The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Santa Ana, CA

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Santa Ana, CA

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Easton Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

I'm Nancy, photographer and creative behind Easton Studios. Fourteen years in and I'm even more obsessed than when I started. Simply put: I create badass photos, keep the process quick and efficient, and get you back to your guests ASAP. I geek out over lighting and create dramatic scenes from inspiring light around your venue. Hundreds of weddings in and I’m so excited every time the light ‘speaks’ to me.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Easton Studios was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From our very first interaction, the team was incredibly kind, professional, and responsive. They truly listened to our vision and delivered photographs that exceeded our expectations. Easton Studios is a fantastic value, with a talented team of artists who are true perfectionists. Nancy's energy and high-quality work made our special day even better. Easton Studios went above and beyond to make our wedding day unforgettable. Support a woman-owned small business! Nancy Easton was fantastic to work with and we highly recommend her and her team.”
Anwar and A., 2 years ago
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Wishwell Inc. 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA
  • Offer

We're Toby & Lauren — a husband and wife photography and film team based in Vista, CA. Since 2010, we've had the privilege of capturing thousands of weddings together. We built Wishwell because we believe every couple deserves a luxury photo and video experience with a team that truly cares. We don't just show up on your wedding day — we walk with you through the entire journey, making sure you feel supported, seen, and celebrated every step of the way. Want an accurate price for your exact hours or add-ons? Try the live pricing calculator on our website for an instant, personalized quote.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Toby has done my daughter’s newborn photos and other Christmas time photos of our family. He always makes us feel so comfortable. Recently he did our family photos again and we tried a new venue - the beach. The outcome brought me to tears! I was so impressed with his ability to get our daughter’s personality and to capture the moments of love between us. It is truly endearing and memories we will cherish for a lifetime.”
Lindsey M., 2 years ago
David and Blanca Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

Welcome! We are a husband and wife team and have been married for over 8 years and are blessed with two kids, Josiah and Esther. Family is the most important thing in our lives and it is the reason why we absolutely love photographing weddings and family events. We strive to capture every meaningful moment throughout your big day as it happens. We love meeting new people and our goal is to deliver amazing photos and great service.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Highly recommend David and Blanca Photography! They are truly amazing at what they do and such a pleasure to work with. They were so accommodating to plan changes and unforeseen delays on our end the day of the wedding, and they made sure to get all of our requested shots and then some. Their vision and direction for our portraits gave us the most beautiful memories of our wedding day, and we are so grateful to have had their services. They were always quick to respond with any questions, and provided an update after the wedding on when we could expect to receive our photos. Again, highly recommend!!”
Nicole C., 2 years ago
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Ria Georgia 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Santa Ana, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,750

Hi! I'm Ria, but my friends call me Ri. I'm a Southern California based photographer traveling worldwide for weddings, elopements & love. There's nothing that makes me happier than making other people feel fucking GREAT about themselves. I care about eternalizing your story, no matter your race, gender, sexuality or body type — i’m here for you.

“My husband and I hired Ria to capture our engagement and wedding photos and she absolutely exceeded our expectations in every way possible! We both are usually pretty awkward in front of the camera, but she made us feel so comfortable and confident in what we were doing. Not only is Ria the BIGGEST hype girl, but she is also kind, professional, and extremely talented. We just received a few sneak peeks after our wedding this past weekend and were amazed at how perfectly she was able to capture every tiny detail and special moment. My husband and I will cherish the photos that she took for years to come. Hire this girl, you won't regret it!!”
Kyra M., 3 years ago
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Weddings by KArt & Kseni Vibe 
Rating: 5.0 (64 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

We are the eye behind the lens, capturing your wedding love story with heart. Based in OC and LA, We specialize in weddings, freezing every emotion - your vows, first dance, and joy. We are here for you, guiding with care to reflect your natural, beautiful selves. Let’s create unforgettable memories - just DM in IG ksenivibe

