The Best Fine Art Wedding Photographers in Santa Ynez, CA

The Best Fine Art Wedding Photographers in Santa Ynez, CA

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198 Wedding Photographers in Santa Ynez, CA

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Grace Kathryn Photography 

5.0

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

I'm a California native with a wanderlusting soul. I grew up in the snowy mountains of Lake Tahoe and spent my teenage years in the rainforests of Costa Rica before returning to the West Coast of the United States to study the art of wedding photography and earn my BFA with Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, California.

Awarded Best of Zola
From start to finish, Grace was a calming, warm presence - the whole time we worked with her I felt like we were in excellent hands. She gently directed us without being "posed" or pushy. No notes. Like any engaged person, I felt some anxiety about photos since that's the thing that you get to actually "keep" after your big day. When I tell you, not only do we look like freaking movie stars in all Grace's photos, she PERFECTLY captured the EMOTION of the moment. If you didn't know better, you would think our wedding pictures were a People Magazine Exclusive or something. Just as valuable as the photos themselves was Grace's kind attitude and willingness to work with us on what we needed. It ended up raining on our courthouse day and she not only rolled with it, but got INCREDIBLE photos to boot! Long story short: HIRE GRACE!
Kelsey, 7 months ago
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Leslie Joy Photography 

5.0

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

A former wedding planner turned photographer, my eye for details comes second only to my heart for authentic moments of joy. With over a decade of experience in the wedding industry, it is my honor and my passion to create timeless imagery to tell your story. My mission is to preserve the memories of your wedding in the most extraordinary way.

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I had such an incredible experience working with Leslie! She is truly detail-oriented, remembering every single thing I mentioned and making sure my vision came to life. She’s so down-to-earth and made us feel completely at ease throughout the entire process. During our engagement shoot, she guided us effortlessly, showing us how to pose in a way that felt natural and comfortable. We're both not usually in front of the camera so I worried that it would be hard but with Leslie, we felt so confident, had an amazing time and the pictures she captured were absolutely stunning! Everything about working with her, from her easy-to-use portal to her beautifully designed website, was seamless. She is not only an amazing photographer but also such a kind and loving person. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer who truly cares about their clients. I feel so lucky to have found her!
Hannah R., 7 months ago
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Lerina Winter Photo 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,750
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Welcome. Since 2011, Lerina has been photographing weddings of all shape and sizes. She has traveled throughout the country and abroad documenting love stories and the events that surround the most magical day in a couple's life. Today she calls both the desert and the coast home but feels comfortable anywhere a camera is slung around her neck, shooting on her medium of choice – film. Her work has been published and featured by Condé Nast Traveler, SELF Magazine, Green Wedding Shoes, Wedding Chicks, more.

Lerina was so easy to work with from the start! She quickly responded to our inquiry, and in our call, it was easy to decide that she was the wedding photographer we wanted to work with. We already knew that we loved her aesthetic. So when communication and logistics were easy, we were confident about working with her. Our wedding was scheduled for June 2020. We were really bummed about significantly downsizing to a small wedding in the last minute, but vendors like Lerina made the day so incredibly special. Lerina flew across the country to South Carolina to capture our small wedding. One year later, she and her assistant, Danny, flew out again to shoot our larger one-year anniversary renewal of vows. Throughout all the uncertainty, Lerina was easy to communicate with and incredibly reasonable with adapting the contract and rescheduling amidst the unprecedented circumstances. In retrospect, we were so blessed to get to know Lerina and Danny as well as we did because of the extended time of working together. They hold special places in our hearts and working with them was like working with dear, fun friends. They even accepted our invitation to our Low Country Boil rehearsal dinner and were wonderful with engaging our 2-year-old niece during photographing. We had such a blast together. Lerina helped us to feel natural in our photos and her images captured the love, joy, and beauty that filled our celebrations.
Megan, 3 years ago
Lena Britt Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,975
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

I'm so happy you're here! My name is Lena and I'm all about the "spices of life" thanks to my strong Scandinavian roots. My studio started and currently resides in the fields of the Santa Ynez Valley, and spans to the beautiful landscapes, architecture, and vibrant vibes of Santa Barbara County.

