The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Santa Ynez, CA

The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Santa Ynez, CA

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397 Wedding Photographers in Santa Ynez, CA

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Moments by Frank 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
  • Offer

Your wedding deserves more than just photos—it deserves an experience. With over 15 countries captured, I create timeless, editorial, and emotionally rich images that transport you back to the moment. Every glance, every touch, every fleeting second—preserved with artistry and intention.

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

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hi There! I'm Katherine (or Kay!). I've loved weddings for as long as I could remember and I believe I have one of the best jobs in the whole world. I love being able to capture moments from one of the best days of a couples lives and I get to do it alongside my best friend, my Husband. You could call us nerds; we love Harry Potter, puzzles and video games. Our favorite vacation spot is definitely Las Vegas and we both love good Mexican food. We have two fur babies; Bella and Betsy and yes they are so spoiled. The Husband, Abraham (or Bram) is also an engineer when he's not capturing weddings and a Cal Poly alum.

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Kay & her husband both do amazing work! They make you feel comfortable and calm on a stressful day, & they truly capture all of the beautiful moments that come with a wedding. Kay will leave you not only 100% satisfied with your photos, but also like you gained a new friend. Do yourself a favor & hire her!!!!!
Alexa, 4 years ago
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Kelsey Crews Photo 
  • Classic style
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

WIFE. MOM. PHOTOGRAPHER. I was a photographer before I was ever a wife or a mom...I have dedicated my life to photography for the past 18 years or more. Throughout that time, I focused on training myself to catch those particular moments that show the best in people. I strive to capture expression and character, in the most attractive way. I really believe that I show people the way they want to be seen. Everyone is Beautiful.

Lauren Rae Weddings 
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

The dress, the flowers, the celebration... I'm obsessed with all of it! This is my dream job, that's for sure. (Not to mention my workday always ends with cake!) There's a solid chance that I will gush over how gorgeous your dress is about a million times and get teary-eyed at least once. Stressed-out bridesmaids and frantic family members always seem to relax when I show up with calm reassurance that everything will be ok- this isn't my first rodeo, and yes, your hair looks fabulous. I am not only there to capture your day, but also to be your biggest cheerleader, your advocate, dress fluffer, and lipstick-on-the-teeth checker.

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Randall de Leon Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Photography has always been a lifelong passion of mine, I picked up my first camera as a gift from my dad when I was 14 years old. Never in a million years would I have thought that my lifelong hobby could eventually become my career. I focused on my future, working my way through college and grad school to achieve my license to practice, but a part of me realized that I wanted to pursue a career that allowed me to go on adventures and meet a lot of new people. So in 2019, I took that risk, changed my hours from full time to part time and put more focus on my photography. I booked my first gig later that year and have never looked back.

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We’ve been lucky to know and work with Randall for a few years. When we finally decided to make things “official” we knew we wanted someone that does great work, that we trust, and would make us feel comfortable. We wanted our day to feel like a relaxed family event and Randall helped with that and so much more. He suggested possible locations that would meet our dream event and times to maximize the best lighting for the area. Once we settled on the location and date, he maintained excellent communication in preparation to the event to properly flesh out the day’s timetable, day of logistics, and post. On the day of our wedding he expertly directed us and our families, using the natural lighting to capture the perfect shots. We would have been lost without him, especially since no one knew how to assist with bustling my dress. During our dinner reception he seamlessly directed restaurant staff to assist in transitioning between meals/dessert/toast for more amazing shots. After the wedding he kept us updated on next steps for our pictures. Randall is truly a gem and I would recommend him to anyone looking for someone special to capture their day.
Yurida & D., a year ago
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Adam Levinstein Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Modern. Timeless. Different. Adam Levinstein Photography is a wedding studio based in Orange County with a passion for timeless storytelling. Founded in 2014, Adam has continued to photograph over 50 weddings per year, capturing special moments for each unique couple! Our goal is to photograph your day’s special moments, personalities, and love story all while allowing you to fully be present and in the moment.

