tulsa, OK
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hello! My name is Destiny, and I love to have a focus on authenticity and joy on your wedding day. I am crazy passionate about my work and have been in the biz the last seven years! I have a huge love for coffee, people, and hiking. I'm here for you and your forever.

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Working with Destiny was a great experience! She is energetic and kind, and it is obvious that her main goal is to bless others through her talent. Her editing aesthetic is dreamy and we LOVED our wedding album. The wedding didn’t go as planned, as it rained after the ceremony, and the situation made it hard to take photos with those who left early. However, considering the circumstances, Destiny was swift and eager to help us get as many family photos as possible. The pictures we received in our album were absolutely stunning! :)
Bethany B., a year ago
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ANNA SHASTIE PHOTO

5.0

Orlando, FL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

My portfolio is a canvas that dances with diversity – a rich tapestry woven from both film and digital techniques. Embracing new trends and technologies, I blend the nostalgic allure of film with the precision of digital artistry, resulting in a mesmerizing fusion that speaks to the modern soul. Whether it's the classic charm of analog or the cutting-edge allure of pixels, my work resonates with a richness that only true connoisseurs can appreciate.

I worked with Anna more than once and she always happy, friendly and professional. Her attention to details is crazy! Photos are always great and true to color! Love her work!
Courtney _Flowers, 2 months ago
Carmela Joy Photography

5.0

Glendale, AZ
  • Classic style
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I’m Carmela, a wedding photographer based in Arizona but will travel anywhere for love! I am married to my sweet husband and we are parents to two of the most adorable dogs that we rescued. I am a lover of all things outdoorsy and get fueled and inspired by beautiful desert sunsets, windy mountain tops, and that fresh forest air. I feel so blessed to be able to travel as a full time photographer to breathtaking destinations for weddings and elopements. I have had the wonderful opportunity to meet and become great friends with many AMAZING people along the way and hope to be able to meet YOU and hear your story. Let’s adventure together!

Carmela is not only an amazing photographer and super sweet person, her wedding planning experience makes her the perfect person to have along capturing your wedding day adventures! Her middle name is the most fitting because she fills every celebration she captures with JOY. She puts her couples at ease with all of her experience and calm demeanor. She is kind and professional, and her photography is gorgeous. She will go to great lengths to make your day special. A stellar pick for your wedding day!
Allison of Array Design, 4 years ago
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Have Some Patience Photography

5.0

Knoxville, TN
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi! I’m Patience! Thank you for checking out my portfolio! I am a destination photographer specializing in weddings and life events. I’m originally from Africa and a hopeless romantic who loves love. I am here to help you turn your vision into reality the way you want it no matter where it takes place.

If you’re looking for someone who will get the job done and go above and beyond, Patty is the one. She has a keen eye for detail and not to mention, her editing is close to true to color and is not over saturated. I absolutely love light and airy. I hired Patty because her photos were amazing! Can I say magazine worthy? Not only that, I have a tan complexion and my husband is white, I needed someone who could capture and edit both our skin tones the right way, which I feel like is hard for a lot of photographers. I’m so happy I didn’t turn out look orange or yellow. She definitely has a diverse portfolio which drew me in. Also, as a seasoned wedding professional myself, I can say Patty is very dedicated to making sure you get everything you asked for. She executes seamlessly, no doubt! Not to mention she’s so fun to be around, which is a bonus!!
Hazel + M., 6 months ago
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Northwest Hearts Photography

5.0

Corvallis, OR
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $950
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi! It's so nice to meet you! I live in Oregon with my husband and our two cats Clara & Leonardo. We love exploring the Pacific Northwest, but we've also been able to travel throughout the states and overseas.

Naomi made my elopement such a great experience! Both my husband and I are very camera shy and we felt so comfortable and relaxed with Naomi. She gave us lots of direction where we needed (as requested) and got so many WONDERFUL candid shots. She’ll be shooting our reception in the fall and I can’t wait to see what pictures we get back after. Highly recommend!!!
Michaela and K., a month ago
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Ryan Wolf Photography

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,475
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hello, my name is Ryan Wolf, and I'm here to provide you with exceptional photography services tailored to your specific needs! With over six years of experience in the field, I have had the privilege of working across various domains. From collaborating with marketing and advertising companies to capturing unforgettable moments at weddings, graduating seniors, couple shoots, engagements, and even headshots, my diverse portfolio reflects my versatility and passion for photography

