The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in San Luis Obispo, CA

The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in San Luis Obispo, CA

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281 Wedding Photographers in San Luis Obispo, CA

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Dylan Kyle Photography 

5.0

San Luis Obispo, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,700

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 Kyle Photography was a fantastic choice for our wedding photographer. From our very first interaction, their communication style was casual yet professional, and they were incredibly reasonable with their packages. Their work is simply stunning - the photos Dylan& his assistant Hugo captured of our special day are absolutely beautiful and will allow us to relive those precious moments for years to come. The Dylan Kyle team was present throughout the day, providing us with professionally designed pamphlets that included helpful suggestions for enjoying the wedding, descriptions of what to expect from the photographer, and even recommendations for other vendors. They were punctual, realistic, creative, and most importantly, they made the experience fun. We are thrilled with the high-quality results and would highly recommend Dylan Kyle Photography to any couple planning their wedding.
Kaylah V., 10 months ago
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Burlap & Oak Wedding Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

I grew up on California's Central Coast and obtained a minor in Photography from Cal Poly SLO. My love for photography started in high school and has always been my sole aspiration. As a photographer, I understand that photos hold cherished memories that last a lifetime. Whether it's with family, friends, or loved ones, photos capture precious moments that we can revisit time and time again. These snapshots serve as a visual reminder of the joys we've experienced and the people we've shared them with.

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WOW!! Andy is such an incredibly talented photographer & great person. We absolutely love our wedding photos and couldn’t be any happier! He is so creative and captured the entire day so well. We highly recommend hiring Burlap and Oak for your wedding day!!!!!
Amanda F., 8 months ago
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April Simmons Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

I'm a passionate wedding photographer dedicated to capturing the authentic beauty and emotions of your special day. With a deep love for storytelling through timeless, fine art imagery, I focus on creating photographs that reflect the unique essence of each couple. Serving my clients with care and attention to detail is at the heart of everything I do, ensuring that your memories are preserved with love and artistry.

We couldn’t be more thrilled with our experience working with April! From start to finish, she was incredibly communicative and attentive, always making sure our vision for our wedding and engagement photos was understood. April made us feel so comfortable throughout the process, which was especially important for us as we’re not used to being in front of the camera. The photos themselves are stunning! Each shot beautifully captures the love, emotion, and special moments of our big day. We were blown away by how she was able to seamlessly blend candid moments with beautifully composed portraits. What really sets April apart is how she went above and beyond to ensure everything went smoothly. Whether it was helping with last-minute adjustments on the day of or offering thoughtful suggestions during our engagement shoot in San Luis Obispo and Pismo Beach, she made us feel like we were the top priority. We can’t recommend April enough for anyone looking for a wedding or engagement photographer. If you want someone who’s professional, easy to work with, and capable of delivering truly breathtaking images, she is the perfect choice! Thank you again for making our day so special and for capturing memories we will cherish forever!
Rebecca G., a year ago
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Carson Shoemaker Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Hi, I’m Carson Shoemaker, a wedding photographer based on California’s Central Coast. My wife and I run this business together, and we truly love being part of such a meaningful day in each couple’s life. Our approach is centered around candid, natural moments with gentle guidance when needed, creating a relaxed experience from start to finish. We’re honored to document celebrations throughout California and beyond.

Carson is the so talented, professional, timely, and the best eye! I was so pleased with my photos because he followed exactly what i wanted and was so flexible about changes! He did his homework on what I wanted and made it come to life! He’s the BEST photographer and definitely worth booking!!
Alexis and E., 2 years ago
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Lasting Imagery 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Hey there! I’m Grant — the guy behind the camera. When I got married, my photographer totally missed the mark. The photos were terrible and that stuck with me. So I decided to become the kind of wedding photographer I wish we had: someone who listens, notices the little moments, and captures the real magic (without making it weird). With Lasting Imagery, I focus on timeless images, genuine emotions, and a laid-back vibe that makes you forget the camera’s even there. If you want beautiful photos and a photographer who actually cares — I’m your guy. Let’s make some memories — the kind you’ll want to frame, not forget.