What can we possibly say about Lena? She was the perfect addition to our wedding day. Her communication and flexibility during the preceding year kept our minds at ease (anything you don't have to stress about while planning a wedding is a win). On the day, she was such a positive presence to have around. And from what we've seen of the photos so far, we couldn't have possibly had anyone better. Thank you so much, Lena!!
Danny N., 5 months ago
Chernogorov Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Liliya and Albert are a husband and wife team specializing in capturing the stories of romantic and genuine couples, and they take this to heart as they document the most precious moments of life's most important events. Channeling their European aesthetic heritage, Liliya and Albert possess an ethereal touch for timeless wedding photography. They revel in capturing understated elegance, unexpected moments, honest expressions, and timeless memories. From Las Vegas, Miami, and all of California, to France and Italy, they travel to iconic destinations to curate timeless memories of life's most precious moments.

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Albert and Liliya are incredible and truly passionate about their art of photography. I’ve always said that they are able to make their subjects look like celebrities. The fact that they only accept a limited number of weddings each year made my bride and me feel like celebrities as well.
Tony K., a year ago
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Leah Faith Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
  • Offer

I just adore love! Let me capture all those raw & authentic moments that make your day so special - the anxious preparations, excited jitters, tearful first looks, anticipated i do's and epic dance moves.

Leah never misses a beat. She is simply amazing! My wedding pictures are FULL of emotion, and she didn’t miss a moment. She shows up on time, completely organized and ready to pleass her customers. 10000/10
Hailey T., a year ago
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Anchor Studios Photography 

5.0

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

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Edgar did such an incredible job with our engagement photos. He had great ideas and directed us without making it seem stiff and got some wonderful candids. He totally achieved the aesthetic we were going for and I couldn’t be happier. Will be booking for our wedding if he’s not booked already!
Molly, 10 months ago
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Oury Memories 

4.8

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

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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Grace shot our engagement and wedding and was so easy to work with! She was so flexible and worked hard to make sure my husband and I didn’t feel too awkward taking professional photographs for the the first time. Her photo style and editing is beautiful and true and we received so many complements for our engagement shoot. 12/10 would recommend!
Michaela P., 2 years ago
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Amative Creative | Virginia, Colorado, & Destination Wedding Photographer & Videographer 

4.9

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
  • Offer

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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Amative Creative did our wedding and the preview pictures are PERFECT. I am so happy I booked them! The vibe is everything I wanted, and they were super responsive the entire time!! 1000000% recommend!
Jayla G., a year ago
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Fox & Fig Photography 

5.0

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

Hello lovely! Let me introduce myself—I’m Sarah. Welcome to my little creative space—I hope you love it here & make yourself at home. My goal as your photographer is to put you at ease and therefore be able to capture your moments authentically and beautifully. As a film and digital photographer ("hybrid" if you will!), I take a big step back to capture your memories with intention, love, and honesty - my promise to you, is to treat your day as if it were my own. Film is my favorite medium to capture wedding days on, as I feel it brings back a level of authenticity, imperfection, and refined elegance that is irreplaceable.

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We highly recommend Fox&Fig! Sarah was exceptionally helpful and responsive, even with the imminent arrival of her newborn. While she couldn't cover our wedding day, she recommended her colleague Nicole to take the photos (who did an amazing job) while doing all the lead-up collaboration with us and editing afterwards. We had an amazing experience with them both and felt so supported and confident in the results throughout the whole process. Sarah was prompt with our sneak peaks and delivered the wedding album ahead of schedule. We were absolutely THRILLED with how they turned out! Sarah was extremely professional and we would 100% do it again. Thank you Sarah!
Jason & S., 2 years ago
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Steven Nguyen Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Starting my photography as a hobby in 2014 and becoming professional in 2017, my journey has taken me across the United States and around the world, where I've had the privilege of serving more than 200 couples on their special day. My approach to photography stands apart from traditional documentary styles. I focus on the natural colors and rich content of each moment, striving to highlight real-time emotions through thoughtful lighting and composition. My goal is to celebrate the unique narrative of every couple by capturing their happiness and love story with a distinct light-and-airy perspective.