We recently had the pleasure of working with Ryan for our wedding, and we couldn't be happier with the experience and the results. From start to finish, Ryan was professional, attentive, and incredibly talented. On the day of the wedding, he was punctual and seamlessly blended into the event, capturing every special moment without ever feeling intrusive. Ryan has a keen eye for detail and a unique ability to capture the emotions and essence of the day. The final photos were absolutely stunning and beautifully edited. Each picture tells a story, and we will treasure these memories forever. We received countless compliments from friends and family about how gorgeous the photos turned out. We highly recommend Ryan to anyone in need of a skilled and passionate photographer. Thank you, Ryan, for making our wedding day so memorable with your amazing work!
Monique L., 3 days ago
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Exposure Creative Side

5.0

El Paso, TX
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I married my husband the day I met him & I’m thankful to say that he’s still my favorite person after all these years of marriage! As you can imagine, it was a non-traditional wedding! I have a passion for connecting with others and that is why I cherish being a photographer. I love sharing the stories behind the I Do's. I have taken part in over 40 weddings all over West Texas and California, and I can't wait to be a part of yours next!

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Although I was unaware i was getting proposed to, we were so glad we had a professional there to capture our special day! We truly appreciate you!!!
Veronica N., 2 years ago
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Paper Birch Collective

5.0

Irvine, CA
  • Classic style
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Our photography team is based in beautiful Orange County, California. It is our goal to provide not just a professional image, but an experience to remember. It is our belief that every photoshoot, whether it be a family, wedding, or engagement photoshoot, should be a memorable and fun experience for everyone. When shooting your event, we will bring out all of the emotion, laughter, expression, and love in you with each and every photo. We strive to capture moments that cannot be replicated, while also hoping to connect with our clients on a deeper level than just for work.

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We were really happy to work with Norbert, he was always responsive, flexible and very attentive to our questions. He was very professional and friendly to us at all times. Plus, he gave us some great recommendations around the area that we hadn't even heard of! We have never really had pictures taken of us before in a romantic setting by a professional before, that alone was pretty intimidating for us. Norbert made the entire photo experience a lot less intimidating for us to go through, the pictures came out perfect in the end! Overall, we had a great experience and will definitely recommend him to anyone marrying in the future in need of a photographer.
Andy and M., 2 years ago
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Wildwood Studios - Photo & Film

5.0

Lewiston, ME
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

We aren't just the professionals your hire to click the button on the camera. We are your hype people, your best friends, and overall must-have vendor. Aside from capture the big and small moments and details of your day we are often jumping in to lend a hand with rallying people for photos, fetching water to keep you hydrated, pinning on the boutonnières, clasping your shoes and bustling your dress.

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I would think that the pictures tend to speak for themselves but Stephanie was the perfect choice to capture our special day. She’s good at what she does, very professional and kind while also so so fun! And of course the pictures are AMAZING. You won’t regret your choice, trust me!!
Julie, 6 months ago
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CNK Photography

5.0

Bloomington, MN
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Being part of my clients story, is where I have found my calling. Capturing moments in your life, freezing those memories, and making them stay alive each time you look at your photos, is truly what makes my time rewarding. There are never too many questions or emails, because everything I provide for you should be exactly as you envision, but better.

If you are looking for someone to put their heart and soul into taking the most breathtaking photos of your big day, look no further!! CNK Photography is who you want! I loved to see how much care she took in taking the pictures that the couple wanted, kept the day flowing and also was so calm and fun! I 100% recommend CNK Photography to all of my friends and family!
Meghan Carstensen, 2 years ago
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Melissa Rodriguez Photography

5.0

Duarte, CA
  • Classic style
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hello! I'm Melissa, a passionate wedding photographer. With a love for storytelling and capturing authentic moments; I'll document your love story in a way that's uniquely you. I believe that photos are more than just images; they're memories that you'll treasure forever. Let's create some magic together!