Narbear Studios was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. Their communication was prompt and professional throughout the entire process, putting us at ease. The quality of their work was exceptional, with beautiful photos that showed their attention to detail and skill in editing each image individually. They took the pressure off us on the big day, expertly capturing all the special moments without us having to worry about posing or making sure every group photo was taken. We are thrilled with the final results and would highly recommend Narbear Studios to any couple looking for an outstanding wedding photography experience.
Stacey C., 9 months ago
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Tali Rae Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Timeless & Ethereal For the free spirited lovers with a sense of passion and adventure. Let me capture your day that’ll last a lifetime Earth tones + Western feel. I love love, life is about finding the one your soul loves and being selfless for each other, to me that’s the most beautiful thing you can do.

Taliah Parsons Photography was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding day. From our initial consultation, Taliah demonstrated clear communication, active listening, and a genuine understanding of our vision. On the day of, she made me feel beautiful and cared for, capturing the genuine, special moments with her stunning, artistic eye. Taliah's work is truly beautiful, and we are so grateful to have such lovely photos to remember our special day. I would highly recommend Taliah Parsons Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.
Vanessa F., a year ago
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All My Stars Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

I first picked up a camera in high school and was instantly obsessed with the process and possibilities of capturing images. I went on to study at The San Francisco Art Institute and transferred to The Art Center, College of Design in Pasadena, earning a BFA in Photography. I began my career as a photographer in a Los Angeles product photo studio. While working there, I found I had a talent for photo retouching. I worked as a professional retoucher for many years and know what many celebrities really look like hah! I made my way back to freelance photography after having my daughter in 2013.

We LOVED working with Gennan. Out photos are spectacular, abundant and just what we hoped for. I love that she schedules a call with you to discuss your style and vibes, to get to know you a bit. She was responsive through email prior to the big day, and I was so impressed she even brought some of the inspo pics I had sent for us to recreate. She was very professional while being easy and fun to shoot with! She even resent some photos that were B&W that we wanted in color. Edits were lovely. Now our only problem is trying to choose from so many favorites.
Heather & G., 2 years ago
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Lightfall Imagery 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA
  • Offer

Pricing: $350/hr | Instagram: Lightfallimagery /// Hello! I’m Victoria and I specialize in wedding, proposal, and boudoir photography. I photograph people all over the world and I am a published photographer. I charge $350/hr or $2,800 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Victoria. My husband is very shy and hates taking pictures. Not only did she make him feel comfortable, she captured his joy and good nature. Everything felt natural and real which is what we were hoping to have captured for our wedding day. She captured his essence, all that I love about him and us. Even the fun “staged” photos came out great. I would recommend her a thousand times over.
Charlene Q., 9 months ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, 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
Hiring Ashley was easily one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. She’s bubbly, kind, and makes you feel like you’ve been friends forever. The day of our wedding went by so fast, but every single image she captured brings me back in an instant. She not only captured our love story, but captured our friends and family beautifully. Every silly moment, tender exchange and happy tear was published in our gallery — and for that, I am forever grateful. THANK YOU Ashley & Meredith, our wedding day was all the more special with your talent!
Alyssa K., 2 years ago
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Heather Lee Photographs 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
If I could give Heather 15 stars I would. I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer, she is absolutely amazing. She captured every moment perfectly, when I look at our pictures it’s like reliving our special day all over again. Don’t look any further, if you come across Heather stop your search! She is worth every single penny and more.
Shellie J., 6 months ago
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Hey Honey Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, 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., a year ago
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Entenmann Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
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., a year ago
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Gui Bittencourt Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

I'm a Brazilian photographer and filmmaker based in Los Angeles, specializing in multicultural weddings since 2018. I've photographed couples from over 40 countries, blending traditions from Mexico to Morocco, India to Ireland, Japan to Brazil. My style is vibrant, natural, and true to life—focused on authentic emotion and joyful moments.

