The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Santa Cruz, NM

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95 Wedding Photographers in Santa Cruz, NM

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Lightfall Imagery 
Rating: 5.0 (92 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM
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Pricing: $400/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 $400/hr or $3,200 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
“We chose Lightfall Imagery for our wedding and couldn't have been happier with our decision. They were quick to respond to every email and question we had, which made the planning process stress-free from start to finish. When we explained that we needed to get our engagement photos done before my husband's major surgery the next day, they jumped at the chance to help make that happen and worked around our tight timeline without hesitation. Their photos turned out beautiful and the pricing was right where we needed it to be. We'd recommend Lightfall Imagery to any couple looking for a photographer who truly cares about their clients.”
Lizzy H., 6 months ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
“It was so great working with Ashley and her team. She brought the best energy and made us all feel so comfortable in front of the camera. She was so nice and thoughtful throughout the whole experience and had great communication. She made taking pictures feel so fun and not forced. She always got whatever shots we wanted and more!!”
Taylor S., a year ago
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Amanda Raylee Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
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  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hi, I'm Amanda! I'm a wedding and destination wedding photographer based in Dallas Fort Worth, Texas. I believe your wedding day is about more than beautiful photos, it's about being fully present and celebrating with the people you love. My goal is to create a relaxed, enjoyable experience while documenting your story authentically. From helping with timelines to fixing dress straps and capturing the moments you didn't even realize were happening, I'm with you every step of the way. LGBTQ+ friendly. Love is love, y'all.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Amanda has done my engagement photos, wedding photos, and family photos!! She is amazing! She is professional, wonderful communication skills, and outstanding photos!!”
Kaylee, 3 years ago
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Angela Mallett Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Angela is a Destination wedding photographer capturing timeless memories for over 10 years. She loves providing couples with candid images that they can look back on for a lifetime. Her passion is to connect and tell couples’ love stories through the beauty and emotion of the moments captured.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Angela was incredible to work with! She was the absolute sweetest and she was able to communicate so well. She was on time and she went above and beyond. She has a great eye and an even better personality. All the photos came out stunning. The only regret is not having her there longer. I would absolutely recommend her!”
Amanda D., 2 years ago
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Felisha Lees Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (22 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
“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., 2 years ago
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Lavel Marie Photography, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Lavel Marie Photography is a New Mexico–based wedding and portrait studio serving Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and beyond. With nearly 20 years of experience, Lavel brings a calm, intuitive presence to every wedding day, capturing authentic moments with timeless, refined storytelling. Known for reading the room and creating a relaxed, high-touch experience, Lavel photographs each celebration with intention, honoring connection, culture, and the beauty of the Southwest.

Awarded Best of Zola
“As the father of the bride, I felt a great deal of responsibility to find the right photographer that would delivery an excellent record of our daughter's wedding, mesh with her vision and create a sense of calm in the process. I was so pleased with Lavel and her team. From the first meeting with the bride and groom, she fit perfectly. She was so calming and uplifting and supportive of their vision. She was organized and the day of the event, she fell into the background, avoiding any stress or distraction, but somehow captured every important moment and guest. The photos and albums were absolutely stunning and artistic and beautiful. From her professionalism to her process to the product to the price, I recommend enthusiastically without reservation.”
Clay H., a year ago
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SERGE PROMISE CONCEPT - PHOTOGRAPHY 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $995
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

SERGE PROMISE CONCEPT is a premier wedding photo & Video studio specializing in cinematic, candid, documentary, and sophisticated Wedding Films. Our certified team captures every beautiful moment — from preparation to reception — in a stunning candid and documentary style. We’ll be honored to bring your vision to life with exceptional service and timeless imagies.

“We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Serge Promise Concept! The service was exceptional and we even got our wedding photos back in 2 weeks instead of 4 which was phenomenal. It was an easy experience they are absolutely professional we loved our photographer and i would suggest them to anyone getting married”
Kourtney & Will , 2 years ago
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Casey Thomas Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hi, I’m Casey, the heart and creative storyteller behind Casey Thomas Photography. Over the past 6 years, I’ve had the privilege of documenting precious memories and specializing in timeless, personal images that tell your story. My background in hospitality shapes how I serve my clients—attentiveness and meaningful connections are at the core of my business values. My goal is to make everyone feel loved and celebrated, creating images that capture not just your day, but who you are together.

