The Best Storytelling Wedding Videographers in Santa Barbara, CA

The Best Storytelling Wedding Videographers in Santa Barbara, CA

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fine art wedding film 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

When you choose Fine Art Wedding Film you will get a ticket to journey back in time. You will relive the breathtaking moments of your wedding and notice intriguing details you haven’t had time to absorb. To make this time travel possible we choose moments, change angles, craftfully edit sights and sounds to create a piece of art movie, the movie that you will be proud to share with family, friends, and generations to come. After all the buzz of the preparation for the big day, you will find it extremely rewarding to sit back and enjoy the journey to the day where your new family was born.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Desmond 3 months before the big day because we kept going back and forth about wanting a videographer. And, now, looking back, we are SO HAPPY that we did! Videos capture full moments that pictures can’t quite get. The day is a whirlwind of big moments that can blur so having something to watch and relive those moments is the best. He captured everything on our shot list and more! The quality is amazing and so professional, and I think the pricing is very fair considering how beautiful the final product is! We definitely recommend hiring them to capture your day!
Emily W., 3 months ago
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Alex V Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,435
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Here at Alex V Films, we believe that each of the films we create should be as unique and special as the clients they belong to! No two love stories are identical, so we produce films that fit the aesthetics, vibes, and styles of our couples and to showcase the real you. Our cinematic quality truly makes our films a timeless keepsake, so rewatching your film will be just as special as the first time! We take the time to get to know exactly what you are looking for so you can trust that your film will truly reflect your vision. Each of our films beautifully handcrafted and made with the utmost care and love!

Awarded Best of Zola
Finding the right videographer was incredibly important to us because we wanted more than just photos. We wanted to capture the voices, the laughter, the tears, the movement—every emotion that made our day unforgettable. At first, we struggled to find a connection with the work we saw, but after months of searching online, we came across Alex V Films, and his work left a lasting impression on us. It was exactly what we had been searching for. From the moment we met Alex, his warm personality and passion for his craft put us completely at ease. He took the time to understand our vision, showing incredible attention to detail and truly listening to what we wanted. His talent for capturing not only the big moments but also those small, candid interactions brought everything to life in a way we could only dream of. Alex was able to beautifully weave our vows into the movement and storytelling of our film, bringing each word to life. In my vows, I shared a memory about my papa. As he approached his final days, I asked him, “Papa, what can you tell me about love?” He gently touched his chest and said, “You feel it in your heart.” Alex captured this moment with such care; as I spoke the words, “my papa touched his chest,” the video transitioned to my wife, sliding her hand gently down my chest, mirroring my papa’s gesture. It was as if he had breathed life into our vows, capturing not just the words, but the emotion and legacy behind them. Alex made the experience of working with him enjoyable. Throughout the process, his communication was top-notch, and professionalism shone through every step of the way. He was attentive of our needs and made the process easy. Alex didn’t just record our day—he captured its essence. Every look, every laugh, every precious detail we wanted to hold onto is now a part of a beautiful memory we’ll cherish for a lifetime. These are moments that photos alone could never fully capture; they’re filled with emotions that will be felt and connected to for years to come. At the beginning of this process, Alex was a stranger. As we got to know him we felt as though he became a friend. We’re forever grateful to have found Alex, who created more than just a video—he created a keepsake of our love and joy that we will cherish for a lifetime.
Lauren & S., 4 months ago
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SWF photo + video 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

With over 100 weddings and 8+ years of experience, you can be confident that you are hiring a team that will do an amazing job at capturing your wedding. Our motto is "Our specialty is turning your special day into a lifetime of memories." for a reason.

Awarded Best of Zola
SWF Photo Video was the perfect choice for our wedding videography needs. From the start, their communication style was smart, funny, caring and respectful, putting us at ease throughout the process. The quality of their work was truly great - they captured all the special moments of our day in a timely, creative and visionary way. SWF arrived early and conducted themselves professionally, ensuring they didn't miss a beat. We are thrilled with the final product and would highly recommend them to any couple looking for talented, personable videographers to document their big day.
Ricky P., 6 months ago
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Amari Productions 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

We’re a team of filmmakers & photographers with a simple belief: the best stories are true. It’s those moments, those intimate and unscripted smiles and inflections, that combine to tell your unique love story. And boy, is it beautiful.