Awarded Best of Zola
“Kseniia exceeded all our expectations with her photography at our reception. From the very first consultation, her creative vision and attention to detail were evident, and she worked closely with us to capture every moment we had imagined. Her ability to blend candid and posed shots made for a diverse and truly memorable collection of photos. During our reception, Kseniia moved gracefully through the event, capturing not just the highlights but also the subtle, intimate moments that made the day unique. Every photo reflected the atmosphere and emotion of the occasion, allowing us to relive the experience over and over again. Her professionalism and responsiveness meant that every detail we requested was perfectly executed, ensuring that nothing was overlooked. We were absolutely thrilled with the final results. Not only did Kseniia deliver everything we asked for, but she also brought her own artistic flair to the project, turning our memories into beautiful works of art. We couldn’t be happier with her work and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for exceptional, heartfelt photography.”
Hoda, a year ago
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Jenny Markham Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (34 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

Jenny Markham has been photographing weddings and love stories for over 6 years. Born and raised California girl with a love for art, vintage finds, and cooking. Documenting you for who you are. Be present and I will make sure you never forget how it felt. I want you to have an incredible experience and beautiful photos.

Awarded Best of Zola
“jenny was absolutely incredible! i cannot recommend her enough. she was so sweet, responsive, helpful and knew exactly what we were looking for. our engagement and wedding photos came out so great. she was also easy and smooth to work with and made being in front of the camera less daunting. could not be any happier with her!”
Madeline B., 9 months ago
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Marry Me Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA
  • Offer

Being in the production industry for more than 10 years, we've been through a lot, we've seen a lot, and we've captured a lot of beautiful moments on tape for our past clients who have become a part of our family.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Marry Me Studio was an excellent choice for our wedding photography. Iman's communication was efficient, polite, and professional throughout the entire process. They show up on time and work efficiently. The quality of the work and the value provided were outstanding. The photos from our engagement session were fantastic, and we can't wait to see the wedding photos, which we know will be just as excellent. They really know what they are doing and were also open to incorporating our specific preferences. The Marry Me Studio team made sure the entire event was properly captured, and we are confident the final photos and video will beautifully preserve the memories of our special day.”
Kylowna M., a year ago
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Intertwine Photo & Video 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA
  • Offer

Intertwine Films is a photo + video team capturing weddings as they actually unfold. Real moments, real energy, zero forced vibes. We focus on connection over perfection, movement over posing, and stories that feel lived-in, emotional, and timeless. If it felt big to you, it matters to us.

“Our wedding photo & video experience with the Intertwine Films team was incredible from start to finish. From day one, everything felt easy, organized, and intentional. The team showed up prepared, asked thoughtful questions, and offered guidance that made it clear they truly knew their craft, and cared about getting it right. Communication was always on point. Bryan were quick to respond, kept us in the loop, and really took the time to understand our vision for both our engagement session and wedding day. On the day itself, they were calm, confident, and totally in control, in the best way. Nothing ever felt rushed. When it came to group shots, they struck the perfect balance of assertive and friendly, making sure everyone felt comfortable, included, and relaxed. And the final work? Ahhh I can't even!!! Absolute we're hoping for! Every photo and film we’ve seen is beautifully composed, full of emotion, especially the b&w. We couldn’t be happier and would recommend Intertwine Films to anyone looking for a photo & video team that brings great energy, professionalism and heart to what they do.”
Jess R., 10 months ago
Chic-Chic-Weddings. Photo & Video Team 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

I’m Anton, the founder and lead photographer of our intimate wedding photo and video production team, based in California, and traveling worldwide. If you’re looking for modern photos and videos that capture the energy of your wedding day with both ideal editorial portraits and documentary unposed moments filled with genuine emotions, we are here to bring your wedding vision to life!