“My wife and I decided to do a small wedding, somewhat last minute, in Boulder, CO and Casey is the reason it turned out PERFECTLY. She was adventurous and followed us onto the side of a cliff during a windstorm. During the photo shoot I was convinced these photos would never turn out with how windy it was, and boy was I wrong. She managed to capture us in the most authentic and beautiful way. She is beyond talented, so kind, and so mindful. We are a same sex couple and she made every part of our wedding comfortable and easy going. Would recommend her to everyone we know and can't wait to take more pictures with her for our next big event!”
Katya and D., 2 years ago
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Eugene Svirhun Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

I started photography in 2017 and after being a part of many weddings, engagements, and family sessions, I still love what I do and I am deeply dedicated to serving my clients. I consider myself a storyteller and love capturing the little details, the half-smiles, and the simple motions. For me, it is about seeing the real, the lovely, and the messy moments, the everyday magic that tells the stories of our lives. Each wedding and session has its own unique story to tell and I challenge myself to capture those stories through my camera as best as I can and would be honored to capture yours too!

Awarded Best of Zola
“Working with Eugene Svirhun as our wedding photographer was an exceptional experience from start to finish. His communication was always timely and he demonstrated an educated, professional approach that put us at ease. The quality of his work is truly exceptional - the photos he captured are natural, beautiful, and perfectly encapsulate the joy and love of our special day. Eugene has a unique talent for making even the most camera-shy guests feel comfortable, bringing out their natural personalities to create truly stunning images. Not only was he professional, but he was also funny and personable, seamlessly blending into the wedding festivities. He was super flexible with the timeline, even adding extra hours at the last minute to ensure he captured every moment. We are thrilled with the beautiful artwork Eugene created that allows us to relive our wedding day perfectly.”
Emma, 2 years ago
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Celebrations Captured Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
“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., a year ago
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Your Wedding Day Film 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

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
“We booked Your Wedding Day Film, LLC to photograph and record our wedding and they were 10/10! Vanessa was the person I spoke to throughout the entire planning process and she helped make things so much easier for me. Having a schedule and a shot list took so much stress off of my shoulders and we spoke often to confirm everything prior to. Taytum and Michael were our photographer and videographer, and they truly helped make our day feel magical, and they also helped make me feel so beautiful. There is nothing I would change and I would recommend them to anyone looking for someone to capture their special day. Thank you Your Wedding Day Film!”
Shante D., 2 months ago
Patrick Beare Photo and Video, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Weddings are a special event, and we love everything about them: the excitement, the people, the decorations, it's a wonderful atmosphere to be a part of! We're experienced photographers who specialize in weddings, which is what you want when looking for someone to preserve the memories of your special day. We love NM and getting outdoors, so we also love incorporating those elements into our work when possible.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Patrick is very professional, and wonderful to work with. He has great communication and lets us know what he needs to help him get the best photos. He is an awesome photographer, and we would HIGHLY recommend him for your wedding or event!”
Daniel Ramirez, 3 years ago
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True Hope Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

True Hope Photography is a one-woman business dedicated to capturing weddings with authenticity, care, and intention. Specializing in timeless, true-to-color imagery, every moment is preserved as it naturally unfolds. With affordable pricing and flexible payment options, couples can invest in their memories without added stress. Every package includes edited and RAW images so no moment is missed. I’m Krystin, the photographer behind the lens, committed to making you feel comfortable, celebrated, and fully yourself while telling your story. 🤍

Awarded Best of Zola
“We booked True Hope Photography for our micro wedding because she offered affordable rates and flexibility that worked with our vision. From the start, her communication felt natural and exactly what we needed as a bride. On our wedding day, she showed up on time and directed everyone with such warmth and confidence that our guests felt at ease. She was genuinely friendly while keeping things moving smoothly, which is exactly the balance we wanted. We just got our photos two weeks ago and we're already obsessed with what we've seen so far. We can't wait to view the full gallery because every sneak peek has been stunning.”
Samantha, 6 months ago
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5 thousand frames films 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hi! We are Katherine and Oleksandr, a family duo of a photographer and videographer, who share a passion for creating unforgettable moments. Together since 2010, we capture and preserve the most genuine emotions from your celebrations and everyday life. Our work is more than just recording images. It’s a way to tell the story of your love, family values, or brand style. Every project for us is an opportunity to create something unique and captivating.