Melissa was so sweet from the beginning, and extremely professional. The communication was great and she took beautiful photos of our courthouse wedding (and they were ready the NEXT day)!! We would absolutely recommend working with her.
M + T., 2 years ago
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Nicole Reyes Photography

5.0

Chula Vista, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

As each year passes I am more and more convinced that LOVE is truly all that really matters. Family, friends, and fur-babies all need to be given our hearts. That is how we look at our business as well. Our goal is to make you feel at home, to be as comfortable as possible, and to enjoy every moment of your photographic experience with us. Our goal is to create beautiful, joy-filled, authentic, and timeless images you will enjoy for a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
I'm a florist.. and I have been working with Nicole for years, for weddings and personal photos. I love working with her, always so professional in everything she does, attention to detail always. I highly recommend her for any kind of photo galleries.
Kolibri Flower Lab, 7 months ago
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Kenessey Studios

5.0

Saint Louis, MO
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Kenessey Studios is a mid to high end wedding & portrait photographer based in St. Louis MO. We have been working in the St. Louis area for several years now and really enjoy the people and venues in the area. Our style of shooting is a mixture of candid and posed shots that I think covers the bases for a large percentage of clients.

We're happy to write this recommendation for Shawn Kenessey Photography!!! He went above and beyond on our wedding day and delivered our pictures and album on time and beautifully packaged. The pictures were just perfect! We couldn't be happier and we highly recommend Shawn to any couples looking for a great photographer.
Melanie and C., 4 years ago
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Destini Rae Photography

5.0

Puyallup, WA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

If you want to blissfully enjoy your big day without worrying about moments you might miss - I’m your girl. Capturing the candids and in-betweens, and keeping you on cloud nine, all while bouncing around like a ball of energy!

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Destini is such a kind and fun photographer. She treats all her clients like friends and genuinely cares for all of them. Her big heart and spunky personality really makes taking photos with her feel so smooth and easy. She lets everyone around her feel comfortable to be totally and completely themselves. I love that about her.
Shots By Ashley, 8 months ago
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Forevermore by Nancy

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hey, hi, hello! My name is Nancy Chhin, I’m a wedding and elopement photographer based in Portland, Oregon. I grew up in Southern California, I visited Oregon once and fell in love! I’m totally a kid at heart, so much so that I still have a giant stuffed shark on my bed and my favorite food will forever be cheesy fries. I’m the type of person that will say hello to every dog I meet on the street and freak out when I see a dog hanging their head out of their persons car or when I see cows grazing while driving down the backroads. I'm a huge lover of the outdoors and quiet mornings with a huge cup of coffee and reading on the balcony.

Nancy was so great to work with! I was on the search for a photographer style just like hers and was so happy to find her. Her photography skills did not disappoint and her friendly personality was key in helping us feel comfortable in front of the camera.
Stephanie R., 9 months ago
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Jovan Kiah & Co Photography

5.0

Avon, IN
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Jovan Kiah & Co Photography is a creative company celebrating moments & memories. Specializing in families, maternity, couples & wedding photography. Located in Indianapolis, IN, serving surrounding areas and beyond.

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Jovan was everything we wanted!! Great to work with, very professional since day one, she explained everything very well, took care of every little detail to make our wedding day a dream. She’s very passionate about her job and I think that makes the difference, everyone at our wedding saw how incredible she is and how hard she worked to capture our most valuable memories, we’re more that thankful and 0 regrets, EVERYTHING WAS PERFECT!!
Oriana, a year ago
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Photoflood Studio ✌

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Courtney & Jackson are wedding, elopement & family photographers based in San Francisco, California but available for travel worldwide. We go wherever love takes you. Photoflood Studio is a wife + husband team from San Francisco, California. We are wedding photographers servicing NorCal to SoCal and beyond. Photoflood Studio specializes in wedding, engagement, and family photography. We aim to photograph life + love through an honest documentary approach. Our wedding, engagement and family photography is inspired by the beautiful wilderness, the culture of our coastal cities, and wherever you call home.

