The Best Documentary Wedding Videographers in Santa Monica, CA

The Best Documentary Wedding Videographers in Santa Monica, CA

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56 Wedding Videographers in Santa Monica, CA

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Gui Bittencourt Photography 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hi! I’m Gui Bittencourt, a multicultural wedding photographer and videographer based in Los Angeles. Since 2017, I’ve had the honor of documenting love stories across cultures, traditions, and backgrounds—each one authentic, vibrant, and meaningful. My style blends candid storytelling with gentle guidance. I’m not here to stage your day—I’m here to capture it as it really felt. The quiet glances. The belly laughs. The way your people show up for you. Whether you're planning a joyful celebration or something more intimate, I’ll be there with a calm presence and an attentive eye, so you can stay fully in the moment.

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Discovery & Initial Communication I learned about Gui’s services through word of mouth. A friend highly recommended him after hiring him for her son’s birthday party. Based on her glowing review, I decided to hire him for my very intimate civil ceremony. My main goal was to have the event beautifully documented so we could share the final video with family and close friends. From the very start, communication with Gui was seamless. He was responsive, efficient, and incredibly patient when addressing my detailed inquiries. One aspect I truly appreciated was his initiative to schedule a pre-event video call. This gave him the opportunity to get to know us, understand our personalities, and discuss our expectations for the shoot. His willingness to listen and incorporate our ideas made the entire process feel collaborative and personal. Planning & Preparation One of the reasons I chose Gui was his ability to include a highlight reel in the video package—something I really wanted. During our meeting, he welcomed my ideas and suggestions for the final video, showing a genuine interest in delivering a product that reflected our vision. Gui’s level of preparation was impressive. He took the time to scout the courthouse and a nearby park beforehand, ensuring we had the best possible locations for our shoot. His preparedness and attention to detail gave me peace of mind leading up to the event. The Day of the Ceremony On the day of our civil ceremony, everything went smoothly. Gui greeted us warmly at the courthouse, immediately setting a positive and reassuring tone. His calm and easygoing demeanor helped ease my nerves—something I truly appreciated amidst the mix of adrenaline and excitement of the day. He captured moments effortlessly, allowing us to be present and enjoy our special day without feeling overly directed or staged. Final Thoughts & Recommendation Overall, I couldn’t be happier with Gui’s work. His professionalism, creativity, and dedication to capturing our special day exceeded my expectations. If you’re looking for a videographer who is not only talented but also personable and well-prepared, I highly recommend Gui. 10/10 – Would definitely hire him again!
Sheila, 6 months ago
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Cook Captures 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hi there, my name is Caleb but most people call me Cook. I spent almost 13 years in the southeast filming weddings, events, corporate gigs and commercials. I moved to California in 2012 and pursued a different career. A couple years ago I decided to get back into event videography and started Cook Captures. When shooting events I have a very hands off candid style. I love to capture people naturally having fun, enjoying the day and creating memories. Every event I film is unique and each film ends up with it’s own story and narrative that fit the couple, venue, guests and overall vibe of your wedding.

Awarded Best of Zola
Cook is super easy going and easy to get along with. His work also speaks for itself, it’s high quality and exactly what you want! He captures people in the entirety and a good turn around time. I would highly recommend him to everyone!
Tessa, a year ago
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Éterna Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,990
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA
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Éterna Films is a husband-and-wife creative team based in Los Angeles. We absolutely love capturing weddings through both photo and video. Our style is a mix of documentary and cinematic — real, beautiful moments with an artistic feel.

Honestly, we couldn’t be happier with our wedding video and photos! Everything turned out absolutely beautiful — the video feels like a real movie, and the photos are just stunning. You can tell this team really knows what they’re doing. Super professional, but also so easy to work with. They made the whole process feel effortless — from the first meeting to the final edits. We felt so taken care of the entire time. I really think the price was insanely good for the level of quality we got. It seriously looks and feels like luxury. If you’re thinking about booking them — do it now!
Hanna Marie T., 3 months ago
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Blue Voltage Media 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

We prioritize creating a story to your uniqueness. We capture candid moments and timeless memories for you to be able to hold on to for a lifetime. In essence, we help turn your vision into reality. Your wedding is as unique as your love story. That's why we offer personalized packages to suit your style, preferences, and budget. From intimate elopements to grand celebrations, we tailor our services to meet your needs.