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We discovered Gui on Zola and reached out because of his experience with photographing marriages for various cultures and from various backgrounds. Gui's photographs also caught our eye as there were great candid shots to capture the moment and sweet posed ones. When we met with Gui over zoom to get to know each other, he was kind, responsive, and knowledgable. Gui helped put us at ease, and it was a fairly quick decision to go with him after we met. We did an engagement photo session with Gui. He was very flexible when the park we wanted to do the session at was closed. We were able to pivot, and Gui took incredible photos in the new location. Gui also did not pressure us always asking if we were okay with the poses, but adjusting us for better shots. We were so happy with the engagement photos. On the day of the wedding, Gui was prompt and punctual. We took a few shots before the ceremony. During the ceremony, Gui captured all the key moments, but we also received compliments from our guests that he did not distract or take away from teh ceremony. Gui did great with the family photos and was very gracious in the many photos with friends during the reception. We cannot recommend Gui enough. His demeanor helped to relieve any stress around the photos both during the engagement session and the wedding. Gui's experience with many different couples has helped him develop cultural sensitivity which he uses to capture and highlight the unique moments of their ceremony. Thank you so much, Gui, for all your help during the wedding.
Alex & A., 5 months ago
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Lo Anderson Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

I’m Lo, a wedding and elopement photographer creating warm, intentional imagery for couples who value connection and being fully present on their wedding day. My approach is calm, people-focused, and storytelling-driven—capturing your day as it naturally unfolds while preserving the emotion, movement, and meaningful details that make it yours. My goal is to deliver timeless photos that let you step right back into how your wedding day felt.

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Hire Lo. You won't regret it. Not only does she know what she is doing in terms of getting all the planned shots, she got incredible candid shots and live shots of my groom and I, our families, and our guests. As we've been looking back so far at our pictures, we get to relive the emotion of the day. It's the intangible thing that an incredible photographer can do--capture the emotion. I can feel our joy radiating out of our photos and I am so grateful I hired Lo. Years from now we are going to get to experience this day over-and-over because the quality of her photos is incredible. The variety of shots she was able to get makes it seem like she had second shooter (but she's just that good). Our first look was perfect. She made sure we got some golden hour shots and then got us right back to dinner so we could eat. She also is incredible at giving minor adjustment tips to make sure we weren't doing anything weird with our hands lol. Additionally, and this was big for me, working with her ahead of the wedding she reminded me how to be excited for this day. Wedding planning was stressful, but every time I got to talk to Lo she got me back to a place of being excited and joyful. The day-of when she showed up, she helped make sure we had everything covered, and kept me calm even when some things went wrong. I felt like I not only had a great photographer, but a friend who had my back and wanted to make sure my day went perfect. I am so glad we hired Lo. My groom teared up looking back at some of these photos. Hire Lo!
Zoë V., 9 months ago
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Alyssa Ryan Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA
  • Offer

I’m a born and raised Southern California girl and am now based out of Chandler, Arizona. I've been married to my husband for over 10 years and we have 2 beautiful daughters together. I've been photographing weddings for over 10 years now and love it more than ever. What I love about photography and especially wedding photography is how I’m able to connect with myself and others. I believe that your soul knows when it’s onto something good. Brings a new meaning to the term “soulmate” doesn’t it? That’s why I’m so passionate about creating art with you and your loved ones in mind.

If you are looking for a wedding photographer your search is over! Alyssa was the best photographer we could have ever chosen for our wedding and I hope to have her take all of our future family photos. Alyssa did our engagement photos at Sauguaro Lake, a photo shoot with my Mom's wedding dress, our civil ceremony at the courthouse, and our wedding day in Puerto Vallarta. Every single photo she took turned out so beautiful, artistically telling the story in each event. I will especially forever cherish the polaroids she took. At the end of our wedding night we had a photo album capturing the the night, which was such a special touch! Her work is not only beautiful, her personality is too. We instantly connected and I felt like I had friend by my side at each photoshoot. She makes you feel so comfortable and helps direct you into the most flattering, natural poses. I highly highly highly reccommend chosing Alyssa Ryan Photography for your wedding day!
Ariana L., a year ago
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Kaitlyn Carter Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., a year ago
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IRENE M PHOTO 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

California-based wedding photographer that's passionate about creating classic, timeless images that you'll cherish for forever. My approach is all about connection. I take the time to truly understand what matters most to you, so your photos reflect your unique love story, style, and vision. More than just a pretty picture means, I’m also here to make the entire experience feel easy, comfortable, and fun. I want you to feel like you’re spending the day with a friend who happens to have a camera—and knows exactly how to capture your best moments. From intimate in between moments to grand moments, you get the complete coverage.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have used Irene 3 times- engagement pics, wedding, and holiday card. Each time was such a JOY. She captured the emotion of each event. Irene is so easy to communicate with; I recommend her anytime someone mentions a photographer.
Casey, 10 months ago
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Celebrations Captured Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Celebrations Captured Photography is a local studio providing wedding photography to newly engaged couples. Owner and Master Photographer Eric Andrew founded the company with the goal to create timeless images that will be cherished for a lifetime and for generations to come.