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We had the honor of working with Steven for our wedding. Not only did he do the photography for our wedding, but he also shot our engagement photos. On the day of our wedding, the photography team consisted of Steven, his wonderful wife, Connie, Henry, and Vinh. Side note: Connie can emcee and I would highly recommend her because she has the BEST personality and is extremely funny. Prior to the day and the day of, they became like family. Each and every one of them was extremely kind and really went out of their way to fulfill our dream day and relive that day over and over again through their work. Steven is really a professional at his craft and in his field. He has a creative vision that's able to tell a love story or make you feel an emotion through a photograph alone. Throughout the process of working with him, we became really close to him and Connie and hope to keep in touch throughout the years. We are beyond thankful to have worked with Steven. The initial meetings, planning process, and discussions leading up to the event were very informational and Steven provided all the details we needed, while ensuring that our input was also taken into consideration. Steven, we are forever blessed that we had the opportunity to work with you and we love you guys more than you know! We know you will continue to flourish in your work and we will share these beautiful moments forever! If you are looking for a wedding photographer, Steven is the most dependable, friendliest, funniest, and most amazing one out there. If you have any doubts, take a look at the magic he created in the photos! Thanks, Steven. We love you! - Joseph & Josephine
Josephine Marie B., 2 years ago
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Val Photo Co 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

My love for photography started as far back as I can remember and has now become an extension of who I am. Serving couples from a place of empathy, hospitality, and deeper understanding of who they are and what’s important to them, while providing them a heartfelt piece of their family legacy.

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I first met Valerie when she was photographing my friend's elopement, and she really made the day even more special. Her photos turned out absolutely amazing! I couldn't wait for a chance to hire her for my own engagement or elopement. So, when the opportunity came up for a fun couples shoot, I jumped on it. Having her shoot us felt like just my boyfriend and I alone – super relaxed and no awkwardness in front of the camera. Once again, her photos blew us away. We're totally obsessed and definitely planning to book her for our engagement or wedding, maybe even both!
Olivia P., a year ago
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Angela Mallett Photography 

5.0

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

Angela is a Destination wedding photographer capturing timeless memories. 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.

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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., a year ago
Apollo Fotografie {Fine Art Wedding Photo & Video} 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,775
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
  • Offer

We’re Apollo Fotografie. When it comes to visual storytelling, we don’t miss a beat. We prioritize organization, punctuality, and beauty so your wedding day looks better than your dreams. At Apollo, inclusivity is one of our core values, and our couples come from all backgrounds. We know that not everyone is comfortable in front of the camera, and we’re here to help. All of our photographers use prompts and suggestions to encourage natural interactions for a less “scripted” feel.

When planning for our June wedding in Mendocino, we knew we had to get the perfect photographer, someone who could really capture the beauty of the coast and all of the vibrant colors that come along with it. After viewing tons of portfolios, Apollo's work really stood out from the rest. We loved everything we saw, from their ability to capture motion, their framing, to their vivid presentation of colors. We immediately hopped on a call with Liv, and she was super clear and up front about the whole process, which was very helpful for a couple like us who have never hired a professional photographer before. Many months before the wedding, we worked with Andra for our engagement shoot and it couldn't have gone better! Both my fiance and I are not used to being in front of the camera, so we were definitely anxious about the whole ordeal, but Andra assuaged our fears instantly. She led us around Buena Vista park and picked out the best locations with the most magical lighting like a hawk. After feeling how comfortable we were with Andra taking our photos and seeing how beautiful they came out, we were both so much more confident and excited about our wedding to come. For our wedding weekend, Andra came up to Mendocino and captured both our Chinese tea ceremony/wedding games and the wedding itself. Andra was super punctual and always at the right place at the right time. She was always where the action was, even getting a photo of my fiance catching a random bird that flew into the house! On the day of the wedding itself, Andra and her team made both the bridal party and groom's party feel comfortable, and took some of the most breathtaking shots of us on the coast. After the ceremony, she was able to get everything we wanted: candid shots of pure happiness, photos with various permutations of family and friends, and moments on the dance floor after dinner, where Andra's photos serve as a more accurate record of events than our own memories. Earlier than expected, we got an email with some teasers and we were amazed! We showed them to our friends and family and they were equally blown away with how they turned out. It definitely left us super excited for the full album! Overall working with Andra and the team was fantastic. Great communication, no logistical overhead, fun and compassionate team, and beautiful memories captured perfectly. Apollo really has the best wedding photographers in the Bay Area, and we are so glad we were able to have them come up to Mendocino to take our photos. The moments Andra and the team captured for us will live with us forever. Every time we see them, we can't help but to smile!
Sophy C., 2 months ago
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Kelly McDaniel Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Kelly has been a full time wedding photographer since 2016 and has been published in Ceremony Magazine, Wedding Chicks, Inspired By This, Loverly and Ruffled Blog and numerous fashion editorial magazines. Kelly started her photography journey in college with an old 35mm Canon - developing film and cultivating a passion for portraits. Ultimately, she ended up in the corporate world as a litigation specialist and nearly a decade into her career, she accepted that her true passion was in the arts. Kelly is a mother, wife and enjoys being out in the fresh air and sunlight and traveling anywhere.

