The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Ynez, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Santa Ynez, CA

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Natalie Thomson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $900
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

I'm Natalie, I am a local photographer based in beautiful Santa Barbara, CA. I mostly focus on intimate and smaller elopements, weddings, and events. The Santa Barbara Courthouse is often where you will find me, photographing civil weddings/elopements, and sometimes bigger weddings in the Mural room or Sunken Gardens. For the past 20 years I've worked on over 230 weddings (and counting!).

“From our first conversation, Natalie responded quickly and made us feel at ease with her friendly, professional approach. On our wedding day, she went above and beyond to capture every moment, staying patient while offering creative ideas that helped us relax in front of the camera. Her talent really shines through in the final photos they're stunning and feel authentic to who we are. Natalie made the entire process smooth and enjoyable, from start to finish. If you're planning a wedding, engagement shoot, proposal, etc she's absolutely the person to reach out to. We highly recommend her, 1000/10 !”
Karen A., 7 months ago
Grace Kathryn Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (29 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • 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
“Grace is so talented in what she does! We are obsessed with how our photos turned out. Beyond her skills, Grace is incredibly professional, kind, and just a pleasure to work with. She's the best!”
Nakisha G., 2 years ago
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Leslie Joy Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

With over a decade of experience in the wedding industry, I believe your wedding day deserves to be remembered as more than a collection of moments — it should feel like a rich story, with visceral emotions coursing through each scene. As a former wedding planner turned photographer, I document each chapter with an editorial eye and a genuine heart. My approach is guided by light and emotion, both intentional and effortless. Every image is composed with purpose, full of honesty and elegance, and alive with feeling. Your story is already extraordinary. My work ensures it’s remembered that way — beautifully, and forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Leslie was one of the preferred vendors for our wedding venue, Wedgewood Sterling Hills, and the minute I saw her online portfolio I knew I wanted her for our wedding. Now I have beautiful photos and she’s my friend for life, so it was a win-win for me. She was extremely thorough, asking important questions about myself and my husband, to ensure that she understood US as people. I felt heard and listened to every step of the way. I remember very early in our first call I mentioned that my husband makes me ALWAYS makes me laugh with small quick quiet quips. My favorite picture from our wedding is a stolen moment from our photo hour where we’re taking a break and he’s making me laugh. I love that picture. Lastly, DO THE ENGAGEMENT SESSION. Our engagement session was SO fun. Leslie gives incredible direction, she taught us how to pose, and made us feel very supported and comfortable prior to our wedding. If I saw someone else with my engagement photos I’d be so envious of how effortless they seem (so I’m glad they’re mine).”
Winter B., 2 years ago
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Alexandra Lambert 
Rating: 5.0 (19 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
  • Offer

I work full-time as a fashion and wedding photographer, and promise to get all of your Arrested Development references. I'm not here to ask you to smile and look at the camera - I'm here to be your pal and make some beautiful keepsakes to look back on!

Awarded Best of Zola
“I was SO excited to work with Alli for our engagement and wedding photos! Her photos are truly something special! She was personable and fun in her communication, and the quality of her work is exceptional - her images are beautiful, timeless, and captured the special moments of our wedding day in a way that felt very "us”! I will treasure these photos forever! Alli and Kasandra were incredibly quick and efficient, ensuring we could maximize our time with family and friends. Alli truly went above and beyond to make our day so special!”
Shonna D., a year ago
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Sarah Vendramini Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

A couple and their pets hiking in the woods...jumping in the waves at sunset...a bride dancing down the aisle...my goal is to document every scene of your story, so you can hold onto it forever. Whatever the occasion, whatever the venue, I strive to make the most out of life, capturing vibrant, authentic smiles, celebrating each moment, and spreading positive vibes. We only have one life to live...so let’s enjoy it! Though I specialize in couples photography, engagement sessions, and weddings in the Santa Barbara / Southern California area, I’m also available for maternity sessions and destination weddings.