Awarded Best of Zola
I absolutely love working with Amari Productions. They check ALL the boxes - personable, professional, experienced, flexible - if you haven't already gleaned, they are one of my favorites. I am an established wedding planner and recommend them to all of my clients, but further - I hired them for my own wedding, because they are truly the best! They will give you all the guidance you need to have the complete wedding video that is right for you! Call them now! =)
Meg West, 5 years ago
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Jimmy Shin Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $6,800
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Create timeless, emotional story-driven Love Story Film that never gets old. You are going to have your own personal love story film that YOU are the hero and watch it every wine night / anniversary day with your loved one so you can transport right back to that day, reminisce about your beautiful memories with loved ones and remind how beautiful your love story is.

Awarded Best of Zola
I looked at SO MANY wedding videos and they were all so similar and cookie cutter. They were lacking something but I couldn’t put my finger on it. THEN I FOUND JIMMY SHIN. I watched his videos and found myself sobbing at strangers videos! He made me feel like I knew the bride and groom after just 7 minutes. He's so good! Jimmy will take your wedding video and turn it into the most beautiful story. The video he made for us just so beautifully captured my husband and I's day! It's a video i'll cherish for the rest of my life. I can't wait for our kids to be able to watch it. UGH, seriously hire this man and you won't regret it. Best wedding money we spent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?viVAKZzODr6E
Danie W., 7 months ago
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Your Moments Media 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Hi there! I’m Connor, your lead videographer at Your Moment’s Media. Based in beautiful Northern California, we’re dedicated to creating personalized wedding films that celebrate your unique love story and become cherished keepsakes for years to come. From helping you plan key details to cheering you on and supporting you throughout your big day, my team and I are here to make your experience unforgettable.

Awarded Best of Zola
Connor and his team were great to work with! We hired them based on a family friend’s experience and they met every expectation we had and then some. They are very professional and worked really well with our photography team as well! We absolutely love our video and all of the bonuses that his team included! We can’t wait to watch these videos for years to come and relive our favorite day!
Colby Y., 8 months ago
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Sagebrush Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Sagebrush Films specializes in candid, natural wedding films. Weddings are awesome. Most wedding videos are corny. Sagebrush Films was created to fix that. We capture your day as it happens naturally, without the gimmicks and cheeseball editing. It should go without saying, but we film weddings for couples of any religion, orientation, color or creed.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so happy we hired Joel to film our wedding! Joel was a pro when it came to filming the ceremony and reception, we love the final cut he delivered to us. He also was great at taking notes, since we did request a song change and few tweaks to our final wedding video. We appreciate that Joel was so great with the feedback and made sure our video was picture perfect. Also I loved being able to have Super 8 footage of our wedding. We love the retro feel so that definitely was very special to us. Would hire Joel again! Do yourself a favor and book him!
Stevie & P., a year ago
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Mendocino Photo & Video 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,695
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Nile Sprague is the proprietor and cinematographer at Mendocino Photo & Video, offering professional videography services. With a lifelong career in documentary filmmaking and photojournalism working for non-profit organizations around the globe, Nile brings with him immense experience in working with families of different cultures and backgrounds. Nile’s passion to tell the stories of life led him to helping couples preserve their most exceptional day: their wedding. He has been showcasing the joy and candid nature of these occasions since 2008, presenting photographs and films that embody the beauty and wonder of lives coming together.

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Mendocino was a great vendor, creative and friendly and captured unique moments of the wedding day. Gave us a few pictures and video clips of the day for us to use as well which was super kind and thoughtful of them! Thanks Nile!
Liquid Shakers M., 4 months ago
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Shutter Life Captures 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Your wedding day is a celebration of love, a milestone marking the beginning of a beautiful journey. At Shutter Life Captures, we understand the significance of this day and the importance of preserving its precious moments. As storytellers, we specialize in capturing the essence of your special day, crafting cinematic narratives that you'll cherish for a lifetime.