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Kelly McDaniel Photography was excellent and honest in their communication with us throughout the wedding planning process. The quality of their work was truly customized and special, perfectly fitting our wants and needs. Kelly gave us valuable feedback on the timing and scheduling of the day, as well as thoughtful advice on how to best incorporate our decor and details into the photos. Kelly was so wonderful and perfect for our special day - we couldn't have asked for a better photographer to capture all the magic.
Britni S., a year ago
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Natalie Fong Malis 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $8,750
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Natalie is a Taiwanese-American artist inspired by warmth & connection, reminiscent of her upbringing in Hawai'i. She graduated from NYU Tisch with a BFA in Photography while working alongside fashion designers & directors on editorial and campaign productions. For over a decade, Natalie has directed her lens towards weddings, finding a meaningful depth in the relationships that she develops with her subjects and the cultural & physical environments that surround them. Her background in fashion marries a tender, documentarian perspective to provide refined imagery with an editorial edge without compromising the truth of what happened.

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I had the absolute pleasure of working with Natalie, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience and the final photos. Her creative eye is unmatched, and she provided such thoughtful guidance on posing, which made the entire process feel natural and effortless. Natalie has a true talent for capturing moments in a way that feels both timeless and artistic. I also want to highlight her editing for film photos—it’s nothing short of incredible! The tones and textures she brings out are so beautifully done and added an extra layer of charm to the photos. If you’re looking for a photographer with an exceptional eye and a warm, professional approach, I can’t recommend Natalie enough. She’s truly a gem!
Zasha W., a year ago
Emily Pillon Photography 

4.6

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Making Every Image a Movie Since 2013 ••• Fine Art Photography + Cinematography ••• CA • NY • Worldwide ••• Weddings, Destinations + Elopements ••• 24 hour sneak peaks! • Destination + Elopement Planning • Videography • Sunrise Sessions • Full Weekend Coverage • Second Photographers • Personalized Photography Sessions •

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Emily is amazing!!! She was able to photograph our welcome party and wedding day this past September. She was easy to communicate/coordinate with and such a sweet person. Emily helped curate a shot list and ensure all of our little moments were captured for the wedding weekend. Emily made us all feel at ease for all the event photos and did a great job hitting our "must haves" on our shot list. She was able to do a fun combo of Polaroid and digital photographs of our wedding weekend. Emily was quick with our sneak peak photos after the weekend and she did such a great job capturing all the fun! I would HIGHLY recommend her services for any big event
Hannah C., a year ago
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Easton Studios 

5.0

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

Loving your wedding photos begins from the moment we meet. We immerse ourselves in your journey, understanding your personalities, preferences, and unique style. From concept to delivery, we curate an experience that ensures you not only adore your photos but also cherish the process that led to them.

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I cannot say enough good words about @eastonstudios! The clear and consistent communication on how much each package would and what each included was extremely helpful. Nancy was very kind, patient, and not pushy at all with wanting us to choose options. The entire time working with her was pleasant-before, during, and after the wedding. She was on time and communicated how she would start and end the photos for the package we chose. The photos are absolutely gorgeous! I am so proud of each and every memory that she caught-especially extra surprise of close ups and different decor and activities throughout the wedding. She has a gift for getting the right shot at the most perfect time. The photos take me back to my wedding day, that I can relive each time I see them. If you hire Nancy for your wedding photos and or video, you will get the best memories to look back on!
Joanne C., 10 months ago
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Mountaintop Imagery 

5.0

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

I’m just a nature loving & adventure seeking romantic who will gladly hike to the top of a mountain with you on your big day. I don’t want to only take photos on this day but also guide you through the planning process of the most memorable day of your life.