Awarded Best of Zola
“10/10 recommend Sarah. She has a heart of gold and it shines the moment you meet her. I found Sarah on Instagram and knew I had to book with her. Her style of shooting was exactly what we were looking for. Not only is she a talented creative but she brings kindness and warmth to every interaction. We also appreciated how organized Sarah was and all of the advice and direction she offered. I was especially grateful and so comforted having her by my side on the wedding day. We feel so lucky to have met her and are so, so happy with our engagement and wedding photos. We love you Sarah and can’t wait for another reason to shoot with you.”
Jenn H., 4 years ago
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Lerina Winter Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • 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 is an absolutely amazing photographer and we are so glad she was a part of our wedding day! She did a phenomenal job capturing the fun and intimacy of our special day. She makes taking photos easy and comfortable and caught the most beautiful moments. I highly recommend Lerina to anyone looking for a wedding/professional photographer!”
Heather B., 4 years ago
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Santa Barbara Photo & Film 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
  • Offer

Santa Barbara Photo & Film is a wedding photography and videography company dedicated to capturing every celebration with a timeless, natural, and cinematic style. We focus on genuine emotions, meaningful details, and the moments that make each wedding feel completely unique.

“I've dreamed about my daughter's wedding day since she was a little girl, and these photos captured it even better than I imagined. The photographer somehow caught the exact look on my daughter's face when she saw her father for the first time in her dress. I'll be forever grateful I get to relive that moment whenever I want.”
Michelle S., a month ago
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Linda Kahle Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Romantic, cinematic wedding photography for couples celebrating in Santa Barbara, Montecito, Ojai, Los Angeles, Palm Springs/Joshua Tree, and California's Central Coast. Available for travel. Full day coverage begins at $3,200; half day coverage from $1,600.

“We had our courthouse elopement in Santa Barbara and Linda Kahle made the whole day feel easy and fun. She guided us through three different locations without any stress, and her eye for detail showed in every shot. What really blew us away was getting physical prints in our mailbox just a week later—we honestly didn't expect that! Linda's photos have this elegant, textured quality that captures both the serious moments and the joy we felt. Her communication was direct and collaborative throughout the process, so we always knew what to expect. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer to document our special day.”
Jasmine, a month ago
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Leah Sofia Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Thank you for being here! I feel so honored to be apart of your special day and love collaborating with any ideas or visions you have! You can describe my style as timeless, romantic and love adding in documentary style moments too! I am continually Inspired by the beauty of the my hometown Santa Barbara and the California coast. I specialize in maternity, family photography, engagement, elopement, & intimate weddings in Santa Barbara County - I also take bookings for Kauai if you are looking to elope on the beautiful beaches (please inquire for date availability, no travel fees)

Awarded Best of Zola
“Leah helped make our wedding the best day of our life. From the beginning, Leah was easy to work with, she listened closely to what we envisioned for our wedding and was able to provide us with creative ideas when we needed some help or felt overwhelmed. Leah's photography skills were superb and she provided us with so many beautiful pictures of us, our friends, venues, and so much more. Her turnaround time on getting us the photos was so quick too! Not only did she provide great photos, but she assisted as our "day-of-coordinator." Leah eased our fears so many times leading up to the wedding, she was easy to get a hold of or would reach out to us to make sure our wedding was coming together, and helped us communicate with some our other vendors when we needed an extra hand. Leah was the MVP of our wedding! You NEED her to be your photographer and she is worth every penny to be your day-of-coordinator too. We will be using Leah again for family photos!”
Taryn M., a year ago
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Brittany Taylor Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hi, I’m Brittany and I’m so glad you’ve stopped by! Through Brittany Taylor Photography I pride myself in capturing all of life’s milestone moments and preserving them through beautiful imagery. It is my goal to bring raw emotion to life and tell a unique story (your story) through each photograph. Having been in the industry for well over a decade I have the experience and expertise to provide my clients with both the professionalism and personal detail in which I believe every client deserves.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Brittany was such a wonderful presence and a true professional. At one moment, when I was feeling particularly rushed, she was able to take me aside for a photo session and remind me that we had plenty of time for that moment. She was right, and by saying that, it reminded me to relax and enjoy that moment. My oldest teen son appreciated her guidance on how to look natural in photos. It was a beautiful and happy day, and Brittany was able to capture all of the best moments. Thanks to her, we'll be able to look back at our day through her len and relive the joy forever!”
Robin H., a year ago
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Moments by Frank 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Your wedding deserves more than just photos—it deserves an experience. With over 15 countries captured, I create timeless, editorial, and emotionally rich images that transport you back to the moment. Every glance, every touch, every fleeting second—preserved with artistry and intention.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Working with Moments by Frank was such a great experience from start to finish. Frank is incredibly personable and made us feel like we were catching up with a friend rather than working with a vendor, which put us at ease on our wedding day. He and his team knew exactly how to direct us for poses and worked with impressive efficiency and creativity throughout the entire event. Our bridal party couldn't stop raving about how easy Frank and the team were to work with. Communication was solid, though fair warning that Frank stays busy so you may need to follow up occasionally, but his work ethic is clearly why he's in such high demand. Our sneak peaks are stunning, and we can't wait to see our full final gallery!”
Jean V., a month ago
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Lena Britt Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • 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., a year ago
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Amelie Black Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Thank you for being here! My name is Amelie and I am extremely passionate about capturing intimate love stories. I love collaborating with my couples to create unique, meaningful galleries that reflect the most important moments of their days. I would describe my style as candid, emotional, dreamy, fun, and documentary-style.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We had the absolute best experience with our wedding photographer! From the moment she and her second shooter Lauren arrived, they brought such warmth and ease to the day. My husband and I are both notoriously awkward in front of the camera, but they made us feel so comfortable and natural—it honestly felt like hanging out with friends. The preview photos we’ve received so far are absolutely stunning, and I couldn’t be happier with her work. I’m beyond excited to see the full gallery. What impressed me even more was how gracefully they adapted to the day’s hiccups. Despite less-than-ideal direction, they rolled with the punches and got creative, making sure to capture everything beautifully and meaningfully. I truly can’t recommend her enough—professional, talented, calm under pressure, and just an overall joy to work with. Book her. You won’t regret it!”
Karen Calderon M., a year ago
Chernogorov Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
“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., 2 years ago
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ByCherry Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