Awarded Best of Zola
“Couldn’t be happier with Anton and Chic Chic’s photos! He’s a pleasure to work with. He captured as much of us as he could with such a long and eventful 12 hour day. Balancing composition without overexposing made such elegant and airy photos and was of high importance to me. The photos came out beautifully and I actually wish I had more family photos. We loved the balance of documentary and editorial photography. Thank you Anton! Highly recommend!”
Lauren, a year ago
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Abby Taylor Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

Hi I’m Abby! been told all my life that I have an artistic flair and a gift for creativity, but that’s not the only reason why I started my career in wedding photography. I’m the biggest romantic and feel things deeply — in my photography there’s no detail in your connection that goes unnoticed. The little winks and smirks that silently set your soul on fire, the quirks that stay hidden to everybody else but you, and the parts of them that somehow make you fall in love with them even more… They’re how I tell stories because I know that in time, those are the things you’ll cherish the most.

“Abby made our day unforgettable. She had this ease about her that calmed me throughout the day. Anything I wanted to make sure we included she made it happen - even the smallest detail that I had forgotten about she remembered. She drove me up a mountain for first look photos. That right there is dedication. Not only was she supportive as a professional, it was great to have her there as a friend. I would recommend this amazing photographer to anyone. The quality of her work shows through her photos and her work ethic. She had sneak peak photos emailed to me the literal next day. Abby is an absolute wonder, and I will forever be grateful she was there to capture the most perfect moments of the most beautiful day. Thank you, Abby!”
Kayla and G., 2 years ago
HoneyAnne Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,895
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

Hi, I’m Annie! Welcome to HoneyAnne Photography! I'm based in both Southern California and Virginia—sounds a little unusual, I know! My photography style combines the timeless elegance of editorial imagery with the heartfelt authenticity of documentary photography —each gallery is designed to feel like your favorite magazine spread or Pinterest board! I believe that everyone deserves beautiful, film-inspired photos that capture their story. HoneyAnne Photography was inspired by the golden warmth of honey. Much like the taste of honey is comforting and sweet, I want your experience with me to feel warm, inviting, and unforgettable.

“From the first time we spoke with Annie from HoneyAnne Photography, we felt an instant connection with her warm and friendly demeanor. She listened intently to our vision for the day and was incredibly accommodating, meeting us at a scenic beach location we had recommended. During the portrait session, Annie gently guided us through poses while also allowing us to suggest our own ideas, creating a relaxed and collaborative environment. Her positive energy and creative eye shone through in the final photos, which beautifully captured the joy and intimacy of our special day. HoneyAnne Photography's exceptional service and stunning imagery would make them our top choice for any couple looking for an incredibly talented and kind-hearted wedding photographer.”
Alexandra, a year ago
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Ovation(Lite) Photography & Design 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

Elise is a wedding photographer based in Southern California whose style is candid and inspiring, with heeps of romantic photojournalism. Experienced in intimate weddings, destination weddings and elopements, she is available for world travel wherever love may take her.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Ovation(Lite) Photography & Design was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Elise, the photographer, has a very professional yet kind communication style that immediately put us at ease. Her years of experience were evident in the thoughtful way she posed us and our wedding party to capture gorgeous, detailed photos. Elise helped everyone know exactly what to do and where to stand to get the best possible shots. We were thrilled to receive our full gallery of amazing photos back in just 2 weeks - a true testament to Ovation(Lite)'s efficiency and dedication. We couldn't be happier with the quality of their work and highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.”
Ariel M., 8 months ago
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Sarah Yates Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

I'll keep this short and sweet because truly, it's not about me. I'm here to get to know you and understand you. I'm a mom to my sweet baby boy, a wife to my college sweetheart, and my passion for my work comes from one place — getting to know you, understand you, and photograph your love with integrity.

“Sarah and her team exceeded all our expectations. Their talent and professionalism shone through every photo, beautifully capturing the essence and emotions of our wedding. We highly recommend this team to capture your day!”
Melissa B., 2 years ago
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Ovation Photography & Design 
Rating: 4.9 (7 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

Elise is a wedding photographer based in Southern California whose style is candid and inspiring, with heeps of romantic photojournalism. Experienced in intimate weddings, destination weddings and elopements, she is available for world travel wherever love may take her.