“We had the absolute pleasure of working with Kateryna as our wedding photographer, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! From the very beginning, she was professional, attentive, and so easy to communicate with. Her warm personality instantly put us at ease, which made the entire experience even more enjoyable. Kateryna has a true talent for capturing not just moments, but emotions. Every photo she took feels so natural and full of life, telling the story of our special day in the most beautiful way. Her attention to detail and creative eye are exceptional, and she managed to capture all the important moments, as well as many candid shots we will treasure forever. The quality of the photos exceeded all of our expectations—they are simply stunning! Kateryna’s work truly speaks for itself, and we couldn’t recommend her highly enough to anyone looking for a photographer who goes above and beyond to deliver perfection. Thank you, Kateryna, for giving us memories we’ll cherish for a lifetime!”
Kate & A., 2 years ago
Jason Snorlax Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Jason "Snorlax" Cun is an all around photographer that currently resides in Los Angeles, California. He was raised in the heart of Los Angeles, where he found his calling in photography. He aims to capture the beauty of the world and the people in them. He has recently begun his travels around the U.S capturing the life of those within that city.

“Jason was an absolute pleasure to work with, and we couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer. From the moment we met him, he made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. He kept everything light, fun, and stress-free, which made such a difference on such an emotional day. Jason has an incredible creative vision and captured our wedding in ways that were even more beautiful than we imagined. He truly listened to what was important to us and made sure our personalities and the moments we cared about most were reflected in our photos. He was also amazing with our families, making everyone feel comfortable and included. By the end of the day, it felt like he wasn’t just our photographer—he felt like a close friend celebrating right alongside us. We are so grateful for his talent, professionalism, and kindness, and we will cherish the memories he captured for the rest of our lives. We cannot recommend Jason highly enough!”
Jessica H., 3 months ago
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Wild Elegance 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Wild Elegance creates cinematic, emotionally driven wedding photography for couples who value genuine connection over perfection. Every celebration is approached with intention, preserving the quiet moments, the wild adventures, and the people who make your story yours. Whether you're planning an intimate elopement or a destination wedding, the experience is designed to feel effortless, allowing you to stay fully present while your memories are thoughtfully documented with honesty, beauty, and heart.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Our experience with Wild Elegance was fantastic from start to finish. Their communication was quick and effective, making the planning process seamless. The quality of their work was exceptional - they were efficient and captured high-quality photos that allowed us to remember every moment of our special day. Wild Elegance went above and beyond, scouting locations for photos along the entire drive from our venue to the reception. They provided 3 days of photography coverage, ensuring we could relive every part of our wedding. The team was super efficient during the event and provided us with truly unique and inspiring photos. We are thrilled with the service and results from Wild Elegance and highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.”
Paige B., a year ago
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Flower & Oak 
Rating: 4.5 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

The excitement. The warm feelings. The quiet glances. The glow of newlywed love. As time passes, little details can slip away. That’s why we’re here: to help you preserve your memories, so that you can vividly recall life’s best moments for years to come. Founded by passionate creatives who have been obsessing over storytelling for decades, we are dedicated to providing an experience that combines creative artistry with personalized attention. From the first consultation to the final suite of content, our purpose is to bring your vision to life while providing unmatched value at every step.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Flower & Oak is hands-down the dream team for wedding photography and videography. As a wedding videographer, I love how easy they make everything — couples get a simple, stress-free plan, and I get the creative freedom to capture those real, emotional moments. Their editing team is incredible, the communication is smooth, and they always go above and beyond. If you want gorgeous wedding photos and videos with a team that genuinely cares, go with Flower & Oak.”
Steve W., a year ago
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Briana Nicole Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Your love is special and worth investing in, celebrating, and documenting. And while I can’t freeze a cherished moment in time, I can help you relive it again and again through beautiful, Timeless images that makes you smile.

