The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Cruz, NM

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339 Wedding Photographers in Santa Cruz, NM

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Evan Frost Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

I'm an award winning photojournalist with an eye for precious moments. I'll bring a serene but enthusiastic presence to your wedding day, keeping things moving and helping you stay fully in the moment. My work shines when you do.

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Evan exceeded all expectations for our wedding photographer. He was communicative leading up to the wedding, asked for a pinterest board to get a feel for our aesthetic, and scheduled a walk-through of the venue where he shared his insight on best photo locations and times. He helped us schedule the ceremony to have the best lighting for the time of year, months in advance! This guy's a professional. Day-of he was like a ninja--we barely ever saw him, but in most of the guests' photos there he was in the background with his camera. And once the photos were delivered we knew he was everywhere, capturing us and our families and guests in the perfect moments. Thanks to Evan we have absolutely gorgeous photographs that preserved the magic of our wedding day. Cannot recommend him enough! Book him now!
Taylor, 5 months ago
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LizzieWPhoto 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

I'm a wedding and engagement photographer who has collaborated with couples from all over the world. I offer a relaxed and conversation-based style of wedding photography because I believe that the best images are the result of communication.

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Dear Lizzie, We can’t thank you enough for the amazing work you did at our wedding. Each photograph is like a piece of art; you didn’t just capture the moments, but also the emotions and the magic of the day. Every time we look at the photos, it feels like we’re reliving those moments all over again. This is truly invaluable to us. Your kindness and thoughtfulness made our wedding even more special. You weren’t just a photographer, but someone who shared in the most important moments of our day. Your interactions with our guests, your warmth, and your professionalism deeply impressed us. It felt like having an old friend with us, which put us at ease. Seeing how perfectly this job suits you made us realize once again that we chose the right person to work with. Photography is a profession that witnesses the most special moments in people’s lives, and it’s incredible how well you fit into this role. Working with you was such a joy, and we savored every moment of it. We want to thank you once more, and we truly congratulate you for your dedication and sincerity. We’re sure you’ll continue to achieve great success in your future projects. With all our love! Cihan & Zeynep
Cihan B., 2 years ago
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EstherMillerStudio 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

I'm Esther, the heart and lens behind Esther Miller Studio. I specialize in capturing love in its most natural, vibrant, and joyful form—whether it's your wedding day, an intimate couple’s session, or a heartfelt family portrait. My style is all about bright, vivacious colors and movement, preserving those candid moments that truly tell your story. I’m fun, bubbly, and communicative, making sure you feel comfortable and celebrated in front of the camera. Let’s create something beautiful together—photos that will make you smile, laugh, and maybe even tear up for years to come!

Working with Esther and the team at EstherMillerStudio was such a pleasure. She is informal, fun, and easy to approach, which puts couple at ease throughout the entire process. Her photos are dramatic, romantic, and simply beautiful. Esther has a special eye for posing couples in a way that feels natural and comfortable, allowing people to be themselves on their special day. Esther brought a warm, fun presence that contributed greatly to making our wedding day so memorable.
Lief D., a year ago
Casey Addason Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

I photograph and film weddings across New Mexico, from the adobe chapels of Santa Fe to the sprawling desert landscapes of Albuquerque. My approach is documentary and cinematic. I focus on real moments, honest emotions, and the kind of light that makes a frame feel timeless. Every couple gets both photo and video coverage, so nothing from your day is lost.

We cannot recommend Casey enough!! He was our photographer for our engagement shoot and for our wedding. Casey has the perfect balance of being professional while still keeping things fun and light. His photos are beautiful and he has an extremely fast turn around time (we received our engagement photos that same night and wedding photos two days after the wedding). He also is very responsive and would answer our texts within the same day. Everyone we talked to after the wedding raved about how fun and fantastic Casey was. He truly captured the joy of the evening. Thank you so much, Casey!! - Kendall and Liam
Kendall, 2 months ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography. 
Rating: 5.0 (74 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM
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Hello! We are Christian and Ana. We have put together the best wedding photo & video team in America. Don't take our word for it, see it for yourself on our website. Whether you are camera shy or not, you will get beautiful photos with us. That's why couples are raving about us: we get beautiful photos out of EVERY SINGLE WEDDING!

