The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Santa Monica, CA

The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Santa Monica, CA

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584 Wedding Photographers in Santa Monica, CA

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Shot By Katie Gunz 

4.5

Santa Monica, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000

Katie is a published Wedding Photographer known for her warm romantic style. Over the past 7 years she has photographed many weddings throughout Southern California. She enjoys nature and loves connecting with couples who truly believe in love and creativity.

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I can only give Katie the HIGHEST recommendation. Not only is her work phenomenal, but her attention to details and prep work behind her shoots is very appreciated. We used Katie for our engagement photos and wedding photography and as a stressed bride, I really appreciated the leg work she did ahead of time to get the best shots. She came with a ton of fun ideas that really made our shoots fun and easy going. While at the wedding, she caught all the best candid and the planned parts went so smooth because she is fun to work with. I loved having Katie as our photographer and recommend her to everyone!!
Kelsey, 5 years ago
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Klose Up Photography 

4.0

Santa Monica, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $8,000

I’m Samantha, a fine art wedding photographer based in Santa Monica, capturing timeless, editorial imagery for couples across California, Cabo, Italy, France and beyond. With over a decade of experience, I bring gentle guidance and heartfelt storytelling to every celebration. My husband and I also offer seamless cinema for couples who want every moment artfully preserved, with seamless coverage and shared creative vision.

Samantha is truly the BEST!!! She shot our private elopement and also our wedding reception celebration with all of our friends and family. All of our pictures turned out beyond incredible. She is so talented and can command the room (in the best possible way) when needed. I could not recommend her services more!
Ashley D., 8 months ago
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Randall de Leon Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Photography has always been a lifelong passion of mine, I picked up my first camera as a gift from my dad when I was 14 years old. Never in a million years would I have thought that my lifelong hobby could eventually become my career. I focused on my future, working my way through college and grad school to achieve my license to practice, but a part of me realized that I wanted to pursue a career that allowed me to go on adventures and meet a lot of new people. So in 2019, I took that risk, changed my hours from full time to part time and put more focus on my photography. I booked my first gig later that year and have never looked back.

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Randall was recommended by our videographer (Call it Captivation Films, who we recommend). We really enjoyed his gallery and how natural his photos looked. We spoke to a few other photographers before him, but during our 1st video meeting he vibed well with us; he and I are both Fil-Am with history of working with pediatric patients (he as a PTA, me as a RN), and he and my husband shared a love for the same teams (Dodgers and Lakers). We were quick to book him after our meeting and are extremely happy with our decision to work with him! The photography packages he offers and his prices are amazing. Randall was great with communication and with providing us with recommendations (ie what to bring for flat lay, helping us pose, etc) prior to and day of the wedding. He did a site tour of our venue where we got to meet him and his kids in person. Prior to the ceremony, Randall worked with me, while the 2nd photographer worked with my husband. My husband said that the 2nd photographer fitted in well like one of the boys. He gave us a preview of the photos 1 week after our wedding and the full gallery of our wedding about 8-9 weeks after our wedding. We are so happy with all the photos! They are so beautiful and timeless, and they captured the essence of our wedding so well. **If you're looking for a photographer, Randall is your guy! I did the research for you :) Book him now! **
Tina S., a year ago
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VKphotography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hello, future brides and grooms! We are Victor and Katherine, a dedicated husband-and-wife team with over a decade of experience in the wedding industry. Married for 12 years and capturing love stories since 2013, we are passionate about preserving the heartfelt, joyful, and unforgettable moments of your wedding day. We currently offer Photo & Video packages which include both services, if you have any questions please feel free to reached out. We hope to hear from you soon.

Planning a wedding comes with many decisions and who your photographer is a major one. VKphotography was the easiest decision we made. They have a great selection of bundles for all your photography needs and wants. They were so attentive to all our questions and ideas. They provided all the information needed to make this decision. Our engagement session was our first ever photoshoot and they made is feel comfortable, beautiful/handsome, and confident. They had so many great ideas and just came out so beautiful. We cannot wait for our big day and see all the beautiful memories they are going to capture. Thank you VKphotography, we cannot wait to work with you after our wedding in all the major moments we will experience in our life.
Maria Jose a., 10 months ago
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Gui Bittencourt Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

I'm a Brazilian photographer and filmmaker based in Los Angeles, specializing in multicultural weddings since 2018. I've photographed couples from over 40 countries, blending traditions from Mexico to Morocco, India to Ireland, Japan to Brazil. My style is vibrant, natural, and true to life—focused on authentic emotion and joyful moments.