We were more than happy with our experience working with Blue Voltage Media for our wedding! They are very talented, pay great attention to detail, punctual, prepared, and professional. They took the time to learn our vision before our wedding came then executed those visions and more seamlessly. Our wedding videos and photos were absolutely beautiful with so much talent put into them! BEST photographer and videographer! Can’t imagine having gone with anyone else!
Adrianna and A., a year ago
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Films by Nadia 

4.8

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA
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Intimate and unique films tailored to you. Every wedding is different, just like every couple. What they all share in common is our love for getting together. Our need to share and connect is as human as it gets. As life takes us in different directions, getting together can become a challenge. So when our family and friends make the time to get together, we want to make sure to remember it and capture those moments. That’s where we come in. We want to capture the big and little moments of your celebration, because these moments are worth preserving ♡

Nadia captured our wedding day with the exact energy I was looking for! She took the important details that I was interested in (candid family-oriented shots) and blended them into a 10 min TREASURE that I will never stop watching. Her smile is contagious and her communication following our wedding was impeccable. So grateful for this forever memory of our day!
Emily, 8 months ago
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Bedrosian Studios 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Bedrosian Studios specializes in photography and videography for events with a cinematic and candid style. Our goal is to make sure every couple has an easy and comfortable experience from booking to receiving their final product. We take pride in our work and try to capture each event in a personalized way that highlights the emotions and sentiments behind each unique experience.

Peter and his team at Bedrosian Studios were amazing to work with. We had a 4-day event and they didn't skip a beat. Their work was clean, timeless, and captured more than we could have asked for. During our sessions, Peter made sure we were comfortable and taken care of. Peter was like a friend taking our photos, not just a vendor. He did an incredible job capturing our special day.
Diana & M., 6 months ago
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KS Media Productions 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Based in Southern California - filming wherever your love goes. With 5 years as a professional videographer, I discovered a passion for filming weddings and documenting moments that’ll last forever. I have a background in video production and as a colorist as well as a degree in Film Production from NYU.

We are so grateful to have had such an amazing videographer for our wedding! From the moment he arrived, he was professional, friendly, and made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera. He worked seamlessly throughout the day, capturing every special moment without ever feeling intrusive. His passion and attention to detail were evident, and we could tell he truly cares about creating something special for his couples. While we haven’t received our video yet, we have no doubt that it’s going to be absolutely incredible. Based on his professionalism and the way he handled everything on the big day, we are beyond excited to relive our wedding through his work! If you’re looking for a videographer who is not only talented but also a joy to work with, we highly recommend him. We can’t wait to see the final result!
Mylee M., 6 months ago
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BENJAMIN THOMAS FILM 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

My name is Ben. I am a LA-based Wedding Filmmaker who runs on emotion-driven films that tell the story of you as a couple. The wedding day for sure! - But lets be honest, the wedding day is only whatit is because of who you are together before and after the day is done. Let's get some of that. That's the stuff that lasts longer than a few years after your wedding. The stuff your kids will pull out and watch.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Benjamin Thomas Film for our wedding videography was truly an incredible experience. Ben has a personable, easy-going and professional communication style that made us feel comfortable from our very first conversation. The attention to detail and high quality of his work is evident in the beautiful wedding video he created for us. Ben took the time to capture both of our personalities and showcased this in the video. He also added a personal touch by including a special section dedicated to my mother who is no longer with us, which is a memory that brings everyone to tears when watching our video. We love ending our anniversary each year by watching the video, and our guests always comment on how much fun was had on our special day when we post it online. Thank you for the memories, Ben!
Liz, 6 months ago
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The Shalom Imaginative 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

We are The Shalom Imaginative, wedding videographers in Los Angeles with a candid, documentary style. Our videos are never cheesy or boring and capture the true essence of your day. We want you to always remember how your celebration felt.

The Shalom Imaginative are EXCELLENT photographers for any event or occasion! From the start, Nate and his team made my fiancé and I feel we were in good hands for our wedding day. They are friendly, professional and answered all our questions quickly throughout the process. Our photographer for the day was Igor. He was fun to have around and also delivered amazing photos in a big way! We were so happy with how our photos turned out that we bought two photo albums afterwards (one for us and one to gift to my mother in law). We are so happy we went with the Shalom Imaginative for our big day and highly recommend them to anyone in need of photographers!
Vanessa & M., 3 years ago
Lady Mouse Productions 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Husband and wife videography team from Los Angeles, CA (also travels!). We capture your intimate moments and turn them into memories. If having an out of state wedding, inquire about our destination packages!