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The Talented Photographer was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, Alec's communication style was fun, professional, and incredibly personable. He had a true passion for his craft that shone through in every interaction. The quality of Alec's work was absolutely stunning - we got a wonderful variety of candids, formal shots, and editorial-style pictures that captured all the special moments of our day. Alec has an incredible eye for the right shots, and the final photos are absolutely gorgeous. Despite a complicated location schedule that I was worried about, Alec made the whole day seamless, traveling to over 4 different spots to ensure we got all the groupings and special shots we wanted. Alec truly went above and beyond, and we had such a great time working with him. I'm obsessed with the pictures and would give him an 11/10 rating!
Michelle M., a year ago
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Lightfall Imagery 
Rating: 5.0 (53 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM
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Pricing: $375/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 $375/hr or $3,000 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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Vic is amazing ! I felt she kept our time frame in mind during our Elopement , she was very understanding and communicated well. I recommend her to anyone looking for a Wedding Photographer. She is very adventurous and open minded I really appreciated that !
Melissa, a year ago
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So Behold This Inc. 
Rating: 4.9 (48 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

To brides or grooms reading this: I hope you are prepared to laugh nonstop, while also always feeling heard. Whether you're newly engaged or in the final stages of planning, I'd love to hear about your vision, and have a blast making it a reality for you.

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From the very first moment we reached out, Johnny stood out. Our initial phone call happened almost immediately after I inquired, and right away he made us feel heard, comfortable, and genuinely excited. He met us exactly where we were in the planning process and truly wanted to get to know us and our vision. By the end of that first conversation, we knew we wanted to move forward with him, put our deposit down, and we’ve been so happy with that decision ever since. As part of our package, we had an engagement session, which completely confirmed that we had made the best possible choice in photographer. The photos were absolutely beautiful, enchanting, romantic, and everything we had hoped for. Johnny’s candid shots are phenomenal. He captures real moments in a way that makes you see how beautiful, funny, kind, and genuine you look through other people’s eyes. Those photos mean the world to us. On our wedding day, Johnny was incredible. He was amazing with our guests… so warm, inviting, and easy to be around. Everyone loved him. Guests were calling him by his first name, talking about how great he was, and even following him on Instagram afterward because they were so excited to see the photos. Having already seen our engagement pictures, we knew our wedding photos were going to be gorgeous, and they absolutely exceeded our expectations. Johnny has become more than just our photographer. He’s become a friend and someone we truly want to keep in touch with over the years. We will absolutely be booking him again for any future photography sessions. We are beyond grateful that we found him and cannot recommend him enough. (I couldn’t upload some other beautiful photos just because the quality was so large and it needed to be under a certain amount of MB, BUT TRUST ME, they are all gold)
Nicole, 4 months ago
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Portraits By Sean 
Rating: 5.0 (46 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM



I present fun, elegant, and exciting Wedding Photography for my clients. My style is photojournalistic; I feel it's the most effective way to tell a story. After all, there is so much happening on a wedding day. Between the ceremony, dancing, and endless extravaganzas, the most memorable moments will naturally occur.  My goal is to capture the emotions and memories of your day through my lens. These recollections are your forever keepsakes, a chapter of your life's story. Every image accounts for those who were by your side, delighted for you, and the next step in your journey. I appreciate you for giving me a few moments of your time.t

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We couldn’t be happier with the incredible work Portraits by Sean did on our wedding day! From start to finish, he was professional, creative, and so easy to work with. Sean stayed until the very end of the night, capturing every special moment without ever making us feel rushed. One of the things we really appreciated was how he worked with the kids—getting them to smile and be comfortable without any stress. Their ability to blend in while also capturing candid, beautiful moments was outstanding. We were blown away by the quality of the photos, and they truly exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Portraits by Sean to anyone looking for a talented and reliable photographer to capture the magic of their day!
Kurt, a year ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

The company has done over 400 weddings for the last 5 years, so we use these experiences to provide quality services. We also provide discount for Military/Veterans and teachers. For 2025, we have 140+ weddings booked in 37 different states. We offer both photo and video services. Quicker turnaround time compare to most companies. Our shooting style of is photojournalistic, natural & CINEMATIC. Our editing style is very easygoing & flexible. Our biggest markets are the following: FL, New England area, PA, IL, DMV area, Tri-State area, Southern CA, MI, OH, CO.