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We discovered Gui on Zola and reached out because of his experience with photographing marriages for various cultures and from various backgrounds. Gui's photographs also caught our eye as there were great candid shots to capture the moment and sweet posed ones. When we met with Gui over zoom to get to know each other, he was kind, responsive, and knowledgable. Gui helped put us at ease, and it was a fairly quick decision to go with him after we met. We did an engagement photo session with Gui. He was very flexible when the park we wanted to do the session at was closed. We were able to pivot, and Gui took incredible photos in the new location. Gui also did not pressure us always asking if we were okay with the poses, but adjusting us for better shots. We were so happy with the engagement photos. On the day of the wedding, Gui was prompt and punctual. We took a few shots before the ceremony. During the ceremony, Gui captured all the key moments, but we also received compliments from our guests that he did not distract or take away from teh ceremony. Gui did great with the family photos and was very gracious in the many photos with friends during the reception. We cannot recommend Gui enough. His demeanor helped to relieve any stress around the photos both during the engagement session and the wedding. Gui's experience with many different couples has helped him develop cultural sensitivity which he uses to capture and highlight the unique moments of their ceremony. Thank you so much, Gui, for all your help during the wedding.
Alex & A., 5 months ago
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Porterhouse Los Angeles 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,350
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

My name is Zyaire Porter and I am the photographer of Porterhouse LA Weddings. Born & raised in Los Angeles, I have been capturing weddings professionally since 2013. I answer every email myself (no bots or assistants).

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Porterhouse LA's service and quality are top-tier! We had the pleasure of working with Zyaire and his team for our engagement photo shoot and our wedding day. There were so many moving parts to the wedding (we had three locations) and they made it their mission to get important moments from start to finish. They were true professionals and guided us on posing, and stances, and he made sure to work closely with us on quick and prompt delivery of amazing quality photos. The level of quality and talent Zyaire provides is superior - we 100% recommend!
Anise S., 2 years ago
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JetStream Productions 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Congratulations on your pending wedding. We love being apart of weddings and love in general. We know it can be a stressful time and also an expensive time so we have many options to fit most budgets from basic to extravagant. We are full service in Photography, Video and Photobooth. We strive to keep the process as stress free and laid back as possible. With years in the industry we know we can get it done and our turn around times are fast. We have been working with cameras since the year 2000 and have been in the business since 2005. I have a Bachelors from CSULA. We can accommodate many styles to achieve your goals.

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Josh was amazing! He was so flexible, accommodating and laid back. He put my nervous husband at ease almost immediately and delivered exactly what I hoped for and more. We are so happy with how he captured our elopement and got our photos & video edited & back to us super quickly!
Andrea L., a year ago
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Mirage and Light Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Photography is my creative dream come true and it is so incredibly special to be able to capture memories that other people will love and cherish for many, many years. Around high school, I found out for myself how important these memories were. Not just the ones I was creating currently but the ones that I couldn’t get back. I would look back on these photos and think, "I remember how happy I was that day." "Aww, my little brother was so tiny then!" Or even, "What was I thinking when I wore that outfit??" These little snippets of time carried such a significance for me that I wanted other people to feel that way about their memories, too.