Working with Jen and Tommy of Lady Mouse Productions was one of the best wedding decisions we could have made! From start to finish, LMP was professional, caring, thoughtful, and thorough. Jen took the time to speak with me ahead of the big day to make sure that the night was captured the way we had envisioned. The quality and value of their services were unmatched. We are absolutely obsessed with all of our videos from LMP, including our day-after sneak peek, highlight film, and full-length film. My husband and I will cherish these productions for the rest of our lives. Thank you so much Jen and Tommy!
Alexa K., 4 months ago
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Studio 6 Productions 
  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

We know there is only one take, and we give it our best shot. Each and every client has a different feeling about what to capture for their event and which priorities will make them smile. More than just a video, your special event can last forever! All packages include approximately 1-2 hours in length video consisting of every special element of the event and much more. We can create a seamless live feed option for our guests from afar.

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550Park Luxury Wedding Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA
  • Offer

Brent is considered one of the top wedding cinematographers based out of the Northeastern USA. He frequently travels the globe, documenting weddings for couples who deserve the best of the best. After growing up in Central Jersey, Brent chose to move down to Nashville for college and then shortly after graduation, officially founded 550Park out of New York City. He is a passionate tennis player, chef, and world adventurer.

Awarded Best of Zola
I HIGHLY recommend Brent as a Wedding Videographer, as he played a large role in making my wedding day very special. Brent is my one of my childhood friends and I have seen his passion for videography grow over the years into the amazing business he has created today. Not only does Brent know my fun-loving but sentimental style but he always puts me at such ease. He is very creative, paying remarkable attention to even the most minor details. My wife and I were blown away with some of the intimate and special little moments he was able to capture beautifully. Any couple should trust that he will always do a beautiful, yet professional job. He puts his whole heart into making your wedding day as special as possible and capturing all those important moments you want to treasure forever.
Jared & J., a year ago
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A Beautiful Union 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hire one team for photography and videography! We are a wedding studio based in Portland, Oregon. We strive to capture timeless, heartfelt, and sincere imagery for couples in Portland and across the West Coast.

From the moment we booked A Beautiful Union, the videography team was a dream to work with. Their communication was prompt, clear, and they took the time to truly understand our vision for the day. The quality of their work was top-notch - exquisite, pristine, and preciously detailed . On the day of our wedding, Daniel from A Beautiful Union was an absolute pleasure to have by our side, capturing all the special moments in a way that felt natural and unobtrusive. The final video was more beautiful than we could have imagined, allowing us to relive our wedding day over and over again. I can't think of a better person to trust with preserving the memories of your special day than A Beautiful Union. Highly, highly recommend!
Caitlyn H., 9 months ago
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Weddings by LDF 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA
  • Offer

Weddings by LDF specializes in documentary wedding films that place an emphasis on real, authentic moments. By preserving natural tones you're getting a film that looks classic and true to life. Owner Ray Lewis has been in business for more than nine years. He and his team film more than 300 love stories per year, and each celebration moves and inspires them all over again. Ray and his team don’t just enjoy what they do; they feel blessed to share in something truly extraordinary. They love making connections with their clients and witnessing moments that touch the heart.

Awarded Best of Zola
LDF films is AMAZING! They are so professional and so friendly. This was a part of the wedding day I did not need to worry about because Ray and his team had everything flowing great! I could not recommend them more!
Mary Fogleman N., a year ago
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Enchanted Captures 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Wedding videography is my side hustle. I love capturing peoples days and making them a product that they will have for years to come. I work in the entertainment industry full time and freelance video edit on the side. I also do photography as well. I do photography, videography and content creation.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our beautiful & amazing wedding was on Saturday, October 16, 2021 in the City of Beverly Hills, California. KKWeddingss was our wonderful & professional videographer and we can’t stop telling everyone how wonderful it was to work with Kristiann (owner of KKWeddingss) & how happy we are we chose her. Kristiann, the owner of KKWeddings is amazing & true professional. She is wonderful to work with. From the first moment I reach out to her she has been such a delight & the best to work with. Kristiann did an excellent job with our videography. Her works is truly amazing. She created two beautiful videos for us: A 15 minute highlight wedding video & 1 hour 20 minute full ceremony/reception video. Both videos are amazing. I cried just with watching the highlight video. Honestly the videos are a beauty & the music chosen by Kristiann made is superb. It was just perfect. I watch the videos over & over every day. I also have to comment that every time I reach out to her she has been great at responding & following up. Thank you so much Kristiann for your wonderful & professional service. A true pleasure to work with & 1000% recommended.
Karla, 4 years ago
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Kyrie Copeland Films 

4.4

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Time capsule films for memory collectors. Our ability to capture and preserve some of our most pivotal life moments really is a gift. Every film is intended to act as a time capsule for my couples to re-live in 25 years.