Courtney and Jackson of Photoflood Studios changed our entire wedding experience for the best, and we couldn't be more thankful that we selected them as our photographers. When we started the wedding planning process, it was overwhelming and a little intimidating, especially when we started looking at vendor prices. My husband and I both knew that we wanted to spend the money on a quality photographer because the photos are something we will have forever. When we started browsing, we didn't feel connected to anyone's work until we saw C+J's website. I instantly knew that this is who I wanted, and it didn't take much convincing to get my husband on board. It felt SO good to check photographer off our list early in the game. One thing I loved was that Courtney met us in person to discuss our visions and just to get to know each other before we committed to a contract (it's a big commitment, people!). I emailed her within 48 hours that we wanted to work together, and the rest is history. My husband and I decided we could not afford a videographer, so instead we knew we wanted two photographers. BEST. DECISION. EVER. Courtney and Jackson handled our engagement session and wedding day so seamlessly, it was like they'd been taking our pictures our whole lives! And, we had never had professional pictures taken before! But, I read online that engagement photos are a good warmup and practice for wedding pictures (highly recommend engagement pictures for anyone who is unsure). These two are the epitome of a dream team. We were nervous for our engagement pictures, but they made us feel so comfortable and confident. They also took the time to go to the wedding venue ahead of time and scope out some great locations for our bridal party and newly wed shots. C+J were HUGE proponents to making our wedding day a success. They transformed into photographer/time keepers/event planners - I think they are super heroes!!! Our wedding experience was so flawless with them capturing our special day. We requested a "mega selfie" with us and all our guests, and they made that happen! We snuck off during dinner for the sunset newly wed shots, and they personally drove us around chasing the sunset. It's inexplicable how wonderful these people are. They are so much more than talented photographers, and we are so fortunate to now call them friends. Something else that was really important is that even with all of their photoshoots and other clients, Courtney ALWAYS responded to my emails in a timely manner. She was so on it, and that made me feel really valued and heard. I appreciated that so much, because I was a nervous bride who didn't know what I was getting into. The fact that I always got an email response in a timely fashion was huge brownie points in my book. AND, they send you sneak peeks!! Literally the day after our engagement shoot and wedding day, they sent us a bunch of sneak peeks! There is literally nothing better than getting a taste of your special memories to hold you over until the full gallery is ready. If you are on the fence about photographers, know that your time with C+J of Photoflood Studios will be one of the best parts of your wedding. They want to capture you and your partner as you are, and will never make you feel posed, uncomfortable, or phony. I could write a book about these two and how incredible they made our wedding day. But I'll stop here and just make one final point: Hire them....You will not regret it!!!
Kaitlyn + B., 4 years ago
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Tori Stanton Photography

5.0

Wellington, NV
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi there, I'm Tori! I'm a photographer based in Gardnerville, NV just South of Lake Tahoe, and I love adventures. You want to go for a hike around Emerald Bay, go off-roading at Moon Rocks, or have your photos taken on a helicopter overlooking Reno I'm your girl.

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Tori is AMAZING! Not only have I worked with her on events doing hair, I have also been in front of the camera. She is so comfortable to be around and guides you with ease to achieve the perfect picture. For those who are not comfortable in front of the camera, (like me) Tori is so easy to be with, I promise you will not have to fake a smile around her! While working an event with Tori I saw her to be very organized and her eye for placement of decor is so creative and imaginative, making a very magical moment. Tori is always prepared for whatever you throw at her, you have ideas with props, she probably has them, or is willing to get them! There are not enough praises I can give Tori she is an all around great person to be around and work with!
Nina Potter, 2 years ago
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Jada Abigail Photos

5.0

Cleveland, TN
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I am your intimate wedding and elopement photographer based out of Chattanooga, TN but traveling all over to tell the story of your love. With a playful and candid style, I promise to capture your love in a joyful and childlike way. My photography style is authentic, adventurous, candid, childlike, and joyful. I am the photographer for the lovers who wild, free, and childlike at heart. For the ones who are playful, open to laughing till crying, and willing to simply have fun together. If you are searching for full of joy, wild, and fun photographer, look no further.

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We had a great experience with Jada! Thank you for all your hard work! Not only did you come prepared with ideas of how to capture our special day, but you brought warmth, authenticity, and patience to our entire wedding party. We could not have asked for a better photographer! Thank you for your flexibility and attention to detail. We are grateful to be able to share these memories for the years to come.
Trinity L., 2 years ago
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Kate Waterman Rose Photography

5.0

Oakland, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Wedding photography for unconventional people. At the core of my practice as a wedding photographer, I believe: - that if your wedding traditions are not authentic and meaningful to you, then you deserve the freedom to build new traditions. - that men, women, and people of all genders are beautiful and deserve to have that beauty celebrated. - that we are most beautiful when we love fully and without reserve. - that no wedding or elopement is too small to commemorate. - that photographs are the record of memory and of personal history. - that you deserve to remember this.

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Kate's an excellent photographer. She has a real knack for making her photos feel magical—something about how she works with light, how she's able to capture the glamorous side of everyone. She did a lovely job with our wedding photos, and was friendly and helpful through the whole process—I can't recommend her enough.
Kevin V., 2 years ago
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Adrienne Gunde Photography

5.0

Torrance, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi! I’m Adrienne Gunde and I'm a Los Angeles wedding photographer focused on creating artful, romantic images. My style consists of dreamy, light-filled images with a touch of whimsy - and combines the balance of candid moments of your day + beautiful modern portraits.