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we loved our wedding photos, wonderful candid shots and Tyler has a great energy that made photography smooth on our special day. We are very happy with our photos! Business has great communication as well. Definitely recommend!!
Kinzie K., 6 months ago
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Deanna Delgado Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

In 2020, I took a leap and left my 9-to-5 job to pursue my passion for photography full-time. Now, as a dedicated wedding and lifestyle photographer, I’m thrilled to capture the special moments that mean the most to you. I take pride in delivering high-quality photos and genuinely enjoy being part of your big day. Based in Aptos, I also serve the surrounding areas of the Monterey Bay region, and I’m always ready to travel wherever your love story takes us!

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Deanna is kind,helpful and has calming energy. I love her Beautiful work and How she captured the love and silly moments throughout the day of the wedding day!
Cynthia A., 9 months ago
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Aladdin Films 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,699
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
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Aladdin Films Studio - For more than 18 years, we've been changing the Wedding Video industry, making every viewer watch and listen to our couples' love story, with their heart and soul. In addition to documenting celebrations in the United States, our team has filmed worldwide. Countries we have traveled to include Thailand, Turkey, Mauritius, India, Kazakhstan, China, Russia, Dubai, Great Britain, and so many more.

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Fun, friendly, and professional, Aladdin Films' crew performed so well on our wedding day. It was so easy to work with them, it's unbelievable, we did not worry about the videos and photos at the wedding at all. They captured every important moment of our wedding day, and the quality of the photos and the edited video was the highest. Highly recommend!
Tamela + A., 2 years ago
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Lightfall Imagery 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
  • Offer

Instagram: Lightfallimagery /// Hello! I’m Victoria and I specialize in weddings, proposals, and boudoir photography. I shoot weddings all over the world and I am a published photographer. I charge $325/hr or $2,600 for 8 hours with a free engagement or boudoir shoot. Add-ons to my packages can include videography and second shooters. Message me for more details!

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Victoria is an amazing photographer to work with! I found her on relatively short notice for my proposal (she said yes!) and had to change my plans due to inclement weather, to which Vic was flexible enough to accommodate. She was able to hideout to catch the moment candidly, followed by a beautiful beach photoshoot. Thank you Victoria for being part of our special moment!
Nijoel M., 3 months ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

* PLEASE INQUIRE ON WEBSITE* HEY! I'M ASHLEY! Aka, Your Professional third wheel! I am so happy you dropped by! I am a uber bubbly, warm hearted, person who loves to order 3 drinks at Dutch Bros and say its for other people but really its just for me. When I am not spending my lifes savings at Dutch Bros, I am professionally following peeps in love and photographing their stories. I am a lover of true crime and murder podcasts! (But I mean who isnt! I just cant help it!) FUN FACT: I speak switzerdütsch, aka a German slang. My mom is originally from Switzerland and my dad from Jamaica, so you know I am always hungry for adventures!

Awarded Best of Zola
She is so incredibly sweet and made us feel so good on our wedding day. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful! I am so grateful I found her!!
Hannah H., 10 months ago
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Joyce Li Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

I’m so excited for your special day! This is not just another transaction to me - I’m here to support you every step of the way. You want to have a Star Wars themed wedding? I’m here for it! You wanna elope in the Dolomites in Italy? I’ll all in! I want you to have the best experience and I’m here to empower you to do what feels most like you, because I care about you.

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We cannot thank Joyce enough for the incredible job she did capturing our wedding day on December 4, 2024. From the moment we met her, we knew we were in good hands. Her professionalism, creativity, and warm personality made the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. Our day began with a beautiful photo session at San Francisco City Hall, followed by our ceremony at The Palace of Fine Arts. Joyce’s ability to capture the essence of each location and the emotions of the day was truly remarkable. She has an incredible eye for detail and a talent for making even the most candid moments look like works of art. The photos she delivered are absolutely stunning. Each image tells a story and brings back the joy and love we felt on that special day. We are so grateful to have these memories preserved so beautifully. Joyce was not only a fantastic photographer but also a calming presence throughout the day. She made us feel comfortable and confident, which really shows in the photos. Her dedication to her craft and her clients is evident in every shot. If you’re looking for a wedding photographer who will go above and beyond to capture your special day, look no further than Joyce Li. We highly recommend her to any couple looking for timeless, heartfelt photography. Thank you, Joyce, for giving us memories we will cherish forever! We will definitely work together again in the future! Liza & Ramon
Elizabeth, a month ago
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Hey Honey Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hi! I'm Anna the founder and senior photographer of Hey Honey Photography. I am a Texas-born, California girl at heart. I reside in the San Francisco Bay Area, and have a team of talented wedding photographers with a passion for capturing your life’s biggest moments and all your candid in betweens. Choosing a wedding photographer is more than just hiring someone with a camera to document your day. They should be someone who inspires you, helps ease wedding day jitters, and is your biggest fan, empowering you to be in the moment, while capturing what you want to remember forever, with creativity, boldness, and authenticity.