From day one, Kyrie took immediate interest in our story and made everything very easy for us. The passion and the caring professionalism that she provides just took away the stress of us being able to capture our amazing day and completed trusted her to be there for us! We can hardly wait for our finished product but if the snippet she provided us already is any indication of the level of effort that she is putting into our videos, we already know it is going to be epic.. If you want someone who is going to truly care and be there every step of the way, you couldn't choose anyone better than Kyrie!
Sarah D., 3 months ago
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Honey Mate Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA
  • Offer

Honey Mate is a passionate duo who prioritizes telling your unique love story. Our mission is to take you on a journey of you and your partners day, highlighting the moments, people, and scenery that are most important to you. We offer every couple a one-on-one call to discover how we can make you the cinematic experience of your dreams, where love is always the main subject.

It’s clear how passionate they are about their work, and we’re so lucky to have had them tell a part of our love story. We’ll treasure this video forever. We can’t recommend them highly enough to anyone looking for a wedding videographer—they’re truly talented and wonderful to work with!
Kennedy O., 2 months ago
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Wild Light Films 

4.2

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Welcome to Wild Light Films, an elevated-modern wedding videography team specializing in non-posing and fresh wedding videos and authentic Super 8mm films! As a married person myself, I understand how important it is to be mindful when searching for your wedding dream team. To me, it should feel like assembling a group of friends for a laid-back weekend. We are here to bring that fun and friendly energy, capturing every moment with warmth and authenticity.a

Awarded Best of Zola
If you’re reading this review, you’re likely considering Steven and Wild Light Films as part of your big day. DO IT!! We were originally drawn to his unique style of work, music-video like approach, and storytelling ability in capturing the essence of people’s wedding days. Working with Steven was incredible and we can’t say enough about how much we loved his work. We booked him back in 2019 for our 2020 wedding, but of course with COVID we had to push it back a year. He was super flexible and accommodating, and we still figured out a plan to have video footage of an intimate ceremony in 2020, as well as the original plan for 2021. He did such an amazing job incorporating the two ceremonies together into one seamless video, which he turned around even quicker than we expected! Steven is a delight to work with—truly a genuinely kind person. His video editing craftsmanship and storytelling are compelling—rewatching our video + highlights felt like taking us right back to the memories and joy of our day. Do yourself and your future self a favor and get Steven to make your wedding video that you’ll cherish for years to come.
Cherise, 4 years ago
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Casperson Productions 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Dane is a Portland Oregon based wedding videographer dedicated to producing high production value wedding films for clients throughout the pacific northwest. Having shot over 100 wedding films, Dane is comfortable with the most common wedding traditions and he has a relaxed comfortable demeanor that makes the experience of having a wedding film seem effortless to his clients. Every short cinematic highlight wedding film booked with Casperson productions is personally shot and edited by Dane Casperson, so you know your getting a film that looks and feels exactly like the samples you find here and on the Casperson productions website.

Awarded Best of Zola
Dane is so professional, and knowledgeable about what he does. But he is also so much fun to work with, and very responsive. He cares immensely about his art, and it shows. His turn around times are impressive, especially with the level of detail he creates. I wouldn’t hire anyone else for videography.
Sarah, 5 years ago
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Dianna Nguyen Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $4,950
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

When inviting me in to tell a part of your story, you are letting me into your relationship. No matter the session, elopement, or wedding, I will capture without reserve everything from the smallest details to the greatest landscape; so when you return to this story you will feel everything. From the last light on the horizon to the messy and playful love, your film will hold memories, not just videos.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were really struggling to find a videographer that understood what we wanted and was within our budget. Dianna was warm and friendly from the start! She was very patient as we talked through everything we wanted in our video. On the day of our wedding, she was very thorough and captured some shots that we didn't even know happened! We were worried that our photographer and videographer would get in the way of guests' views but Dianna was very respectful and was able to capture beautiful footage without disrupting our guests. We cannot recommend Dianna enough!
Ashley, 3 years ago
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Hello Enamorada 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

We're Gwen & Mao- your photo and video leads, and owners at Hello Enamorada. We're an All-Inclusive Wedding Media team offering Video, Photography and Content Creation services in a seamless experience. We are located Centrally, but cover all of California. Bonuses available for those planning a Destination Wedding in Mexico. Ask us about it.