It was a true joy working with Shutter Life Captures! This team is made up of Jay and his lovely wife, Rhoda. They are so kind, professional, experienced, supportive, and overall the best team we could have partnered with. With something as important and special as video of your big day, you want it done right and well. Further, when it comes to hiring vendors for your big day, you want to work with people who are genuine, understand what you're looking for, and are a joy to work with in the process. Jay and Rhoda went above and beyond to make our videos special and perfect. I would 100% recommend this team to anyone in need of videography for any special event!
Andrew & A., a year ago
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Marabate Studios 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Marabate Studios is a boutique wedding and event videography company that specializes in capturing your most precious memories and making them last a lifetime. We offer a variety of packages, competitive pricing, and friendly professional service. I have been in the wedding and event videography industry for over ten years and have a passion for working with each couple to make sure their dream video, whether small and intimate or big and grand, comes true. With me you will get a reliable, easy-going, and creative filmmaker who will listen to your needs and make sure your video service is completely stress-free, from beginning to end.

Awarded Best of Zola
We highly recommend Marabate Studios for your wedding videography needs! From our first meeting, Marabate Studios impressed us with their prompt, knowledgeable communication style. They provided timely responses to all our questions and offered great advice to ensure we captured the perfect wedding video. On our big day, Marabate Studios was professional and unobtrusive, yet managed to capture all the special moments we wanted to remember forever. The final edited video far exceeded our already high expectations - the quality was simply amazing and truly brought our wedding day to life. If you're looking for a videographer who provides great value, with the experience and talent to deliver exceptional results, look no further than Marabate Studios!
Maria J., 8 months ago
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LBK Productions | Videographer & Photographer 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA
  • Offer

I'm Lauren, a Wedding Videographer and Photographer Duo! Whether you are still on the fence about adding a videographer to your wedding, or you want one but still haven't found what you're looking for, I'm here to help! I have affordable packages as well. Another perk of mine is I travel anywhere in the world! Let's talk about booking today! I would love to be apart of your special day. I am looking forward to speaking with you.

Lauren was absolutely amazing! I had a destination wedding and she flew out to do our welcome party and wedding day. She captured our day with expertise. Our wedding video was everything and more than I expected. She truly has an amazing eye for capturing happiness. I was very awkward infront of the camera but she made me feel and look so comfortable.
Lauren K., 7 months ago
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Declan Cadman Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Declan Cadman is an international wedding filmmaker. Declan is available worldwide with the addition of affordable associate packages. While in Colorado, Declan was mentored by White In Revery, which provided him with the skills and experience to launch his business in 2017. Declan has a reputation for cinematic and emotive stories worth passing down from generation to generation.

Awarded Best of Zola
We love Declan! We were working with a tight budget for our wedding and I knew that I wanted a videographer more than anything and Declan was able to help us out and work with us. While we didn't work with Declan on the wedding day, his team that we did work with did an amazing job at capturing our day beautifully and Declan was a joy to work with while we got ready for the big day. We has communicative, helpful and ended up making the most incredible highlight video for us. Our wedding video has got to be the best thing I got from that day. I have watched it a minimum of 2x every day since the we received the final video and it just makes my heart so happy to see how perfectly the joy was captured. I couldn't recommend Declan and his team enough for your special day!
MacKenzie Z., 2 months ago
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Kevin Bernes Wedding Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA
  • Offer

If you found my listing all the way down here on page 214 I applaud you! I will give you a further discount to reward your hard work getting all the way down here! Connect with me! I’ve been filming Wedding since 2017. Each wedding is different and your love story is unique. So before the wedding, I interview the two of you and understand what’s most important to you about your day, what you value most, and the details of what’s most important to you. Then I work to capture those important moments and include them in your film. Operating in So Cal from Santa Barbara to San Diego, but I can travel further for your wedding as needed.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kevin stepped up to our (rather last minute) request for a videographer. He worked with us to provide the perfect package and went above and beyond day of to create a beautiful and romantic video for us. He is extremely detail oriented and had a great vision based on all our discussions. He provides extremely professional and extensive video services. We are so happy with our wedding video and so glad to have it
Colleen M., 2 months ago
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michael freund films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