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From the moment we started planning our wedding, Anna and the team at Hey Honey Photography were an absolute joy to work with. She was an excellent communicator even through COVID and our wedding date shifting multiple times. We could not be happier with our wedding photos, we are absolutely obsessed! All of our images came out so beautiful, Anna captured the day even better than we imagined. She not only photographed every detail, she also surprised us with a very sweet card and a sneak peek of our photos with some beautiful polaroids she took that brought us to tears. We absolutely loved working with Anna, she was very professional, sweet, and her work is amazing. We also used her services for our engagement photos and they came out beautifully as well. We highly recommend Hey Honey Photography!
Cory R., 4 months ago
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Elle & Co Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
  • Offer

I am a luxury destination photographer based in MICHIGAN, COLORADO & FLORIDA! I am ALL over Michigan and all over the nation! I have a home in Lansing, Holland & Traverse City. I travel all over Michigan capturing my clients from Lansing to Grand Rapids to the west coast of Lake Michigan to Mackinac Island & Traverse City to all metro Detroit! I have a second home in Vail/Summit County, CO as well as Clearwater Beach/Tampa. This allows me to be local to multiple places and states! This career is so much more than just showing up and taking photos. It's emotion, it's detail, it's getting to know my clients and capturing each of them uniquely.

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Dani shot our engagement session in Indiana (where we live) and our elopement in Colorado. We vetted SO.MANY photographers and the long search ended up with Elle & Co Photography and we are elated with our choice! Dani's professionalism is top-notch and she's also so fun to be around. She has a talent with her profession but her passion puts her over the edge. Dani's knowledge for locations helped us nail down the perfect elopement spot. She also nailed down our vision for our engagement session location; she is well versed in locations all around and we were thankful for all the help in planning that. The day of our elopement had unpredictable weather and I didn't want to get wet and be rained on. Dani was able to execute a plan for us to elope later in the day without any stress or hassle. She had new timeline and plans over to us immediately so we could have the perfect outside elopement and the day turned out amazing! Jed (her PHENOMENAL second hand man) brought & put up a pop up changing tent for us so I didn't have to hike in my dress the whole time. Our elopement was everything we wanted and more thanks to Dani & Jed & Elle & Co Photographer. Thank you forever!
Isabelle, a month ago
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Laurie Ann Martin Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

I'm a Northern California Wedding Photographer that captures your timeless, romantic, country weddings. I specialize in rustic wedding locations such as vineyard and winery weddings, rural barn locations , forest weddings and coastal weddings. Don't worry I do city weddings too so if its in the middle of San Francisco with a trolly car I can create your perfect wedding story.

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Laurie Ann Martin and her team are a fun and professional group to work with. She is detailed oriented and cares not only how the pictures turn out but also your experience. My eyelash came off and I wanted to cry at city hall but she not only made me happy but went to Walgreens to get eye glue lash! That is the type of all hats on board she and her team are. When they had down time before the reception, they even offered to help out non-picture wise wherever they could! She also sends little gifts and surprises but I won’t spoil it. There is one BIG surprise she does at the end but I won’t spoil that either lol. She is fortunately not shy about whether she understands whether things are communicated correctly to her, especially when it comes to the albums - I was quite detailed oriented in what I wanted in my albums and how they were designed _. Her and her teams services are of an immense value and my husband and I had ALOT of fun shooting and videoing with them. Also, the video was really great, really a must. Thank you Laurie and your team!
Tiffany, 4 months ago
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Fit the Frame photography 

4.7

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Born and raised Originally from the island of Hawaii, moved to Sacramento, California in 2011. I've been shooting photography ever since highschool and have officially started my business in 2018 focusing mainly on weddings , portraits and brand photography. Currently 27 years old, I have shot over 200 weddings (first shooter and second shooter).