I'm based inn sunny Santa Barbara, California world famous for its moderate Mediterranean weather and Spanish architecture throughout the city. Being an all-year wedding destination location I have the fortune to be a part of so many couples' special days. I love capturing joy! I'm passionate about elopements and helping couples maneuver the logistics to make their day super special.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Cherry is AWESOME! She is not only professional, but was so fun to have as the photographer for our wedding. She has a creative vision and eye for photos that only comes naturally. She had so many great ideas for our wedding photos and engagement photos. I am so happy to have had her capture our special day. I would highly recommend her. We are so happy with Cherry's work that we have booked her for our maternity photo session coming up in October.”
Stefani and C., 6 years ago
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Kay Mitchell Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hi There! I'm Katherine (or Kay!). I've loved weddings for as long as I could remember and I believe I have one of the best jobs in the whole world. I love being able to capture moments from one of the best days of a couples lives and I get to do it alongside my best friend, my Husband. You could call us nerds; we love Harry Potter, puzzles and video games. Our favorite vacation spot is definitely Las Vegas and we both love good Mexican food. We have two fur babies; Bella and Betsy and yes they are so spoiled. The Husband, Abraham (or Bram) is also an engineer when he's not capturing weddings and a Cal Poly alum.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Kay & her husband both do amazing work! They make you feel comfortable and calm on a stressful day, & they truly capture all of the beautiful moments that come with a wedding. Kay will leave you not only 100% satisfied with your photos, but also like you gained a new friend. Do yourself a favor & hire her!!!!!”
Alexa, 5 years ago
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Studio Bibb 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

I’m a Santa Barbara–based photographer documenting weddings, elopements, and proposals along the coast and beyond. My approach is simple: capture the day as it actually felt. Clients often tell me how comfortable and at ease they felt being photographed, which allows moments to unfold naturally rather than feeling staged. My work leans true to color and natural in tone, with a focus on light, composition, and the in-between moments that often end up meaning the most.

“From our first conversation, Studio Bibb's team was easy to work with and got back to us quickly whenever we had questions. Olivia went above and beyond by meeting us at our venue the day before the wedding to map out the best spots and understand our vision. On the big day, she captured intimate moments between my husband and me, while her second shooter got stunning photos of our families coming together. The photos are absolutely breathtaking and worth every penny—we were blown away by the quality and attention to detail. Olivia's persistence in getting everything just right meant we have images we'll treasure forever. We'd recommend Studio Bibb to any couple looking for photographers who truly care about their story.”
Brooke N., 5 months ago
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Sarah 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hi!! How it works with us is Sarah shoots and Tessa edits! Sarah's been shooting weddings for over 10yrs!! Our style is emotive photos that feel like art! To see my latest work, check out my instagram!