Awarded Best of Zola
“From our first conversation with Elissa at Ovation Photography & Design, we knew we had found the right fit. She was incredibly helpful throughout the planning process and answered all of our questions with kindness and professionalism. On our wedding day, Elissa made sure to capture us in photos from start to finish, and her candid shots of us and our guests are absolutely stunning. What really stood out was how she made the whole experience feel easy and enjoyable. Even after the wedding, she went above and beyond by editing a photo we asked about, which shows her genuine commitment to her clients. We couldn't be happier with the quality of her work and would recommend Ovation Photography & Design to any couple.”
Alyssa L., 4 months ago
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Erin Marton Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,500
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

Since 2018, I've organically captured intentional connection at weddings. Above all, I want you to walk away from your wedding feeling like you and your new spouse were able to be completely present, immersed in a whirlwind of laughter and dancing and hugs from everyone you love most. Your photos should be a perfect reflection of that. The dream scenario is that you have a wedding photographer who gives off best friend energy and captures the day freely, unreservedly, with all the passion and excitement in the world because photographing love is a genuine pleasure and joy. I have been that person for many and would love to do it for you too.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Erin is a 12/10 and worth every penny. She was so kind, attentive, professional, and an absolute pleasure to work with. She made it a point to get to know my husband and I as a couple, and was always a text away to answer any questions I had. Her work is absolutely STUNNING, and exactly what we were looking for: colorful, natural, editorial, and candid. She is the best of the best I wish I could get married again just to have more photos!”
Daniella R., 2 years ago
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Wesley D Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

I’m a wedding photographer who believes the best moments usually happen between the planned ones. My approach is relaxed, candid, and people-first, focusing on real laughs, genuine emotion, and the kind of moments that can’t be recreated. I’ll guide you just enough to keep things comfortable and natural, then step back so you can actually enjoy your day while I quietly tell the story as it unfolds.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We were one of the first couple weddings at the incredible Victoria Ranch in Vista. Daniel had shot events there in the past and led us to several very picturesque spots for photos. He was funny when we needed a laugh. He was patient when we needed some coaching. And he was thorough when we got to see our 450 picture wedding file! Thank you Daniel for helping our day be the best wedding day ever (Biased)”
Brian L., 2 years ago
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Nadia & Gunnar 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

We are Nadia & Gunnar. We love being outside. We met during our early years in college on our school swim team and had a few photography classes together. It was through our mutual love of photography that we started dating.  Fast forward 9 years we are now married!!!   We are both passionate with two diverse backgrounds: Nadia in fine art and Gunnar in journalism/documentary film making. When it comes to shooting we feel we are blessed to be able to pursue what we love together. We are all about what’s real; capturing life’s small (and large!) moments.

“My husband and I absolutely loved working with Nadia and Gunnar! We met with them ahead of time at a local brewery and quickly learned that they would be a great fit. Their photography style is bold and beautiful, and the couple is very professional and easy to work with. It was so hard to narrow down our selection because there were soo many great shots! I can’t wait to work with them again some day! Highly recommend!”
Erin & T., 6 years ago
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Jesscaste Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

"Who's that girl, it's Jess!" Hey guys, I'm Jess! I love all things New Girl, The Legend of Zelda, and Broadway Musicals! I like to describe myself as Jessica Day, minus the really talented singing voice, but just overall kind of quirky and nerdy. I love capturing love stories, and fan girling hard core over all things wedding! If you need someone who is going to help you walk through your planning process, I'm your girl! You can also catch me binge eating tacos and ice cream while editing until 3am!

“Jesscaste Photography was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding! From the moment we first spoke, Jessica was friendly, excited, and incredibly professional. As an experienced photographer, she worked quickly and efficiently to capture all the special moments of our big day. The quality of their work was amazing - the photos are stunning, and we were so impressed that they were able to provide us with sneak peek pictures the same day! Jessica took the time to meet with us ahead of the wedding to create the perfect timeline, which helped everything run smoothly. We are thrilled with the final results and would highly recommend Jesscaste Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.”
Megan S., a year ago
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Candid Moment Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

I am a documentary wedding photographer blended with an editorial approach, and I aim to capture those special moments naturally as they unfold. I'm inspired by the genuine affection my clients have towards each other and look to document & craft your wedding photos with a candid eye. I don't want to dictate your day but let you enjoy your day. I may suggest small things like shooting portraits when the light is perfect, such as when the sun is going down, or I'll suggest taking a moment to embrace your partner & remind you to be affectionate on your wedding day. It's how I ensure you get beautiful natural images full of emotion.