Mirage & Light Photography made our wedding photo dreams come true! Let's be honest, sometimes taking photos can feel awkward and that is the complete opposite of how we felt with Amanda. We felt like she was our instant friend who was hanging out with us on our wedding day. Our small and intimate wedding was held during the crazy times of 2020. Throughout the many texts and phone calls deciding if our wedding could or would even happen, Amanda was there for us. She always checked in and offered support. Amanda captured every detail of our perfect day. We have candid photos to the perfect little detail photos to the most beautiful portraits that we have already framed in our home. Amanda also had a few polaroids at the end of the night to give to us as a sneak peak. We received all our photos within a short few weeks of our wedding day. The photos are dreamy and just flat out gorgeous. The lighting in each photo is perfection. Amanda has a true gift for making photos look 100!
Marissa K., 5 years ago
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Pink Heart Photography by Maria Evins 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,450
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hi!! I'm Maria, photographer, mom, wife, and nacho lover. Not listed in any particular order lol Once I had my first born, I realized going back to work at CBS was not what I wanted with 12 hour workdays. I took photography classes and decided to build my own business myself. I have been photographing weddings for the last 6 years and enjoy celebrating this amazing day with all my clients. Cheesy as it may sound, I'm an absolute romantic and I relish in witnessing the love, words said, and the joy found at every wedding.

Awarded Best of Zola
Maria from Pink Heart Photog was fabulous to work with - great communication before, she arrived on time, kept to schedule and produced beautiful photos!! Excited to work with her again!!
Laurie, 6 years ago
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Honeylume Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

I’m a wedding photographer with nearly 20 years of experience and a deep appreciation for the moments that matter most. What excites me isn’t just photographing a wedding day — it’s delivering images you’ll come back to again and again. I focus on real connection, genuine emotion, and creating an experience that feels easy and comfortable from start to finish. I’m not afraid to let the day go by and be a quiet observer, or guide you through posing if you need a bit of encouragement. If you’re looking for someone who cares just as much about how your photos feel as how they look, I’d love to connect.

Working with Honeylume Photography was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Lee’s communication was always positive and timely. The quality of his work and overall value was top-notch - Lee clearly takes pride in his work. He was fully engaged throughout the process, making it a fun and comfortable experience for us. Honeylume went above and beyond to ensure we felt like the center of attention during our engagement shoot. Lee gave it his all to capture all the special moments. It truly felt less like a photographer working and more like us just having fun together. We are thrilled with the gorgeous photos that beautifully document the start of our next chapter.
Morgan S., 3 months ago
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Moments by Ash 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hi, I'm Ashley Balderrama—born and raised in Los Angeles, and the creative force behind Moments. What started as a passion for photography over 10 years ago has now evolved into a thriving business, where I get to turn life’s fleeting moments into lasting memories.

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From the moment we first spoke with Ashley, we knew we had found the perfect wedding photographer. Her professional yet warm communication style immediately put us at ease and we could tell she was passionate about her work. On the day of our wedding, Ashley's calming presence and creative eye helped us feel comfortable in front of the camera, and the photos she captured truly reflect the joy and emotions of our special day. Ashley was attentive to every detail, ensuring she got shots that will be cherished for generations to come. The quality of her work is outstanding, and we could not be happier with the beautiful memories she helped preserve for us. Ashley went above and beyond to make our wedding day perfect, and we highly recommend Moments by Ash to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.
Sarah, 3 months ago
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Another Dream | Wedding Photo & Video 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

I am Frank, founder of Another Dream, a close-knit group of passionate storytellers dedicated to capturing love stories. Together we birng a unique blend of candid, natural, and creative storytelling to every corner of California.

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Another Dream Wedding Photo & Video was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding photography. Their communication style is quick, thorough and professional - they responded to emails incredibly fast and were very detailed in answering all of our questions. The quality of their work is nothing short of dreamy, beautiful and amazing - the photos captured all of the special moments from our wedding day in a natural, artistic way that truly tells the story. They have an ability to capture genuine emotions and moments without ever feeling intrusive. Their rates are very fairly priced for the incredible quality of their artistic photography and videography. We could not recommend Another Dream more highly for wedding photography and videography - they are true professionals who deliver beautiful work that we will treasure forever. Choosing them was one of the best decisions we made when planning our wedding!
Guadalupe F., 2 years ago
Big Day Memories 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

BigDayMemories have been helping couples create the wedding of their dreams for over 20 years. We know that planning your special day can be hard work, and our team is determined to make sure your wedding stands apart from the rest. From top-notch services to extraordinary packages - we're devoted to making this a cherished event!