i grew up in europe and from the age of 10 used analogue film cameras. i eventually became a fashion/people photographer in milan, austria, new york city and LA. the nostalgia of polaroids inspired me to make weddings films in a more abstract and ephemeral way, like dreams. my films aim to provide a glimpse of what it felt like on your day, conveying an unmistakable essence about you and the experience.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Michael from start to finish was absolutely lovely! He is a true artist. He genuinely got to know us and our story beforehand, and by the time we finally met - he felt like an old friend. From the moment they arrived, he and his assistant were ninjas, getting everything from drone shots (!?) to go-pro footage of the groomsmen in the pool. He never hesitated to throw out amazing ideas and things we could capture. Once we finally had the video - we were ecstatic. It blew our minds! It basically should go to Sundance. But really... wow, we wept looking at the most joyous day of our life be reflected to us in such a cinematic and intimate way. This was not your regular wedding video. It was spectacular! We had a chance to show some of our closest friends right away, and of course, everyone was in love with it, and the consensus was, "This is LITERALLY A FILM!" "This filmmaker is incredible," lots of tears, laughs, smiles etc etc :) We absolutely agree. I can't express enough how awesome Michael is; we LOVE his work! Thank you, thank you, thank you. We are so grateful to have had him as part of our day! To sum it up, he is an absolute pleasure to work with; he has an incredible eye and is professional, collaborative, and kind.
Kelli, 3 months ago
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Junior Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Welcome. You believe your love makes life worth living, and that's worth celebrating again and again. I do too. I am passionate about creating an experience that goes far beyond your wedding day. Your film is one of the most visual ways to relive your wedding. It is the gatekeeper of memories, the holder of moments. The gift to yourselves (and your descendants) to treasure your love story forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
The absolute best videographer who truly goes above and beyond! I can't say enough incredible things about Arturo and Junior Films. If you want someone you can fully trust to capture your day flawlessly and stress-free, look no further. The video quality, lighting, and music are simply impeccable. Arturo and his wife bring such positive energy to the day, making it even more memorable. Every detail they captured allowed us to relive our day from a fresh and beautiful perspective. We will cherish our wedding video forever! Highlights: Professional, punctual, communicative, and top-tier videography!
Kylie C., 4 months ago
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Shot By Katie Gunz 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Jeremy is a Wedding videographer known for his intimate Music-Driven style. Over the past 7 years him and his wife have photographed many weddings throughout Southern California. One day they noticed the lack of story telling in wedding videos and decided to also offer Videography. They enjoy nature and love connecting with couples who truly believe in love and creativity.

Awarded Best of Zola
Katie and Jeremy are amazing! We could not be any happier with how our engagement and wedding photos came out! Not only are they super professional, but they are also friendly and down to earth. There was never an awkward moment during the shoots it all feel so natural and a lot of fun. We cannot wait to book Katie and Jeremy for our next shoot! Trust us when we say you will not be disappointed with the magic they produce.
Michelle & R., 4 years ago
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Alex Correa Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,799
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Hi! I'm Alex, and I love my job. Your wedding day is going to be one of the most special days of your life. You’re going to remember it for the rest of your life, and so will your family and friends. That’s why you need a great photographer & videographer that can capture those moments in a way that really brings them alive. We believe in capturing those candid moments as they happen on the day itself, not just at set up or posed shots. We are trained professionals with years of experience who know how to get those amazing shots without being intrusive or ruining any surprises!

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Alex's photography is nothing short of exceptional. From the moment I discovered his work on social media, I knew he was the perfect choice to capture our moments. His ability to effortlessly blend into our family dynamic made the entire experience feel natural and comfortable. Alex's warmth, flexibility, and genuine care translated into stunning photographs that exceeded our expectations. It was more than just a photoshoot; it was a memorable experience shared with a talented artist who felt like a long-lost friend. I wholeheartedly recommend Alex to anyone seeking not just beautiful photos, but an unforgettable journey through the lens of a true professional.
Gabriella B., a year ago
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Sunfire Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA
  • Offer

I love making movies! Every day that I'm behind a camera is a good day. Filming people's weddings is something I've really come to cherish. What could be more joyous than filming the happiest day of people's lives < 3

Sun Fire Films is an exceptional wedding videography duo that I highly recommend. As a photographer, I was impressed by their professionalism, collaborative approach, and ability to seamlessly blend into the day while capturing stunning, cinematic footage. Their technical expertise, and warm personalities made working with them a joy, and their final product perfectly encapsulating the emotions and details of the wedding. They went out of their way to ensure our work complemented each other, even sharing footage to match my editing process. Sun Fire Films is a talented, thoughtful, and reliable team that elevates any wedding vendor lineup I can’t wait to work with them again!
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The Honeymooners Productions 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $5,900
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