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Adrienne photographed my wedding 10 years ago and since then, 2 maternity shoots, a newborn shoot and a family shoot. I keep going back to her because she's a breeze to work with (you hardly notice she's there). She somehow makes both my kids and husband smile and all of her photos are incredible. I'm already planning another family session with her for the fall.
Sarah K., 2 years ago
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Erin Wiese Photo

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I’m Erin Wiese, a Southern California/Texas based photographer who’s obsessed with storytelling for the wildly in love and the adventurous at heart. Photography has been my means of expression since the age of sixteen when I received my first camera. Most days you can find me taking pictures of humans in love, going on walks during golden hour, exploring new places, listening to true crime podcasts, and petting alllllll the dogs. I'm here to make you feel loved, seen, laugh + have a good freaking time. I can’t wait to meet you and hear your story!

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Erin was super sweet to work with. She was able to keep on schedule and move through family photos quickly. She has a great attention to detail and is very professional. I hope to work with Erin again soon!
Mellie Bee Events, 2 years ago
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Pure Images Photography & Videography

5.0

Murrieta, CA
  • Classic style
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Welcome. I have been photographing brides for the last 15 years. I love being able to tell the story of the couple's love throughout the day. The little intimate moments are super important for me to catch. I love capturing the excitement as well but nothing compares to a sweet tender moment between a groom and his bride. Pushing a tendril of hair out of her face, smiling seeing her walking down the aisle, a single tear during the vows.

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Our wedding was kind of crazy. Crystal seemed to sense I felt out of sorts and it’s like she took the reins of my happiness. She was offering to help me grab something to eat, she helped my grandma get into her dress when she was struggling a bit, she got on the phone and gave directions to the cake deliverer. She went above beyond to make my day amazing. I am so grateful for her and of course our pictures are gorgeous!
Rayleen M., 2 years ago
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Lost Pines Photography

5.0

Smithville, TX
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I'm Marissa, an Austin-based + Destination Wedding and Elopement Photographer. I have been the bride, and know how truly important those timeless photos are. For generations, these photos will live on. I enjoy warm tones while keeping the colors true.

I love how easy it was to work with Marissa. She guided us and made us feel comfortable. Communication skills 10/10 We LOVED our photos! Engagement session wedding!
Lineth + I., 4 months ago
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Maddie Shea Photography

5.0

Lake Cormorant, MS
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi beautiful people, I'm Maddie! Based out of North MS I DO TRAVEL! I would love to work with you. I am so passionate about creating images that express each and every raw emotion between you. I am living my dream job. I am 26 years old, I have a wonderful husband ,and 2 beautiful children. I love all things animal & traveling. Please reach out if you have any questions. I look forward to hearing from you and working with you.

My husband and I got married in November 2022 in Gatlinburg, TN in the mountains. Maddie traveled over 7 hours from North Mississippi to take the pictures of our dreams! She made the experience so fun and laid back. She captured the authenticity of our intimate wedding with our friends and family. We could not recommend her enough!! Will most definitely be using Maddie Shea Photography in the future!
Ashlyn V., 4 months ago
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Dani Rawson Photography

5.0

South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

*** Please reach out via my website's contact form!! It's the best way to ensure I get to your inquiry!*** Capturing the madly in love is my what sets my soul on fire! It doesn't matter who you love or how y'all express your love, however love is showing up for you — I'm here to document it! Telling love stories is my favorite thing in the whole wide world (outside of snuggin' on dogs) and I'm so freaking lucky that I get to call this my job. If you're looking for a girl who's going to be your No.1 hype woman, capture real & authentic emotion, and always have snacks on deck-- then you've found her. When I say I've got you, trust me, I do.