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband & I have nothing but good things to say about this team. We are so thankful we hired them to be a part of our journey. We did an engagement shoot first & wow were we impressed with the photos. Fast forward to our big day and they were incredible. But then it got better, we are on our honeymoon still & we already received our photos back! I was blown away with how fast they were & how lovely the photos came out. We recommend Big Day Memories to everyone who is getting married - The McCarron’s P.s- their communication level is top tier
Lex M., 9 months ago
Nicole Catherine Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hi, I'm Nicole! From a young age, I always had a camera in hand and absolutely loved taking photographs and documenting anything that caught my eye. Born and raised in Southern California, I love the beach, bright colors, and documenting couples' love stories. Pursuing my passion for photography, I graduated from Brooks Institute of Photography with my BFA. I photographed my first wedding in 2014 and never looked back.

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Nicole is THE BEST! We initially hired her for our engagement shoot but we loved her photos so much once we saw them that we immediately hired her for our wedding too, and those photos came out equally as amazing! Nicole did such a great job capturing all of the happiness, warmth and love from our wedding day that I feel like I’m reliving every wonderful moment when I look at them. Beyond her skills as a photographer, Nicole was so patient and kind with all of my questions and was such a sweet, positive person to have with us at the wedding - when it was time for her to go I didn’t want her to leave! Overall, Nicole was a marvelous addition to our day and captured every beautiful moment in pictures that our family and friends are still raving about months later!
Devon Manze, 4 years ago
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Bre Burkey Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Bre Burkey is a passionate wedding photographer and visionary artist. She is dedicated to turning her couples cherished and intimate moments into lifelong memories. with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to storytelling through her images, she's had the privilege of documenting countless love stories. She believes that every couple has a unique love story to tell. She works closely with her couples to understand their style and preferences, ensuring that their photos reflect their personality and emotions. Building a connection with her clients is essential. She strives to make her couples feel comfortable in front of the camera

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I have worked with Bre on a few weddings in the past as a second photographer. I’ve had nothing but great experiences with her as a vendor. Her communication has always been excellent, she is punctual and reliable, making the entire day stress-free. Her outgoing personality makes everyone around her feel at ease and more comfortable. I highly recommend choosing Bre to capture your moment!
Katlyn Bradley Photo, 2 years ago
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Shelby Ayn Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

I'm a wedding photographer who loves capturing real, unscripted moments with a warm, earthy, and candid touch. Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure filled with laughter, happy tears, and unexpected little moments, and I’m here to document it all in a way that feels natural, fun, and true to you—not stiff or overly posed. When I’m not behind the camera, life is a whirlwind of adventure. I’m a proud mom to a wild and wonderful toddler, which means I know a thing or two about embracing chaos and finding joy in the little moments.

Shelby and her team were amazing to work with. They were extremely professional and edited our photos perfectly. Shelby found great locations at our venue for pictures, and was she took any and all suggestions I had regarding how to pose, who to pose with, and the style of photos. She made our wedding day that much better, and I recommend her for any event/photoshoots that you may need her services :)
Clarisse & B., 2 years ago
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Kim Gomez Photos 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

I’ve been a professional photographer since 2013 and started my own photography business in 2022 and it’s the best thing I’ve ever done for myself! I'm passionate about connecting with my clients and giving them 110% of my support on their wedding day and all the days leading up to it. My editing style is true to color. I use gentle guidance and capture lots of sweet and fun candids for you to treasure. So whether we're catching those golden hour romantics or you tearing up the dance floor, I'm here to make sure you can look back on photos of your Big Day and remember the emotions of that moment.

Kim was truly exceptional. She is professional, warm, and incredibly attentive, making everyone feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. Her creative eye and clear vision allowed her to capture the most meaningful, beautiful moments effortlessly. The turnaround time was impressively fast, and the quality of her work exceeded all expectations. If you want a photographer who is talented, reliable, and genuinely passionate about making your wedding day perfect, Kim is the one.
Jessica D., 2 months ago
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Events Via the Lens 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA
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The trifecta ! We are a family of photographers who set out on this venture together. We are a husband wife duo with a 13 year old apprentice. We each have our photography styles which yields entirely different perspectives and photographs documenting your event. I have been doing photography since my 20s when I built my own dark room in my house and developed my own film. From there I did weddings and events . Now 20+ years later it’s a family endeavor to help make your memories come to life. We have a small photo printer to print off photos on site so your guests have a personal party favor and you have an immediate photo to take home!