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

The perfect addition to your wedding!! I cannot say enough good things about The Honeymooners Maddie and Luke! Not only are they amazing people but they are also incredibly talented. They are the perfect duo to capture your special day! My husband and I hired them as the videographers for our wedding and couldn't be happier with the final product. The video is absolutely beautiful and captured all of the details of our day perfectly. These two are the perfect combination of fun and professional. They were so easy to work with and went above and beyond to make sure the day flowed seamlessly! They even spontaneously came out with us after the reception and captured extra moments that we will treasure forever. Their amazing work speaks for itself but just know that you are hiring reliable, caring people that will be a true asset to your wedding. You will not be disappointed!
Caroline N., 4 years ago
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Eternity Film 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Hello! My name is Melissa. After spending years practicing videography in a variety of industries, I was compelled to focus solely on helping couples tell their love stories through wedding video. Please don't hesitate to reach out!

It was a great decision to go with Melissa at Eternity Film for our wedding video. From the get go, she was very friendly and a great communicator who helped us every step of the way. For the high quality of the video, she actually got the finished product back to us super fast! She made sure everything was tailored to our vision and we really couldn't be happier with it. The custom flash drive and box with our names and wedding date on it was a nice touch! We'll definitely be recommending her to friends and fam.
Andy and R., 2 years ago
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Brighter Lights 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

We are an award-winning wedding videography studio servicing Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles and many more cities across the United States. Our small team prides itself on delivering quality, custom-made, professional wedding films to our loving couples, all over the world. Every one of these beautiful movies is carefully crafted & produced with our signature style, seamlessly tied together into a fun, engaging, and emotional experience for you & your family.. including future generations to come.

We are SO grateful for the Shutter and Sound team for making our wedding videos something we can cherish forever. They put so much time and consideration into putting together the perfect edits that we can't stop watching. Any couple would be lucky to have this team on the most special day. Thank you again!!
Sarah S., 2 years ago
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Monroe Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

With nearly a decade of experience, Ethan Monroe is the storyteller, photographer, and filmmaker behind Monroe Films. Specializing in crafting authentic and cinematic wedding films, Ethan’s work is driven by personality—he and his team are dedicated to providing a personal, memorable experience from start to finish. Their goal is to tell your story with honesty, passion, and creativity, capturing the moments that matter most. Above all, Monroe Films delivers a timeless piece of art that allows you to relive your most cherished memories for years to come.

Ethan was hands down the best investment we made in our wedding. Leading up to the wedding, Ethan was attentive, detailed, professional, and thoughtful when it came to our contract. He was honest and fair about his pricing (which is excellent), and he was thorough when answering our questions. As a former wedding planner, I can say with absolute certainty that I would hire Ethan as a preferred vendor without question. As magical as the day was, when we were on our way back to the hotel after the reception, we couldn't help but feel that the whole thing flew by in the blink of an eye and that we missed the little moments everyone told us to hold on to in the days leading up to the wedding. Not even 12 hours later, Ethan completely put those fears to rest. When we got our first trailer (the very next day!), we were stunned at how he was able to capture the smallest details and the biggest love of the whole wedding in just a 60 second video. And then when we received our highlight film a few weeks later, those feelings were amplified. He didn't just capture the big and small moments of the day; he captured our personalities, our stories, and our love. We couldn't recommend Ethan enough. He knows what he is doing and he knows better than anyone how to translate your story into a remarkable film. We can't wait to work with him again for future family events!
Emily & I., 5 years ago

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About wedding videographers in Santa Barbara, CA

How much do couples typically pay for wedding videography in Santa Barbara, CA?

In Santa Barbara, CA, wedding videography ranges from $300 to $10,000 and averages at $2,800. The cost reflects the videographer's ability to capture and edit the footage of your special day.

Do most videographers capture drone footage?

92% of videographers in Santa Barbara, CA have Drone capabilities!

Which are the most popular videographers in Santa Barbara, CA?

Some of the most popular videographers in this area include Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film (Video Listing), Eivan's Photo & Video and Pluvia Studios.

What's the most common type of deliverables for videographers in Santa Barbara, CA?

Most videographers offer a Highlight reel or Short feature deliverable.

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