“Jesus was our wedding photographer for our special day. From our first interaction, Jesus showed confidence in his experience as a wedding photographer. He took the time to understand what I imagined my wedding photos would look like that is how he carefully planned, & captured my wedding photos. Jesus arrived 1 week early before the wedding day to scout out locations, shared photos with us, and seamlessly incorporated them into our timeline. We felt like we not only had a talented photographer, but also a day-of coordinator who helped ensure our wedding day ran smoothly. He made sure we not only captured the photos we would love but also took the time and went above and beyond to take care of us as people, offering to get water and making sure we had drinks or food. Ive never had an experience with another wedding photographer but I imagine its not a level of service thats common in the industry. The variety and quality of the final photos exceeded our expectations, and we are extremely happy to have such beautiful, and meaningful heirlooms from our celebration. We highly recommend Candid Moment Photo to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.”
Vanessa & F., 2 years ago
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Eyeblink Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

For us, it is all about documenting your day as it unfolds. We are believers that the best photographs come from letting everything flow. We don't believe in interrupting special moments to get a safe (posed) photo. On the contrary, we capture all moments: the fun, the crazy, the unexpected. We will get your dad in tears when he sees you in your wedding gown, and will also take your nephew in the middle of a tantrum. All that is part of your story. When you see your photos in 5 years, you will remember how your special day FELT and not only how it looked. You don't have to worry about photos, you just have to enjoy your day at the fullest.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Fernanda is amazing to work with. She's able to capture candid pictures of every moment in your event. I love how bright and true to tone her images come out and she avoids filters. I loved working with Fernanda!”
Griselda, 3 years ago
By Alexa Leigh 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA
  • Offer

I'm a self taught wedding and lifestyle photographer, with a special love for natural light and minimalism. My style is styled documentary + editorial perspective blended with a lot of candid content. I'm also a passionate traveler and love the outdoors. My mission is is to cultivate authenticity and, in turn, create memories in a true-to-life style that best reflects who you are and this life-changing moment by documenting your wedding day. I’m here to celebrate new beginnings, capture the smallest details, and emphasize your individuality.

“From our first conversation with Alexa, we knew we had found our photographer. She asked thoughtful questions about our family and wanted to understand the dynamics so she could capture moments that mattered to us. On our wedding day, Alexa was calm and easy to work with, which helped us relax and just enjoy the experience. Her eye for detail showed in every frame—she caught the small, intimate moments that tell our love story. The photos feel creative and genuine, not stiff or posed. We'd absolutely recommend By Alexa Leigh to any couple looking for a photographer who truly cares about getting to know you.”
Natalie A., 6 months ago
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Snatched Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

We’re JP and Rachel, a husband-and-wife team, focusing on how your wedding is experienced as much as how it is photographed. We document weddings through honest emotion and intentional imagery, drawn to the in-between moments that define the day. We guide with light direction and attention to timing, allowing space for moments to unfold naturally while you stay fully present with your people. Based in Southern California and available for travel, we document weddings near and far. We photograph engagements, wedding days, and everything in between.