Awarded Best of Zola
“We wanted to send a quick thank you to you as you made our wedding day extraordinary! Thank you for putting up with us (and our family) for all those hours patiently waiting for that incredible sunset! Thank you for helping plan the itinerary and pick some breathtaking spots for a photo shoot and making us feel comfortable in front of the camera even though we are both so awkward and unnatural LOL! Thank you for being so easy going and laid back and making our family feel so welcome and great behind the camera as well!!! Everyone was just raving about you! You were such a pleasure to work with and exceeded all our expectations of what a wedding photographer could be. Thank you for being part of our picnic, haha!, and our big day!!!!”
Kim & B., 4 years ago
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Samsarafilmss 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hi friends! Spending time with rad people is one of my favorite things to do and getting to spend your special day along side you while capturing your love story...even better!! I lean more into micro-weddings and elopements as I love the intimate experience but am open to whatever you have planned! I'm just along for the ride:)

“Samsarafilmss was the perfect wedding photographer for our special day. From the very beginning, their communication was easy, consistent and reliable, which helped put us at ease throughout the planning process. On the wedding day, the photographer made us feel super comfortable and was so sweet and outgoing. She was fully prepared and captured all the moments with such tenderness and artistry. We absolutely cherish the beautiful, unique photos they took - they are a perfect memory of our wedding that we will treasure forever. Samsarafilmss has an incredibly talented, artistic approach that we would highly recommend to any couple looking for a wedding photographer.”
Kendra H., 9 months ago
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Emily Loeppke Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

I’ve been a Santa Barbara wedding photographer for 14 years, drawn to effortless, artful documentation from the very beginning. With a background in visual merchandising, marketing studies in Paris, and valuable business experience in the corporate world, I eventually returned to photography—always my first love after taking a film photography course in high school—and never looked back. More than a decade in, my love for weddings remains as strong as ever. My empathetic nature and holistic approach help create a warm, relaxed experience for every couple I work with.

“Working with Emily was a dream come true! My wife and I hired her for our wedding and she ended up doing our engagement photos and the photos of our newborn baby. I don’t love photos being taken of me but she made me feel so comfortable and at home. She is so easy to work with and her photos are amazing! We are so excited to continue to work with her as our family grows.”
Mallory P., 9 months ago
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Shot by Mario 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hi, I’m Mario, an award-winning photographer, and graphic designer. I am a Santa Barbara County-based and specialize in lifestyle, weddings, quinceañeras, family, and senior portraits. Servicing Santa Barbara, Lompoc, Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo.

“Aztec Photography was truly a pleasure to work with on our wedding day. From our first interaction, their communication was great - they were flexible, responsive, and consistently kept us informed throughout the planning process. When it came to the big day, they seamlessly followed the schedule and captured all the special moments, from the ceremony to the reception. Their personalized approach and excellent eye for detail resulted in photos that are not only beautifully composed, but also nostalgic and full of emotion. Aztec Photography was also incredibly friendly and put us at ease in front of the camera. We are thrilled with the final product and highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented and professional wedding photography team.”
Kris M., 2 years ago
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Isle of Film Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

(i-love-film) I really do. There is something about the tactile quality, the vibrant color, the absence of color, the patience required, the craft. Something about how it pauses each moment for just one more second in the best way possible. It’s why I let film influence the way I shoot, how I approach each wedding day, and capture each moment despite how much easier it would be to only shoot digital. My hope is that all this effort and care and passion and sentimental value translates into something so much more than a photo on a screen. That you remember the way you felt, the laughs, the tears, and all the in-between moments.

“Jack was so nice to work with! He was super friendly and gave really helpful directions. The photos turned out great and I especially loved the film photos he took. I would definitely book a shoot with him again for something.”
Monty, a year ago
Augusta Ottillia Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

My passion for photography was built on nostalgia. From a young age, I loved opening of the old holiday popcorn tins full of generations of family photos that my mom kept in the hallway closet. It felt magical to pull out old memories and hear my mom recall the story behind a photo. Now, I love to capture these special memories for my clients to pass down to the next generation. My job is to encourage and direct you so you feel comfortable and confident while taking photos, capturing each unique story in a creative and authentic way. I do this by creating a space for us to truly get to know each other and be ourselves.

“If you are reading this review in search of a wedding photographer, you can stop the search now, because Augusta is who you want! Augusta is so talented, so easy to connect with, and takes the time to truly understand what you and your partner are hoping to capture. On our actual wedding day, there were many times we were running behind schedule, and Augusta quickly adapted and still managed to capture more than we ever hoped for, or expected. More than that, I'm not sure how many weddings Augusta has worked, but she makes you feel like the most important and special person, is so attentive, has such a calming yet commanding presence (exactly what you need, but didn't know you needed until the day is actually unfolding), and makes you feel like you've been lifelong friends. She's extremely professional, great with communication, and if I had 15 weddings, I'd want her for all 15 of them.”
Amanda & E., 2 years ago

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