After doing an amazing job with our engagement photos in Lake Tahoe, we hired Dani to photograph our wedding in the bay area. The photos turned out stunning and they were all that we hoped for and more! Besides being an amazing photographer, Dani is a great person who is a joy to spend time with. She goes above and beyond, helping with vendor recommendations and providing wedding advice. We also woke up the morning after our wedding to some super early sneak peaks, which was so amazing to have some beautiful photos to share with people immediately and relive the moment. Do not hesitate to hire Dani, she's the best!
Hailey B., 4 months ago
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Talley Arce Photography

5.0

Chino Valley, AZ
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hello! With over 12 years of experience behind the lens, my passion lies in capturing those truly priceless and unforgettable moments that hold immense significance in your life. It fills my heart with joy to be able to document those special occasions that you've been eagerly anticipating for so long. I am genuinely excited to collaborate with you, standing side by side, to bring your dream to life and create everlasting memories that will make your heart sing with happiness.

Talley made sure she guided us thru portraits as well as capturing special moments. On our wedding day I didn’t have the capacity to think about pics and Talley made sure we preserved our memories. Awesome job!
Brian and A., a year ago
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Kim Hymes Photography

5.0

Auburn, GA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Introducing myself, an Atlanta-based wedding photographer with a deep passion for capturing authentic and timeless moments. I am dedicated to providing couples with a true-to-life experience, ensuring that every aspect of their special day is beautifully documented.One of the aspects I love most about my craft is the opportunity to travel. Whether it's an elopement in a picturesque location or a destination wedding, I am always thrilled to be a part of your journey. No distance is too far to document the love and joy that unfolds during your special moments.

Kim is always my first vendor recommendation to my couples. I have worked with her on numerous personal and professional events and always am in awe once I see the galleries. She knows exactly how to capture the images/memories many don't even have words to ask for. There is nothing better than truly being able to see how your guests enjoyed the wedding, along with their unscripted , raw emotion.
Elizabeth And Leigh, 5 months ago
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Skyewater Photo + Film

5.0

Woodinville, WA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Skyewater Photo + Film is a photography and videography team based in Washington and Colorado, specializing in adventure elopements and small weddings (75 guests or fewer), with a unique focus on locations and venues that feature the element of water. Our lead photographer Kaitlyn was born in Florida, but with years of experience living in the mountains, Kaitlyn is happiest wherever the water is. She currently lives on the road with her husband and pup Bruiser in their RV, as they search for their dream property in Washington state.

Kaitlyn and her team are incredible! Fun, friendly, professional, know many hidden gems for photos and video; you cannot go wrong with hiring them. Also, they give back to the community (locally and across the globe) which is so very awesome <3
Mariah, 3 years ago
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Salted Mountain Photo

5.0

Eagle Mountain, UT
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Get ready to relax knowing that your photographer has your back. Utah's Timeless Wedding and Portrait Photographer, focuses on a luxury client experience so that you can look back on your photos knowing that she not only captured quality for you, but the raw emotion of that priceless time in your life.

Ashley is the absolute best to work with! She catered to our needs and we fell in love with our photos!
Lexi Walker, 3 years ago
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Kaytlyn Dempster Photography

5.0

Linden, NC
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

I’m Kaytlyn Dempster and I’m the photographer, editor, social media manager, and person behind KDP! I believe that getting to know my clients is the #1 way to ensure an awesome experience, I’d love to tell you a little about me: I am married to my highschool sweetheart, I love animals but horses and dogs are my favorites (so if you ever want to include your fur baby in your session the answer is always YES), I live just outside Fayetteville, NC but I LOVE to travel, and I love creating beautiful images but more importantly, I love serving couples and their families on one of the greatest days of their lives

Kaytlyn is amazing! She takes the most beautiful pictures. I love working with her and everyone who hires her is always thrilled with her work.
The Wallace, 2 years ago
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Mariah Milan Photographers

5.0

Wailuku, HI
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Mariah Milan Photographers has been in business in Hawaii for more than two decades. Our award-winning photography celebrates all love. From beachside elopements and backyard weddings to grand events, we deliver images that you'll cherish for years to come. We travel to any state and International destinations - usually with no travel fees added.

If you’re looking for an amazing photographer look no further! Mariah is extremely knowledgeable and easy going at the same time. She takes so much stress out of the big day! We had rain forecasted and I was so nervous. She listened to my nerves, validated me and then calmed them. It did end up raining and she helped us feel at ease and enjoy our incredibly special day together regardless of any bump in the road! Not to mention, our photos turned out breathtakingly beautiful! We were literally dancing in the rain. I couldn’t imagine having anyone else along my side as an ally and a friend on our beautifully rainy elopement.
Shayla K., 2 years ago
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Amare Images

5.0

Bothell, WA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

We are a photography & videography husband & wife team based in San Diego and Seattle. We love to travel around the world taking photos! Our editing style is true to life and our goal is to capture the feeling of the moment in our images. We enjoy spending our time outdoors with great company. We love working with clients who share our love for nature and adventure! We like to draw our inspiration from the beauty of the environment and how these surroundings make you feel in the moment. Our goal is to tell your story through our photographs and we hope that they become a memento of a special chapter in your journey.