“From the moment we first reached out to Snatched Weddings, we knew we had found the perfect photographers for us. We were looking for someone with a clean, editorial style who could also make two camera-shy people feel completely at ease, and they exceeded every expectation. Throughout the entire process, they were so responsive, organized and genuinely invested in making sure we felt comfortable. On the day itself, they brought such a positive energy that made everything feel effortless. They guided us when we needed it but also gave us space to simply enjoy the moment together, which resulted in the most natural, beautiful photos. When we received our gallery, we were completely blown away! Every image felt timeless and captured not just how our day looked, but how it felt. Looking through the photos truly felt like reliving every emotion all over again. Looking back, choosing Snatched Weddings was genuinely one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. We couldn’t be happier with our photos, and we’d recommend them to any couple in a heartbeat!”
Olivia, 4 months ago
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Wild Honey Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

I’m Jackie- Your guide to planning a unique, customized elopement day experience anywhere in the world. While I am based in Southern California, I help couples all over the world plan and execute their dream elopements. I help you through the process step-by-step with location recommendations, local vendor recommendations, excursion and activity ideas, timeline planning, and more. You can find more about adventure elopements and myself + get in touch with me about your elopement vision through my website!

“I love working with jackie at weddings and on styled shoots! She always shares sneak peeks asap and it’s nice when a photographer sends a gallery so that I can have photos to showcase my work. Her photo style is my favorite and she’s always so much fun to work with!”
Destinie Richardson, 5 years ago
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Mccoy Wedding Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

Welcome friends!!! If you are looking for an adventurous, romantic, and creative photographer in Orange County, LA or anywhere world wide, you have landed in the right place! I have been in the wedding industry exclusively photographing engagements, Elopements, and weddings for over 13 years, photographing 700+ weddings in California, and around the country. I specialize in adventurous, romantic, and photojournalistic photography, perfect for the creative soul, and wild hearts!

“TLDR: we highly recommend McCoy Wedding Photography! We were referred to Kay McCoy through a friend who had amazing wedding photos so we knew her services could be trusted. She also photographed another wedding for someone we knew and those photos looked great as well. The entire process was easy from start to finish and it was a pleasant wedding photography experience. The photos were delivered in about 8 weeks, and they turned out perfectly! Kay captured a great variety of shots throughout the day, including some creative and artistic exposure photos that added a unique touch to our gallery. We didn’t want traditional, overly bright, or boring photos, and Kay really delivered something special. The overall quality, professionalism, and turnaround time exceeded our expectations. We’re so glad we chose her to capture such an important day. You won’t be disappointed!”
Shannon C., 10 months ago
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Candid Celebrations 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

I’m passionate about helping couples celebrate one of the most meaningful days of their lives with ease, joy, and authenticity. My goal is to create a relaxed, personalized experience while capturing the genuine moments that make your love story unique. From the big emotions to the little details, I'm here to help preserve memories you'll cherish for a lifetime. Every celebration is different, and it's an honor to be part of yours.

“From our first message, Candid Celebrations responded quickly and made the whole process feel easy. We loved having the photographer at our bridal shower—she has such a warm personality that everyone felt comfortable around her. She captured candid moments throughout the day that we didn't even know were happening, and now those photos are some of our favorites. The quality of her work is fantastic, and the value we got was incredible. We will forever cherish the photos she took and would absolutely recommend Candid Celebrations to any couple looking for a photographer who is both professional and genuinely fun to have around.”
Isabella R., 4 months ago
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Ashley Strong Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

I am Ashley Strong Smith, the very passionate, sincere and grateful soul behind these very time capsules witnessed within this space. Although I’ve been shooting for over a decade, ASP launched full time in April of 2015 as an all encompassing business and became a Corporation - Strong Smith, Inc. in 2018. Since then, I’ve been beyond blessed to : - Document nearly 450 sessions - Document over a 100 weddings - Receive almost 250 FIVE STAR reviews on multiple platforms - Published nearly two dozen times

“I highly recommend Ashley as your photographer. I first came across her work from another friends wedding, and I specifically loved her editing/the way she captured light in her photos! The photos we received did not disappoint. I've been struggling to narrow down which ones I want to print and frame in our home. I loved the app we received within a couple days that had a bunch of previews--more than enough options to choose from for an initial Instagram post! Ashley was so sweet to work with, and made sure to capture everything we discussed in our calls leading up to the big day. It was so fun going back through all the photos after and seeing how many group/family photos she was able to capture of our guests as well. I feel like the day was documented so well and we kept getting compliments from our guests about how great Ashley was. During our guest table photos she was so efficient, but also checked the photos to make sure no one was blinking etc. before moving on to the next grouping!”
Anjali D., 2 years ago
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Karen Agurto Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