“We were so incredibly lucky to have been able to have Briana and her team photograph our wedding. She is a constant professional who goes above and beyond for your special day. She is so talented and the patience, kindness, and attention to detail that she and her team gave us was amazing and very much appreciated! We had a little bit of unexpected rain while taking our photos and she handled it beautifully and we got some AMAZING photos from it. I HIGHLY recommend Briana and her team for any of your special occasions.”
Geraldine J., 2 years ago
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Memories By Lindsay 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

I love capturing people at their happiest times. I'm not about forced awkward posing, I want the real kind of love, the kind of love where you are so in the moment I'm capturing the in-between when you think no one is watching. I want the steamy, intimate, kiss you on the neck, pull her hair back, smack her butt, kind of love. Capturing real moments with real people, That's photography to me.  

Awarded Best of Zola
“We booked Lindsay for our wedding in my husband’s hometown, and it was by far the best decision and investment we made. From the moment I saw her page, I knew I had to book her because of the beautiful candid style and artistry of her photography. As a stressed bride being my own planner, I was so grateful for Lindsay’s guidance and resources during the planning process. I had full confidence that our wedding day would be captured just how it was, perfect. And Lindsay delivered. All of our guests commented on how professional and organized she was during the whole event, and how she made everything feel seamless. If there is one thing every bride/groom must do, it is to book Lindsay for their wedding (or any other event for that matter).”
Alaina G., 3 years ago
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OurWeddingPhotoVideo 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,495
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

We do Photo+Video Teams primarily - see more team samples on our "Videographers" page on Zola! I love "storytelling" in shooting and creative editing - creating not just a photo/video record, but adding sparkle, brightness and engaging polish to edits, design elements, fx and dialog/music mixing to build a more grand and exciting "mood" and story. It's great being part of "The Best Day Ever!" for most couples, along with learning and exploring new events, supporting my client's excitement and creativity and energy ;)

Awarded Best of Zola
“Jeff was super easy to work with, we just had a few video calls before the big day. During our wedding he and his team captured the full ceremony and reception videos as we'd asked, including all the details and kind words that friends had for us. I was really happy with the final product and thought it was documentary worthy to share with relatives overseas who couldnt make it in person.”
Phoebe, 4 years ago
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Dunlap Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hi there! Specializing in elevated, authentic, artful and intentional approach to weddings, lifestyle, editorial and documentary photography. Keeping your personal story and vision in mind, letting photography unfold and create naturally, with a down-to-earth personality, your photography wants and dreams are possible!

Awarded Best of Zola
“Dunlap photography did a phenomenal job capturing our special day. Jaymie has a way of focusing on the little details that are sure to offer beautiful photos that you will treasure forever. A cold front blew in the day of our wedding. Despite the least ideal circumstances, Jaymie remained calm and collected and endured the blistering wind to make sure I had the exact pictures I was hoping for. I will be forever grateful for the dedication Dunlap Photography showed and ultimately provided me with beautiful photos that my family and I can cherish for generations.”
Rhiannon N., 2 years ago
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Yucca & Yarrow 
Rating: 3.7 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

A full service wedding media company; specializing in photography, videography and social media content creation. We have over 4 years of wedding experience and 100+ weddings under our belt and have loved every moment of it.

“Wow! What a fun time! I'm so glad we found this couple to capture out wedding! They are amazing and work well together! They are efficient and took some wonderful photos and video! We had a lot of fun taking pictures and they were willing to work with our ridiculousness! We are excited to see the rest of the photos! 10/10 would recommend!”
Tim & M., 3 years ago
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Clay Benedict Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,625
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Clay Benedict is a highly skilled and experienced wedding photographer who specializes in capturing rustic and outdoor weddings. With a passion for photography and a love of the outdoors, he creates stunning, natural and candid photos of the special moments of your wedding day. Whether you're looking for a destination wedding photographer or someone who can capture the beauty of your outdoor wedding, Clay has the skills and experience you need.