Dylan and Pauline of Amare Images were so incredible to work with. We booked an engagement shoot with them and absolutely loved their photos so we HAD to have them shoot our wedding. They are two kind people who were easy to talk to and made both my husband and I feel comfortable in front of the camera. Our wedding photos turned out amazing as well. I loved that they took time to capture candids as well as posed shots. They even offered video services and the video was definitely the highlight of our wedding package. The video had a beautiful, loving song to start and then it transitioned into highlighting the party that our wedding was. Our galleries were delivered in a timely manner and they even sent the audio from our speeches and private vow session. Vic and I loved working with Dylan and Pauline :)
Alyssa Barrett, 5 months ago
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Lu Welter Photography

5.0

Thousand Oaks, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi y'all! Thanks so much for stopping by my page and considering me for such an important time in your lives! My name is Lauren but I also go by Lu. I am an elopement & wedding photographer located in Ventura County but I am always willing to travel! I have been doing photography for about 3 years now and have just finally taken the plunge to go full time and to say the least it has been the best decision I could have made for my life. I want to say thank you SO much for even considering me & I hope to hear from you soon!

I found Lauren here on Zola, never booking any vendor for anything ever, let alone a photographer for my wedding, and let me tell you, we hit the jackpot. Lauren is incredibly kind, patient, professional, funny, light hearted and is always down to have fun while she shoots! Our engagement photos were everything we wanted and our wedding photos will be even more amazing. She sent us sneak peaks faster than I ever imagined and it made us so excited for our full gallery. You will not regret booking your event with Lauren!! She knows what she is doing!
Megan T., 6 months ago
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Laura Alexandra Photography

5.0

Cutler Bay, FL
  • Classic style
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

We are a family owned company that started in 2014. This was my dream and so I decided to name my company after my daughter "Laura Alexandra" since she was the reason for starting my company. We offer many different types of sessions but our passion is capturing love. From engagements to weddings we are there to capture every moment for everlasting memories.

Very professional, I highly recommend Alexandra as a photographer for any occasion
alf & m., 4 months ago
Harper Shadron Photography

5.0

Orlando, FL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Just a local to Central Florida, I love adventures and exploring, I love out of the box and perfectly fitting into the box weddings, and a lover of LOVE. As someone who's single (I know, I'm a catch, how is this even possible??) I can't exactly say I relate to the struggle of planning out a dream wedding. But, as someone who's been photographing weddings for 4 years now, I know how much work goes into making your day special. I'm there to make your day all about you + your partner, and the love you share!

Harper is very professional. She is able to deliver amazing quality and beautiful images that will leave her clients so happy.
Rebekah Collins, 3 years ago
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Olivia Rubin Photo

5.0

Madrid, NY
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hey there! I'm a Ny-based wedding and couple photographer. Capturing memories and special moments is one of the best things to do. I love having the opportunity to explore new places and meet amazing people through my work. I typically shoot weddings, couples, and portraits. I would really love to travel in 2024 and 2025, so I'm offering huge discounts and may even shoot your wedding for free if my travel/lodging is covered!!

Olivia is so sweet and relaxed and easy to work with! She listens to what you are wanting and helps anyway she can! She is the best photographer and person! I'd recommend her to anyone!
Taylor J., 4 months ago
Morgan Wynne Photography

5.0

Assonet, MA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi there! I'm Morgan. I'm a wedding photographer based in southeastern Massachusetts serving all of New England and beyond. If you feel genuine joy from playful, color-filled photographs, consider this your sign that you’re in the right place!

Morgan shot my wedding in July 2021 and it was by far the best descion we made! Pictures are such an important part of a wedding day and Morgan really nailed it! She captured everything so perfectly and was so easy to work with. My husband and I are a little awkward especially with pictures but she was so fun and made everyone feel so comfortable. She also really listens to what you want and makes sure she captures it! I highly recommend her and look forward to working with in the future on family portraits!
Melissa H., 2 years ago
Kimberly Coccagnia

5.0

Beacon, NY
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

We know you're probably feeling some pressure to select a wonderful photographer to document your wedding since your photographs are the only part of your wedding that are remaining once the wedding day itself is over. Selecting the photographer for you is fairly easy… you should feel a connection straight away after reviewing our portfolio, and know that we’ll capture the both of you, your wedding, your family and friends in a wonderful truthful and beautiful way that will last forever. Sometimes, it’s as simple as that…feeling it!