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The entire experience from when we booked with them to our wedding day was stress free. They directed us on how to pose and worked really well with the other vendors we had that day. The pictures came out looking amazing. They are really amazing at what they do. I would recommend them to anyone that's looking for a great team to capture their special day.
Sarah and J., 8 months ago
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Anchor Studios Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (39 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

I’m Edgar, an HTX-raised native with Salvadorian roots. I am the owner, creative director, and lead photographer at Anchor Studios Photography. I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based out of Pittsburgh, PA! However, the stories I capture don't start and end there. I love to travel to capture stories all around the world.

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We had a really great and fun time doing these pictures! Even with how awkward we are behind the camera, we are more than happy with the results. Edgar is very personable and fun to work with. He picked a very nice destination for our shoot and so much we got in the water with us to get the best shots!
Rachel E., 2 years ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hiii! I'm Heather Schoolcraft - owner & CEO! I'm a small town gal from WV who LOVES traveling and pops of color. I've designed my entire company around creating authentic + magical love stories. On your wedding day, our goal is to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to focus on the raw + real moments on your day. Don't settle for less because you have to; let ME help you get the photos + video that you've always dreamed of.

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We are obsessed with our photos. Heather is seriously the coolest, most genuine person to work with. From the second she showed up for our engagement session, the vibes were perfect—fun, calm, organized, and so, so caring. You can tell she truly loves her clients and pours her heart into what she does. Her team made us feel comfortable the whole wedding day and captured everything so naturally and beautifully. Our photos feel effortless, real, and completely “us.” If you want a photographer who’s not only insanely talented but also your hype-woman and calm presence all in one, she’s it. 10/10 recommend. We’d recommend Heather and her team a thousand times over.
Kinley and E., 6 months ago
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Whispering Light 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM
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At Whispering Light, we believe every love story deserves to be captured with beauty, emotion, and authenticity. Our team of photographers and filmmakers blends artistry with storytelling, creating timeless photos and cinematic films that feel as real and magical as the day itself. With a style that is natural, romantic, and full of light, we turn fleeting moments into memories you’ll treasure forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the first email I knew they cared, and that same energy showed on the wedding day. They worked with us, not against us, and made the whole process so smooth. The final photos are STUNNING, like jaw dropping. I show them to everyone.
Heather R., 7 months ago
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Love Knot Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

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We loved Isaac and his wife, Jing, who photographed our wedding earlier this month. Isaac was super calm and collected and on top of everything. His photography style was perfect for us. He already delivered about half of our retouched photos a week after the wedding which was insane and I love every single one. He was flexible with the 5 flower girls we had in and out of pictures and the multiple areas on our venue property. Overall an amazing experience and I recommend his work to anyone and everyone looking. He was very considerate when I first reached out about his work and wanted to use him and was very mindful of his travel fees to fit in our budget.
Madison R., 2 years ago
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Open Air Cinema 
Rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM
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I’m Wendy Hamilton, the founder and lead photographer at Open Air Cinema, where wedding photography meets cinematic storytelling. With a passion for natural light, raw emotions, and timeless elegance, I capture love stories in a way that feels both authentic and artfully composed. My goal is to create breathtaking, story-driven images that preserve the magic of your special day forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the small gestures to the big moments, you could feel their love in everything. The bride was radiant, and the groom was mesmerized by her. Their vows were touching and funny. The flowers, lighting, and music created the perfect atmosphere. The reception was full of laughter and heartfelt moments. Dancing and toasts made everyone feel included. The first dance was breathtaking. I left completely inspired.
Mackenzie R., 7 months ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

* 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!