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Rebekah is a wonderful & close friend of mine, but her professionalism and work ethics are incomparable! She has the perfect eye for capturing the perfect moments and she turns her clients visions into perfect reality that you can keep forever!
Noida, 10 months ago
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Kristen Thomison 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hello! My name is Kristen Thomison, I am passionate about capturing your story in a way that feels completely like you! Myself along with my team love getting to know you and capturing your day in a way that feels super intentional and like having some friends with you with a camera! Our promise is to keep it lighthearted and playful so that you look back on these images for years to come and remember the conversations, laughs, and maybe tears as if they were yesterday.

Awarded Best of Zola
We've had Kristen as a photographer at our venue more than once and we have always been pleased with how this team interacted with the vendors and the clients! Beautiful photos, beautiful personalities!
Taylor Gunter, 2 years ago
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Violet Carter Photography 

5.0

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

Welcome to my photography world! If you're here, it means you're searching for a photographer to help capture YOUR story. I have been fortunate enough to have had a part in telling the stories of thousands of individuals over the last decade through my photography. My approach is simple – I want you to cherish every moment, and I'll take care of the rest. When we work together, you can just be yourself, living in the present and embracing life's joy. I'll be there, discreetly and passionately capturing all those beautiful expressions and emotions.

Violet is hands-down one of the best photographers in the NYC area! Her attention to detail makes you feel special, and she's there to make sure you're authentically you! Would highly, highly recommend booking with Violet if you want to ensure your story is told in the most beautiful way possible! Extremely attentive, highly responsive, and outstanding photos.
Jesse, 3 months ago
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Maricarmen Maffioli 

5.0

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

My name is Mari, and I'm so thankful for many aspects of my life, including traveling the world. Photography and traveling are the two pillars that allow me to express my creativity. My couples enjoy curated experiences and thrive on exploring exotic landscapes to create memorable organic moments. I enjoy a multi-layered approach that infuses editorial touches and fine-art styles while still highlighting the candid, authentic moments of your celebration. My pursuit of impeccable details pushes me to continually evolve my vision while reminding me of the importance of carrying my camera with humor, compassion, and curiosity.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were left in TEARS! Each photograph captured the essence of our day in such a beautiful & authentic way. It was like reliving every moment, every emotion, all over again. Book her now, if looking since she only takes a handful of weddings each year.
Grace & J., 10 months ago
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Rafael Garcia Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

As a devoted wedding and portrait photographer, my primary focus is on authentically capturing the genuine emotions that make up your unique story. My goal is to ensure that your special day is not just visually documented, but deeply felt.

Rafael is hands down one of the best photographers I have worked with. I used his services previously for my mothers wedding and when the day came for mine I knew he was the photographer for us. He is detail oriented, patient, creative and kind. When my husband and I decided to elope we only gave ourselves a week and a half to plan. Rafael was very accommodating to our last minute plans and made us feel as if we had planned our special day a year in advance. Rafael took the time to learn the site and plan beautiful photos accordingly. Rafael gave us great directions on how to pose and what angels would make us stand out. My husband and I are not huge on taking photos and when we received the photos we were amazed ! The photos looked natural and captured who we are as a couple. I look at these photos and feel confident and beautiful! I appreciate all the work Rafael put in to our special day ! We are so excited to share these photos with our loved ones for generations to come.
Alexis C., a year ago
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Wow Studio 8 

4.6

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
  • Offer

Welcome. Award-winning photographers, we are a small team of artists specialize in high-end photography, video production, graphic design, make-up, and styling. We service clients around the world and willing to travel to any locations. If you like to get more information, and you can contact us via the contact form below. Photography has allowed him to travel the globe sharing pivotal milestones and personal events with the people who entrust him to capture these priceless memories and allow him to tell their story your way

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My wedding was a few months ago and I came across Wowstuduo8, our photographer is extremely patient with us. His team did an amazing job with our photos, I love it!! Highly recommend, what a great experience. Believe me brides (and grooms) it’s one less stress if you find the right photographer.
Amy &., 4 years ago
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Sandra Yvette Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

TOMORROW ISN’T PROMISED TO ANYONE, SO IT’S UP TO YOU TO DOCUMENT YOUR TODAY. YOUR RIGHT NOW. YOUR LIFE. Everybody has a story and I’m fascinated to learn yours. I come from a close knit family of 7, grew up in Sacramento, CA, and now have a super supportive husband while raising 2 fun, spunky children in San Diego, CA that mean the world to me. I believe that FAMILY IS EVERYTHING. I promise to capture the details, but most importantly, the people and moments that surround you on your wedding day.