We feel incredibly fortunate to have found Kim and had our day captured so perfectly and exactly how we envisioned. From our initial meeting, engagement photos and to the final delivery of the photos, Kim exceeded every expectation we had for a wedding photographer. On the wedding day, Kim and Barry seamlessly blended into the background, yet somehow managed to be everywhere – capturing every significant moment without ever feeling intrusive. Their attention to detail is impeccable, ensuring that no moment went unnoticed. We have so many amazing and candid moments from the day and looking through our photos feels like reliving the day itself. Kim and Barry captured everything so beautifully and we are beyond happy with the photos and will cherish them forever. We could not recommend Kim enough!
Rita, 5 months ago
Captured by Amanda Lynn

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi loves! I’m Amanda, a San Diego based traveling photographer devoted to documenting romantic wedding moments and preserving the essence of the big day with imagery. I absolutely love having fun with my couples and getting them comfortable in being exactly who they are to capture in images! I have been a photographer for 10+ years and have fallen in love with being the person who showcases a couple’s love through creative imagery. I’ll be your biggest hype man, get you laughing with your partner and capture every emotional moment that should never be forgotten!

Amanda and KC were amazing! My fiancé and I were hesitant to take engagement photos at all—we are both awkward and don’t pose well for photos. Amanda and KC were very relaxed, casual and FUN! They made us laugh the entire time and everything felt so easy & comfortable. AND THE PICTURES ARE BEAUTIFUL! First, we don’t look awkward (big win). And second, the settings/backdrops/lighting they chose were exactly what we were looking for. Great experience and would highly recommend for anyone looking for engagement photos.
Mike, 2 years ago
Courtney Paige Photography

5.0

Lowell, AR
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi I’m Courtney!👋 I love people, Jesus, and traveling! I’ve photographed over 120 weddings in my 6+ year photography career. I am a directive & personable photographer who captures bright, contrasted, candid, and warm images. I am the type of person who can make friends with anyone! My desire is to make you feel comfortable, have fun, and be stress-free! I am a take charge kinda girl, so I will tell you exactly where to go, what time, and pose you in a way that’s natural for your to interact in your love for one another.

Courtney is an amazing photographer and an amazing person!! We so enjoyed working with her and will cherish the moments she captured forever!
Andrea A., 8 months ago
Samantha Ruscher Photo

5.0

Broomfield, CO
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Hi!!!! :) I'm Samantha, but you can call me Sam! I'm an intimate wedding and elopement photographer, based in Colorado and where ever your love takes me! I am obsessed with telling love stories through photographs, and capturing memories that someone's grandchild might see some day. I love love!

Sam is such a talented photographer and has a natural way of making her couples feel wonderfully themselves in front of the camera. I highly recommend her to everyone.
Laurel, 3 years ago
Northern Glow Photography

5.0

Erie, CO
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,100
  • Serves Watsonville, CA for additional fees

Northern Glow was built from a passion to create and document imagery in an art form that can be cherished for a lifetime. I have captured over 130+ weddings and countless other portrait sessions. The growth in the craft is what moves me. There is always new experiences and amazing people to meet. I truly want us to feel like old friends when the album has been delivered In brief... my ethos is to capture in an organic candid "unposed" fashion. All of this should be achieved by minimizing the nervousness in front of the camera and engaging in a fun adventurous experience.

Working with Northern Glow Photography for our engagement and wedding photos was the best decision! David is so passionate about his work, and we couldn't be happier with how our photos came out. We're usually very awkward in front of a camera, but David did a great job of keeping our sessions fun and relaxed. We had a second shooter on our wedding day - Sarah - who was also incredible. Overall, we're so happy we chose Northern Glow Photography! We'll definitely be working with David and his team for any photo sessions moving forward and highly recommend to others, too.
Dani K., 6 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Watsonville, CA

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

A Watsonville, CA wedding photographer ranges from $400 to $20,000 and averages at $3,000. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

95% of photographers in Watsonville, 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 Watsonville, 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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