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From the moment we met Ashley Cynthia Photography, we knew we had found our perfect wedding photographer. Their communication style was fun and enjoyable, with constant banter that put us at ease. Ashley and her crew were fantastic, always making sure we were on top of the timeline and getting the exact photos we wanted. They brought out the best in us in every single shot, capturing all the special moments of our day. From Day 1, Ashley passed our vibe check instantly and was always just a text, email or call away, giddy about our nifty and crazy ideas. Her team was incredibly flexible, and we had an absolute blast working with them. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer and videographer to document our wedding - they truly made the experience unforgettable.
Marcus M., a year ago
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Debra Aslanidis Photography 
Rating: 4.8 (23 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM
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We’re Debra & Jeremy, a husband-and-wife wedding photography duo capturing love stories with heart, intention, and a whole lot of soul. Our approach blends documentary moments with gentle guidance, so your photos feel natural, emotional, and unmistakably you. From quiet, intimate glances to joyful, unscripted laughter, we focus on the moments you’ll feel just as much years from now. If you value connection, authenticity, and images that tell a story—not just pose for one—we might be the perfect fit.

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Debra Aslanidis Photography was simply amazing to work with for our wedding day! From the very beginning, their communication was outstanding - they responded to all of our inquiries and questions extremely quickly, which was so helpful during the busy wedding planning process. On the day of our wedding, Debra and her husband were incredibly compassionate and understanding, going with the flow of the day while also staying on top of the schedule to make sure we got all the photos we wanted. Their professionalism and expertise really shone through, and the final photos turned out absolutely breathtaking. We're in love with how the pictures captured all the special moments and details of our day. They truly went above and beyond to make our wedding day perfect, and we would highly recommend them to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience!
Hannah S., 8 months ago
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Oury Memories 
Rating: 4.8 (23 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

I have been a photographer for 8 years. Throughout my time as a photographer I’ve captured clothing, models, and memories. I shifted from corporate shootings to families and weddings because it gave me this warm fuzzy feeling when I edited my couples and families photos. Don’t be afraid to reach out to me and ask about my photography style, my editing style, or my favorite restaurant! I highly recommend scheduling a free consulting session!

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We had an amazing experience with Grace, She made us feel comfortable during our session. She is very personable and easy to work with. We are grateful we found her to be apart of our special day! Would highly recommend.
Amber T., 2 years ago
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Felisha Lees Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

I’m Felisha, an Award Winning - Published New England Wedding + Portrait photographer with the honor of capturing love stories and cherished moments across New England since 2013. Photography isn’t just my career—it’s the way I connect with people, turning clients into dear friends and fleeting moments into timeless memories. When I’m not behind the lens, you’ll find me soaking up life with my high school sweetheart, our beautiful daughter, and our two chocolate Labradors. My heart beats for real, authentic moments—the kind where love and laughter come effortlessly.

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Our goal for wedding photos was to be transported back to our wedding day - more of a storytelling style than formal portraits. Felisha totally nailed it, and somehow managed to capture some extra magic in there too. Leading up to the wedding, Felisha was great at helping us feel comfortable with her, and we’re usually camera shy! We felt like we made a new friend! We weren’t planning to do a “first look”, but after how much we loved our engagement photos we decided to add that element to our wedding day as an excuse to get more time with Felisha and have some more Amazing portraits. During the wedding, Felisha and her second shooter were totally professional and unobtrusive - we didn’t notice them doing their thing, and neither did our guests. She was fun to work with, super on top of everything, and the results speak for themselves. We’re already dreaming up other life events that we might want to have professionally photographed, as an excuse to work with her again!
Dan Fain & A., a year ago
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505 Media Company 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hello! We are a husband and wife company. We have covered over 1000 weddings in less than 5 years all across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. We love to travel so much that we keep our prices affordable- giving us the opportunity to cover all over the USA (no travel fees). Our most popular package is our Red Carpet which gives our clients up to 10 hours of photo and video coverage, 505+ edits, and 2 wedding videos (with the whole ceremony). Check out our FB or Youtube for HUNDREDS of weddings we shot in the past.