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Memo really came to the rescue when we had originally booked with a studio that flaked two days prior to the wedding. Memo was extremely patient and understanding of our situation and offered us a very generous and flexible rate to accommodate us with such short notice. He maintained a positive attitude during the whole event even when the circumstances were not ideal. Memo is very professional and friendly, you can tell he is passionate about his work. We were so happy with our photos, I would definitely book him again for an anniversary shoot or a family shoot. Thanks again, Memo. :)
Jaz, 6 months ago
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Whitt Photography and Film 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,498
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
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Hi I'm Hannah and I'm from tiny fishing village in Cornwall, England but moved here to North Carolina in 2017. Fun fact, they actually filmed some of scenes for the Game of Thrones spin off, House of the dragon there! It's hard to pick favorites but if your wedding includes a dog in the bridal party, a dress with pockets and the cupid shuffle....COUNT ME IN! Among my never-ending list of dream sessions is of course a wedding at Disneyworld and the ultimate outdoorsy engagement session with the wild horses at Shackleford Banks. Don't be surprised when I ask you to add me to your pinterest boards so I can fangirl over your wedding plans.

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Whitt Photography and Film were an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding! From our initial consultation to the day of the event, Hannah and Matt were incredibly hospitable, kind, and genuine in their communication. They were always on time and made sure to put us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was truly outstanding - the photos and videos they captured were beautiful, exciting, and incredibly creative. Hannah and Matt were very intentional in the way they interacted with us and also made us feel very comfortable in front of the camera. We are thrilled with the final product and would highly recommend Whitt Photography and Film to any couple looking for a talented and professional photography team to capture their special day.
Alana A., 6 months ago
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LA Production 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $990
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
  • Offer

Having experience in all kinds of events including quinceaneras, anniversaries, and various types of engagement shoots, and having experience in shooting hundreds of weddings, we guarantee comfort and security on your wedding day. No awkward pauses and no unclear instructions during posing. You can count on our years-long expertise in the planning stage of your wedding day and on the day of. 

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We just got married in Rancho Palos Verdes last Saturday and the photographer from LA Production did an amazing job. I found them on Zola and it was an absolute win!! He was very professional and extremely supportive during complicated moments on our big day. Now looking at the sneak pics we got from them, we're so glad we chose them after all. Especially for the price they are asking! I highly recommend!!
Morgan N., 9 months ago
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Jones Media | Photo & Video 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,790
  • Serves Santa Ynez, 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.

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Jones Media was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. They are always an email away, making communication a breeze. The quality of their work and value is outstanding - they were efficient and saw my vision perfectly. They handled the day with ease and helped to capture my day so well. Jones Media made our day so memorable from start to finish by capturing the best moments. They are 100% worth every penny. If you are looking for an amazing team, look no further.
Sara M., 4 months ago
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Lo Anderson Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Lo Anderson creates a warm, inviting experience leaving you with timeless photos that will last forever! You deserve to feel celebrated and happy with your closest friends and family while I’m there to capture every detail of it! Lo's desire is to deliver images that allow you to step back into your wedding day and relive your happiest moments. A photographer you can trust and have a connection with!

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Lo takes her time with you to make you feel so seen and comfortable! Because she will put you at such ease your photos turn out amazing! She is very professional and excellent at communication. If you are looking for a wedding photographer who will capture you and your love perfectly then book Lo!! You will NOT regret it!
Kristen Thomison, 2 years ago
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Entenmann Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

The Montana photographer with multiple editing color profiles! I'm a visual storyteller local to Red Lodge MT but I travel all over. I've been to 13 countries! My goal is to deliver photos that will FEEL like you in all aspects, I'd be thrilled to capture your special day! I focus on all the iconic moments AND the heartfelt/tearful moments in between. I've been a photographer for 13 years and have loved every minute of it. This is my full time career and I'm very dedicated to it. I'm very helpful and organized, I will take care of you! You've found "the one" in each other and I'm here to be "the one" to capture your day!