“Clay Benedict is one of the most professional people I have ever worked with. He went above and beyond to not only help us pick a venue but make sure it was going to do well with photographs. His opinion and professionalism was super valuable. He shot both our engagement and wedding photos and we couldn’t have been happier. If you’re looking for a wedding photographer in the state of New Mexico this is your person! Super communicative and really great with kids.”
Anahi and F., 4 years ago
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Molly Morgan Photography LLC. 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

There are so many beautiful, incredible photographers out there. Many of them are people I’ve been privileged to call friends. I’m not going to tell you I’m better than they are - The truth is art is a personal thing that touches everyone differently. We all have our own unique style and creative vision that we uniquely bring to this world.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Molly was amazing to work with. Her communication was always quick and responsive, despite COVID rescheduling. She made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and the pictures turned out better than I could have imagined; she is a true artist. If you want a professional who will help make your wedding day perfect, hire Molly!!!”
Camille & W., 5 years ago
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1836 Photographie 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

I’m SO psyched that you’re here! I can’t tell you how much it means to me that you’re considering me to be a part of your journey. I believe that being a candid wedding photographer is more than just shooting a pretty picture, you need to capture a pure and authentic connection, be fully present during throughout your time together, and be someone your clients can truly trust. I can’t wait to get to know you and your partner (hopefully over coffee), get geared up for your moment in the sun, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

“Michele was amazing from beginning to end. She brought so much warmth, kindness, professionalism, and fun to our wedding day. She connected so naturally with my bride Michelle, with me, and with our entire family. Our parents and our kids felt comfortable with her right away. It honestly felt like we had a friend photographing us, not just a vendor. I have known Michele for years and worked with her many times, so I already knew how talented she was, but she still exceeded every expectation. Michelle met her earlier this year and loved her from the start. Michele arrived early, was ready to work, and guided us with such ease. She communicates clearly and keeps the day feeling relaxed and natural. She worked beautifully with our DJ, our videographer, and our two coordinators. She blended in like family. She was fun, patient, and incredibly professional. Even the quick sneak peeks on her camera looked stunning, so we know the final gallery will be incredible. We are extremely happy that Michele was part of our special day. If you want your wedding to feel truly special and be captured with real heart and talent, you need Michele there. She is the best. Thank you so much Michele. We are very grateful for you! Michelle and Manny Vasquez”
Manny V., 10 months ago
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Taylor Rae Photography 
Rating: 4.5 (2 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hi, I’m Taylor! I capture the moments you never want to forget — the laughs, the love, and the little in-between memories. Specializing in weddings, couples, families, and heartfelt storytelling across Texas.

“We chose Taylor Rae Photography and couldn't be happier with that decision. From our first conversation, Taylor understood what we wanted and stayed on top of every detail. She protected our private vows by keeping guests out early so we could share that moment alone, and she anticipated every shot we cared about—she was always in the right place at the right time. Her communication before the wedding made us feel confident and calm, and her photos let us relive our day over and over. Taylor's work is stunning and the value is unbeatable. We highly recommend her to any couple looking for a photographer who truly listens and delivers.”
Emily N., 2 months ago
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Klaus James Photography 
Rating: 3.0 (2 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hey there, we are Klaus James! A southwest photo/video couple, Emily and Nick! We are an avid adventurous couple whom are suckers for a good love story. We love creating and capturing memories during your big day.

“Klaus and Em were incredible from beginning to end. They were recommended to us by our friend who is also in the film industry who hired them for their wedding and I feel like that's very telling! The night before our wedding, they experienced a very difficult personal situation, yet they still showed up the next day with professionalism, kindness, and amazing energy. We were so grateful for their dedication. Neither my husband nor I are particularly comfortable in front of a camera, but they gave us clear direction, suggested natural poses, and made us feel relaxed throughout the day. They worked efficiently without making anything feel rushed. They delivered our sneak peek exactly when promised, and we were amazed by how quickly they delivered the full gallery. The photos are beautiful, and we'll treasure them forever. We couldn't recommend them more highly.”
Karen C., 3 months ago
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Hillary Christina Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, NM

Hi, I’m Hillary! I’m a New Mexico photographer with a love for capturing people, connection, and all the little moments that make a wedding day feel like yours. My photography blends natural storytelling with beautiful, thoughtfully guided portraits. I want you to be fully present with the people you love while I preserve the moments you’ll want to remember for years to come.

“Choosing Hillary Christina Photography was one of the best decisions, our couple and family photos are our favorite we have ever had done! Hillary made taking being in front of the camera so easy and enjoyable and helped create sweet memories for our family. We will be booking her again in the future!”
Monica, 19 days ago

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