Hello Enamorada captured our save the date video and engagement photos! The photos and video turned out so beautifully. We had such a great first experience with them and we were thrilled to have them on our wedding day! 3 Despite it being so hot and having so many photos that we wanted, Gwen and Mao were so patient and kind to us and our families and made sure we got all of the photos we wanted!
Cailynne A., 10 months ago
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Scarpace Weddings 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

My journey as a wedding videographer is driven by a deep ethical commitment to provide a service that is not only professional but also heartfelt and responsible. I understand that your wedding day is one of the most significant moments in your life, and my approach is rooted in capturing these memories with the utmost care and sincerity. I pride myself on transparency, ensuring that every couple knows exactly what to expect from my services. From clear communication to respecting your privacy and preferences, my goal is to create a trusting relationship with every client.

Recently, in early 2023, I had the joy of experiencing my wedding day, and I must say, it was made infinitely more memorable thanks to the exceptional work of Scarpace Videographers. Justin and his team were nothing short of phenomenal. Their attention to detail, creative eye for shots, and overall professionalism were evident throughout the day. One of the most remarkable aspects of their service was how they managed to capture the essence of our special day. The day itself flew by in a blur of joy and celebration, leaving me with fleeting memories of those precious moments. However, Scarpace Videographers skillfully captured all those little, yet significant moments, ensuring that every smile, tear, and laugh was beautifully recorded.
Daisy G., 2 years ago
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Dream Images real life motion pictures 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Artistic Emotional Cinema. Dream Images. I am an innovator, and highly motivated. My experience with cinema camera, lenses, Steadicam stabilizer, audio, and lighting allows me to confidently and enthusiastically create exciting real life motion pictures, starring YOU. I will be open and honest with you, and quickly show you what I can bring to your special day. Let me know exactly what you want, and I will work consistently with you to provide it. My goal is to create movies and videos which are authentically you.

Bruce was the absolute best! From our first phone call to my wedding day, he was so professional and kind. You can tell that he truly loves what he does. I’ll admit, I was a little worried about booking a videographer at first because I was afraid I’d be too focused on the camera following me around. But Bruce was so laidback and chill, I truly forgot he was there half the time. He’s able to step back and capture the memories in the most perfect way. We’ve already received some teaser clips before our big video is done and I immediately sob every time I watch them, he did a fantastic job! Highly recommend!
Nicole M., 8 months ago
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Sun Hand Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hello! I am based in Phoenix but travel all over! With over 12 years of wedding experience I love creating documentary style films. Using super 8 + digital video blended together to create fun and playful videography for weddings and elopements!

Kendra and team did an absolutely phenomenal job capturing the essence of our wedding day in Sun Valley. The video she created was a wonderful blend of digital and 8mm highlighting every special moment with artistry and attention to detail. From the breathtaking scenery of Sun Valley to the intimate moments, Kendra’s work exceeded all our expectations. We couldn’t be happier with the final product and will cherish this video forever. Highly recommend her services to anyone looking to capture their special day!
Deana N., 9 months ago
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ADVTR Collective 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hello! We are Melissa & Luis Chavez of ADVTR Collective. We have been in business since 2017 and have a love of capturing the honest and sweet moments and everything in-between. Any vendor that is a big part of your day should feel like family, and that is a job we don't take lightly. We are your biggest fans and make that well known throughout your entire process of booking, planning and your actual wedding day. Already excited to chat with you all!

Melissa & Luis are an awesome team. Reliable, talented and all around great people!
Danielle Bennink, a year ago
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Jones Media | Videography 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

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

Jones Media - Videography was a wonderful choice for our wedding video. From our first interaction, their communication was quick, amazing, and kind. The quality of their work was beautiful and fun, perfectly capturing all the special moments of our day. Their team was so sweet to work with and they were amazing in every aspect, from the office staff to the videographer. I would highly recommend Jones Media to anyone looking for a top-notch wedding videographer.
Lexi C., 4 months ago
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Motivemaker Films 
  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Capturing weddings and events for over 6 years, I'm great behind the camera and easygoing on stressful days. Let’s turn your special day into a cinematic masterpiece you’ll cherish forever! (We accept payment plans)

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