I’m Karen, your expert California elopement photographer. I'm passionate about making sure couples feel seen and heard when it comes to their wedding day. No elopement is too "out-of-the-ordinary" nor too out of reach. I believe in the power of eloping so much I did it myself. Away from crowds, enveloped in nature, against a badass view, with the people I feel most comfortable with. I'm with you every step of the way. By providing personalized location lists, planning resources, vendor recommendations, permits, and so much more we bring your dream wedding to life.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Karen’s work is incredible! We watched the slideshow tonight with our daughter and it was perfect for story telling. Karen delivers more than just a file of photos, she delivers a story. With Karen’s well balanced guidance, energy, and peacefulness My husband and I were able to submerge ourselves in the present moment and truly feel like it was just the two of us. Thank you Karen for such a wonderful experience!”
Valeria Wright, 4 years ago
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Michelle Lacson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

Welcome!! I am Michelle, and for the past 14 years I have had the privilege of capturing countless magical moments of the happiest days of people's lives. My style is playful, romantic and genuine. I love to capture the joy and love that radiate from my couples on their wedding day, and my goal is to make you feel comfortable and natural in front of my camera. Whether it's a sweet kiss in front of a castle, or a candid moment on a carousel, I'm always on the lookout for those special moments that tell the story of your love.

“Michelle Lacson Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, their communication was quick, efficient, and engaging - exactly what we wanted. Their high-quality work and near-perfect settings and backdrops exceeded our expectations. Michelle was in constant communication with us leading up to the big day, ensuring she knew exactly what we wanted so she could capture our special moments without disrupting the flow of the day. She encouraged us to have fun and be natural, which allowed our real, raw emotions to shine through in the photos. Michelle and her team are truly the best of the best, and we couldn't be happier with the memories they've provided us from our wedding day.”
Megan, a year ago
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Katie Pritchard Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

I became a wedding photographer in a not-so-usual way. I remember telling my girl scout leader that I actually hated any arts & craft we did. Fast forward to many years of sports, and the pivotal moment of entering college, I switched to photography one semester in after realizing my current Marine Biology major was not for me and decided that was where I was headed. It landed me in wedding photography after a few classmates asked me to shoot their weddings. And since I’m a romantic and all…it was a perfect fit from the start. Something you should know about me is that I love all people, deeply. “Love your neighbor” is what I strive for.

“Katie’s style of photography is what grab my attention at first. This is the second time we worked with her and she was incredible! Since we did a mini session for our city hall wedding, we were already comfortable taking photos with her and for our party she was so professional and made the photos feel so easy and made sure that I had all the photos I needed with family and friends. I would recommend her over and over again!”
Natalia S., 2 years ago
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Photography By Belinda Philleo 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Ana, CA

For over a decade, I've photographed some of life's biggest moments for my clients and their families. In that time, I've learned to look past the ordinary and capture the heart of each story. I connect with each couple to create photographs that will make you say "That is so us!"

Awarded Best of Zola
“I cannot speak highly enough about Belinda - both as a person, and as a professional. Planning a wedding during COVID was HARD, but working with Belinda was by far the easiest and most rewarding part. From having to move dates multiple times, to our venue actually permanently closing just months before our event, Belinda has been the backbone of our marriage experience. She worked with us, and provided SO much additional support and experience through the process. We ended up having a wedding photoshoot in a nature center recommended to us by her and I couldn't be happier with the results. She responds extremely quickly, and will provide you with ANY information you seek. Literally. She is like an encyclopedia of wedding knowledge. She is funny, personable, has a wonderful husband helper, and the know-how to get the job done. My husband and I are not photogenic, but she made us look excellent with great direction and patience. Can you tell how much I love Belinda?”
Alyssa P., 5 years ago

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