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We absolutely loved our wedding photos! The team was fantastic—on time, friendly, and professional throughout the entire day. From the moment I first connected with Eric, he was responsive, helpful, and always available to answer any questions I had during the planning process. The final photos were stunning and beautifully captured the beauty of the day. If I had one wish, it would be that we had a few more portraits of just the two of us looking directly into the camera. Still, we’re very happy with the results and grateful for the memories they preserved so well. I Highly recommend working with Eric and his team!
Kamika W., 9 months ago
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Savannah Rose Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Hello! I’m Savannah, the photographer behind Savannah Rose Photography. Like so many, photography started out as a fun hobby, and I have been fortunate enough to be able to make it my career. For the past 10 years I have been able to use my passion for art and photography to help my clients create uniquely beautiful memories that they will enjoy for years to come. I am definitely guilty of being a bit of a perfectionist which ensures that I do everything I can to give you the best photography experience. Whether it be portrait session or on your wedding day.

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The quality of Savannah’s work is absolutely outstanding. As an upcoming bride, I wanted someone who would be able to capture intimate moments and make us feel comfortable enough to be ourselves and have that reflected in our photos. The photos we received reflect Savannah’s creativity, artistic style, and attention to detail. A part from the high quality of product she produces, her talent has been proven over her many years in the industry, and that is abundantly evident. She was very communicative throughout, leading up to our engagement photoshoot and after. We just received our engagement photos and we were overjoyed. We will be coming back for our special moments to be captured by the one and only, Savannah Rose!
Karina M., a year ago
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Julia Goldberg Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Hi! My name is Julia and I am a wedding and elopement photographer based in San Francisco. Photography is not just a job to me, it is truly my passion and my absolute favorite thing to do. I love getting to know each and every one of the couples that I photograph to fully understand their personality to deliver photos that are perfectly unique to them! I will help you along every little step of the way of planning your elopement or wedding. I am always available for a chat!

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We loved our experience with Julia. She was very good with her communication from the beginning. She started out with making sure she knew what we wanted from the shoot and then made sure we knew what things to bring so we'd be prepared for the shoot. Julia has a naturally open personality and it was fun to talk to her during the shoot. To finish it off, the pictures she gave back to us were absolutely gorgeous! 10/10 experience all the way through :)
Savannah H., 3 years ago
Picture This Wedding 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Picture This Wedding is a wedding photography & Videogrphy and company based . They have been in business for more than a decade, so they know that planning your dream wedding is no small undertaking. The process can feel pretty stressful, but they have the talent and experience required to put your mind at ease. Their team is comprised of many talented photographers, each with their own style. Picture This Wedding can match you with the member of their team who is just right for you. They cover weddings all across the country and around the world, so they are ready to follow wherever love may lead.

Picture This Wedding was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the moment we first spoke with Kristin and Brendan, their communication was quick, efficient, and interactive. The quality of their work was simply stunning - the photos they captured are truly beautiful and have allowed us to relive our special day over and over. Kristin, our photographer for the day, was hilarious and had our entire wedding party laughing throughout the photography portion of the event. Highly recommend the Kristin and Brendan combo - they were so much fun to work with and full of great ideas to make our wedding day perfect.
Shantelle L., a year ago
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Your Wedding Day Film 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves San Luis Obispo, CA

Your Wedding Day Film is a Florida-based destination wedding photography and videography company. I’m Vanessa, and storytelling is at the heart of everything we do. Our skilled team captures the emotion, beauty, and candid moments of your special day. We specialize in photography, with the option to add videography, so you can relive your wedding through stunning images and cinematic films. From planning to delivery of your galleries and videos within 4–6 weeks, we’re with you every step of the way, local or destination. When I’m not behind the camera, I enjoy time with family, friends, or taking our German Shepherd mix at the dog beach.

Awarded Best of Zola
Vanessa and her team are on it! She listens, gives feedback and produces an excellent product. So pleased with her work and her communication throughout the process! We are pleased from start to finish! There we so many moving pieces and we are glad she captured them all!
R L., 4 months ago