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If you're looking for a wedding photographer in Montana, Julie is the one. She’s incredibly talented, not only with photography but also with planning and organization. We didn’t have to worry about a thing — she had everything perfectly outlined, which let us focus on enjoying our day. The photos were stunning, and her use of light was remarkable. Julie is also super efficient, keeping the day running smoothly without feeling rushed. I can’t recommend her enough!
Cameron S., 4 months ago
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Dylan Kyle Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

I've always had a love for color and light, and a passion for landscapes and people. Ever since highschool and into college photography was just something that, no pun intended, caught my eye. I've been shooting weddings for 6 years now and there's nothing Id rather be doing. I'm married to the love of my life Rachel, sandwiches are my favorite food and I love long walks on the beach. Seriously I do :)

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Dylan photographed our wedding at the Madonna Inn and did such a great job! We ended up with so many beautiful pictures that we could never decide which are our favorites and practically none of our friends were able to make it through the entire wedding album that we shared. He chatted with us in advance by phone, to go over all the details; and had plenty of good ideas for photo opportunities around the property on that day. Very happy with our choice to book Dylan on Zola!
Kyle K., 8 months ago
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Kaitlyn Carter Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

I am a travel photographer based out of Louisville, Kentucky. I have always been the friend with the camera admiring those around me. I am truly captivated by people simply being people, always finding beauty in human connections and the REAL. My goal is to be a calming presence, help the day run smooth, and ensure everyone in front of the camera feels COMFORTABLE. I lean toward documentary style photography emphasizing what makes your love unique.

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Kaitlyn was so great to work with and made us feel so comfortable. Her easy-going personality helped keep my stress level down throughout the day and she made sure to capture all of the moments we wanted. I am OBSESSED with our photos! She also does a great job at understanding your vision and how you want your photos to turn out, and makes sure to check in multiple times throughout the wedding planning process. Kaitlyn does great work and I highly recommend!
Alexa P., 6 days ago
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Madison Michelle Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hi! I'm Madison, a Nebraska based Wedding + Traveling Photographer documenting the side of you that doesn't feel seen, while capturing the moments that typically go unnoticed. My promise is to make you feel the best version of yourself and capture you in a way your spouse sees you.

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Madison is an incredible photographer and I will never book with anyone else! She is so fun to be around and captures the BEST moments!! I love her!!
Emily B., 9 months ago
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Heather Lee Photographs 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,100
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hi! I'm Heather, the photographer behind Heather Lee Photographs. I've always had a passion for the art of photography… learning, appreciating, and shooting all that I can. I enjoy capturing the special moments in life, helping people remember the past, and allowing them to keep those memories alive.

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Heather Lee Photographs was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our very first interaction, Heather and her team had a calming presence that put us at ease throughout the entire planning process. They were incredibly responsive to all of our questions and open to incorporating our specific ideas and preferences. The value they provided was also excellent - their pricing was transparent and competitive, and the quality of their work was simply outstanding. On the day of our wedding, Heather Lee Photography went above and beyond to ensure they captured all of the important moments we had discussed in advance, while also remaining flexible to work seamlessly within our venue's timeline. We are thrilled with the beautiful photos that will allow us to relive our special day for years to come. We highly recommend Heather Lee Photographs to any couple planning their wedding!
Rachelle R., 4 months ago
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Kristen Vincent Photography 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hello there. Holy moly, I've been photographing all the pretty things, places and people for 12 years! I am a proud Mama to 3 kiddos, so I get the chaos that comes with love, life and the little ones. I love to dive right in and figure out what story I've been invited to tell. Who are you? I want to know your why. Why do you want your pictures taken and why me. Together we'll create your wardrobe with intention and choose a location that speaks to you. I always encourage connection, music, kisses and your best dance moves.