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We were thrilled with the service we received from 505 Media Company for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, their communication was prompt and clear, which put us at ease throughout the planning process. On the day of our wedding, Collin from 505 Media Company not only captured all of the best moments, but did so in a kind and friendly way, making him feel like another friend supporting us on our special day. The quality of their work was absolutely wonderful - the photos are stunning and we are so grateful to have such beautiful memories of our wedding. We highly recommend 505 Media Company to any couple looking for a talented and personable wedding photographer.
Casey, 9 months ago
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Amative Creative | Virginia, Georgia, Colorado, & Destination Wedding Photographer & Videographer 
Rating: 4.9 (19 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM
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Hello there! I'm Andrea, owner of Amative Creative, and every weekend we're so blessed to be able to tell the love stories of so many amazing couples. Like many others in this industry might say, we simply adore weddings. But what makes us a little different is our entire brand is centered around telling love stories specifically curated to reflect your vision and aesthetic. "Amative" means to be prone to love, so as you can see, we want nothing more than to tell your love story! But what makes us truly unique is that we understand every love story looks different. And we personalize every aspect of how we document your wedding day!

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We had a great experience with Amative Creative for our wedding! One thing that really made them stand out was that they offer so many different editing styles to choose from, so we were able to pick exactly the look we wanted. They also got our photos back to us super quickly—about a week after the wedding—which was such a nice surprise. The photos turned out beautiful and they captured all the big moments and some great candid shots. I especially love how cool the dance floor shots turned out. We received tons of compliments on the pictures! Highly recommend!
Lily A., 10 months ago
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Bridget Dorr 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

I'm Bridget a documentary-style photographer based in Boulder, CO and Taos, NM. I capture everything from intimate micro-weddings to larger family celebrations, focusing on the candid moments that make each event special. My artistic style blends documentary storytelling with playful prompts to evoke genuine emotions. I believe every occasion deserves a meaningful celebration, whether cozy or grand. I offer services for weddings, family sessions, and couple portraits, ensuring you feel at ease in front of the camera. If you want to document a special occasion in Boulder, Taos, or beyond, let’s connect!

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I would HIGHLY recommend Bridget Dorr as your wedding photographer!! Bridget documented our small, intimate elopement in Nederland, Colorado. My wife and I immediately fell in love with Bridget documentary style and how natural other couples always look in her portfolio On our magical day- Bridget jumped right into the mix, naturally capturing the day from the beginning to the end. She made everyone feel incredibly comfortable I am not a fan of being in front of the camera and she got me to laugh and feel safe and seen by her. The final photo portfolio came out SO beautiful, we couldn’t not be any happier with the way they turned out. Her documentary style approach and uncanny ability to catch us being authentic and capturing our love was incredible. Hire Bridget Dorr and you will NOT be disappointed!!
Lynette E., 4 months ago
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NATIONWIDE Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer -HAS PHOTOGRAPHERS IN YOUR AREA! 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $599
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Looking for top-level budget friendly local photographer? We proudly hold a 100% 5-star rating from over 17,000 weddings nationwide, making us a trusted choice for capturing your special moments. Why spend thousands when you can get exceptional quality for much less? Our wedding photography begins at $499. We specialize in natural-color photography and provide a custom online album to easily share your memories with family and friends, and we offer wholesale prices on professional prints as well! . We also provide local DJs and video services with budget-friendly packages to complete your celebration.

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Darrell from Nationwide Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer was incredibly easy to communicate with throughout the entire wedding planning process. He took his time and made sure I got every single photo I wanted to capture on our special day. Darrell contributed to making our wedding day feel so special by ensuring every detail felt important, keeping me relaxed and happy, and making sure everything ran smoothly. His professionalism and passion for his work were evident in the beautiful photos he delivered that we will cherish forever. I would highly recommend Nationwide Spectacular Photographer to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.
Taylor L., 9 months ago

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