Oh where do I begin? Sandra was such a highlight of our wedding day. Her photos are phenomenal and I am truly in awe. We did an engagement shoot with her as apart of our photo package. When we got our photos back I knew we had made the right choice. Sandra is so personable and easy to communicate with, but I think her photography can speak for itself. We only have our wedding previews and I am dying to see the rest in the photos in a couple of weeks! If you don’t hire her, you are making a mistake!
Stephanie A., 3 months ago
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Madeleine Collins Photography 

5.0

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

Hi and welcome! I'm Madeleine and am so glad that you've connected with my work. I focus on bringing you a fun, relaxed photography experience so that you can keep your attention on what's most important... enjoying the celebration with each other and your closest loved ones! You will always be treated like a friend and a client, meaning I will be your partner throughout your entire wedding experience. I strive to create a fun, laid back environment that will help produce the most authentic photos for your Southern California or destination wedding. I'd love to hear more about you, your partner, and your vision, so feel free to get in touch!

We are so happy that we chose Madeleine as our photographer. From the first email onward she was always very friendly and easy to communicate with. We chose her because we love her work and editing style but our experience with her surpassed all expectations. She is a genius behind the lens. She coordinated with us wonderfully and made many great suggestions. We met her in person for the first time at our engagement photo session and felt comfortable with her right away. She was very patient with me and understanding of my health/special needs. And during our wedding day she facilitated the day and kept us on schedule for photos. She worked great with our vendor team and made our experience a lovely one. She is so kind and professional. We absolutely love all of the photos we have received so far. We highly recommend her .
nancy p., a year ago
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Widgy Normil Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
  • Offer

I am a content creator/photographer. I specialized in Portraits (maternity, family, and couples), events (corporate, parties, etc.), and weddings (formal and elopements, destinations, courthouses, and so forth ). I am based in Lauderhill, Fl. I am known mostly for my unique natural skin tone portrait style

Widgy Normil Photography was a dream to work with for our wedding day. Their communication style was easy, quick and understanding throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was crisp, showstopping and professional. Widgy came up with such amazing concepts to make all of our dream albums come to life. He was accommodating and also gave us great advice that really elevated our wedding photos. I especially appreciated the Instagram video edits he made for us - they captured the joy and energy of our special day perfectly. We couldn't be happier with the memories Widgy helped us create.
Ketena W., a month ago
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Daria Noir Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
  • Offer

I’m a wedding and elopement photographer with a passion for capturing true emotions in a natural, documentary style. I love photographing outdoor weddings, intimate ceremonies, elopements and cinematic love stories —especially in breathtaking natural landscapes. My approach is all about making couples feel comfortable and stress-free, allowing their genuine love and connection to shine through. Every little detail, every candid moment, and every smile is captured with care, so you can relive your special day exactly as it felt.

Me and my wife absolutely loved her work ever since she made our engagement session and then captured our wedding. Daria is a talented photographer with very artistic vision. She made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Thanks a lot!
Max Z., 9 months ago
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Christin Sofka Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hi! I'm Christin, a destination wedding photographer based in Chattanooga, TN. Specializing in timeless and artful imagery, my expertise goes beyond just taking photos; it's about crafting a visual story that reflects the joy, love, and unique spirit of your celebration.

Working with Christin at Christin Sofka Photography was one of the absolute highlights of our wedding journey. From our very first inquiry to the days following our wedding, Christin has been nothing short of phenomenal—responsive, professional, fun, and such a warm presence throughout. We initially found her because of her stunning photography style, but it was her incredible personality that sealed the deal. From our first call, she genuinely wanted to get to know us—our story, our vibe, our vision—and it showed in everything she did. Before we even officially hired her, Christin was helping us find a venue that aligned with our dream, connecting us with other amazing vendors, and offering support in ways far beyond the role of a photographer. She was in it with us every step of the way. I’m usually awkward in front of a camera, but somehow Christin made it feel effortless and fun. She created an environment where we could just be ourselves—and that joy, love, and personality came through in every photo. Our pictures shine with who we are. Every idea we had, she embraced and brought to life in ways that exceeded our expectations. She was just as excited as we were the entire time—and honestly, I can’t imagine our day without her. Christin is not just a photographer—she’s a true artist, a cheerleader, and a calming, creative force you’ll be so lucky to have by your side. If you’re considering hiring her: do it. You’ll be singing her praises too.
Ashley S., 6 months ago

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