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Where to begin?! Kristen was SUCH a trooper and beyond amazing at our Wedding on a ranch in Ramona. We battled wild weather and even had hail momentarily but Kristen helped us make the most of the weather and our umbrella shots are actually some of my favorite. We have had her do family photos since then, and love her!
Lindsay M., a year ago
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Haley Wilde Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

My name is Haley Wilde and I am a digital and 35mm film photographer based in Southern California. I specialize in all things surrounding love because I am a sucker for a good old fashioned love story. I would absolutely love to not only capture you love, but truly celebrate alongside you. I was a wedding planner for 3+ years prior to photography, so my knowledge and genuine passion for the wedding industry and serving my couples sets me apart from other photographers!

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We cannot recommend Haley enough for your wedding photography needs! We discovered Haley through Instagram and were immediately impressed by her work. From our very first interaction, Haley was incredibly responsive and easy to communicate with. Planning a wedding can be stressful, but Haley made the photography aspect seamless. My husband and I are not naturals in front of the camera, but Haley's friendly and calming demeanor put us completely at ease during our engagement shoot. She took the time to understand our personalities and preferences, which really showed in the photos. On our wedding day, Haley was a true professional. She was patient, took initiative when needed, capturing all the most precious moments—from our first look with our grandparents to our private vows. The photos turned out beautifully, and we couldn't be happier with the way she documented our special day. If you're looking for a photographer who not only captures stunning images but also makes you feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the process, Haley is the one. Whether it's engagements, weddings, or any other special event, Haley's talent and dedication shine through. Don't hesitate to hire her—you won't regret it!
Shirley, 4 months ago
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Shot By Katie Gunz 

4.5

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Katie is a published Wedding Photographer known for her warm romantic style. Over the past 7 years she has photographed many weddings throughout Southern California. She enjoys nature and loves connecting with couples who truly believe in love and creativity.

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I can only give Katie the HIGHEST recommendation. Not only is her work phenomenal, but her attention to details and prep work behind her shoots is very appreciated. We used Katie for our engagement photos and wedding photography and as a stressed bride, I really appreciated the leg work she did ahead of time to get the best shots. She came with a ton of fun ideas that really made our shoots fun and easy going. While at the wedding, she caught all the best candid and the planned parts went so smooth because she is fun to work with. I loved having Katie as our photographer and recommend her to everyone!!
Kelsey, 4 years ago
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Peterson Design & Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

We are a husband and wife duo who specialize in colorful and bright imagery for fun, vibrant and modern couples. Our mission is to provide an enjoyable, relaxed and fun experience in front of the camera and beautiful photographs that you will treasure for a lifetime.

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Marisa and Tim were absolutely amazing! We had originally planned for them to photograph our micro wedding in December 2020. However, due to Covid protocols, that was not possible. Because of this, they were incredibly accommodating and we had a newlywed session in November 2021 at the LA Arboretum. Since it was our first photoshoot, my husband and I were nervous. Throughout the entire process, Marisa maintained communication, was super helpful with providing tips, and calmed our nerves! The photoshoot was so much fun! Marisa and Tim made us laugh the entire time, always keeping in mind the details that were important to us. If you’re looking for photographers who will partner with you while also creating beautiful photographs, we highly recommend them!
Stephanie, 3 years ago
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Gui Bittencourt Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hi! My name is Gui Bittencourt, and I’m a multicultural wedding photographer based in Los Angeles, CA. Since 2017, I’ve had the honor of working with couples from around the world, documenting their love stories in different shapes and colors. My photography style focuses on telling your story through candid shots and gentle prompts to truly capture the feeling of your special day. Over the past seven years, my business has consistently received 5-star ratings across every platform. Please take a moment to explore my portfolio and reviews. If you feel I might be the right fit for your wedding, I’d love to chat with you.

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GUI very pleasant and charismatic his professionalism captured all the special moments of our wedding day 8-8 We look back on all the pictures and can feel the Love shared that day grateful for GUI we will choose him for all our future special occasions not only because of the quality but for his passion and dedication , beyond happy!
Aaron & P., 7 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Santa Ynez, CA

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

A Santa Ynez, CA wedding photographer ranges from $185 to $20,000 and averages at $3,000. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in Santa Ynez, 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 Santa Ynez, 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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