I had such a wonderful experience working with Terry. From the moment we started, she made me feel completely comfortable and at ease, which made such a difference during the shoot. The session felt natural and fun, and the photos turned out even better than I could have imagined. I absolutely love them and will treasure them forever. I can’t recommend her enough!
Kristi H., a month ago
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Tovicand Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $950
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA
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Tovicand Photography is a multi award-winning professional wedding photography studio based in Southern California. We gladly serve Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura and surrounding counties. We have been in business since 2010 and absolutely love what we do!

Tom is an absolutely fantastic wedding photographer! From the moment he arrived, he brought professionalism, calm energy, and a genuine passion for capturing beautiful moments. He guided us effortlessly, made everyone feel comfortable, and delivered photos that were beyond anything we could’ve imagined. Every picture was crisp, emotional, and full of life. If you want someone who truly cares about your big day and delivers stunning results, Tom from Tovicand Photography is the one. Highly recommended!
Rob, 3 months ago
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Calibridalfilm 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,099
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

We are a family-owned photography business located in Los Angeles. Our goal is to discover and highlight the beauty of this world, to capture love and the human spirit in the simplest and the most organic way and to preserve these memories so that your future generation can experience your love story just like you did on your wedding day.

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I booked calibridal film for my fusion Indian/American wedding and they did an INCREDIBLE job capturing our events. The communication was very seamless leading up to the events and the photos turned out amazing. We are so happy we worked with them and highly recommend. Our ceremony was very colorful during the daytime outdoors and our reception was in a ballroom with more minimalist decor, and they captured both events perfectly. I loved looking through all the photos, not just the portraits but the great candidate they got of guests. Thank you Anna!
Joan A., 2 years ago
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Tess Branker Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

I’m Tess, a Los Angeles–based wedding and lifestyle photographer with over six years of experience. My work blends a classic, editorial aesthetic with a natural approach — creating imagery that feels refined, timeless, and emotionally grounded. I offer thoughtful direction when it’s helpful and space when it’s not, adapting to each couple so the day unfolds with ease and intention.

Tess Branker Photography was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. Her communication was always clear, consistent, and incredibly organized throughout the entire process. Tess is truly talented, delivering beautiful photos in a timely manner. She fit in seamlessly with our wedding party, feeling like a friend rather than just a vendor, which led to photos where everyone felt completely at ease. Truly a joy to work with, our photos are perfect, and we've already referred several friends to Tess Branker Photography. Don't hesitate to book her for your special day!
Sabrina S., 2 months ago
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Sally Lili Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hi there! I'm Sally and I serve the Ventura, Los Angeles, and Orange County areas. I started out in sports photography and transitioned into portrait photography in 2015. I did mostly grad photography until early 2021, when I started to transition into family and engagement photography.

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We worked with Sally for our engagement photoshoot and our wedding day. Sally made us feel instantly comfortable at our engagement shoot, and brought that same energy to our wedding day. Sally made sure to capture those "small moments" at our wedding that were really important to us. We can't get enough of our pictures!! Please consider Sally as your wedding photographer, you will not regret it!
Ashley V., 4 years ago
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Jason Snorlax Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

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.

Five stars all around for honestly the best human and wedding photographer. We did three shoots with Jason since his pricing is so fair. We loved all of them! He’s so good with seeing the perfect backdrop where you’d never think one exists. And it was so meaningful to watch his style develop over the years that we’ve been working with him. We hope to always lean on him to capture our special occasions and moments. Thank you Jason from the bottom of our hearts for helping us hold onto the best times of our lives!
Kelly, 3 years ago
Elizabeth Burgi Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

I'm a wedding and lifestyle photographer who loves her husband, two pups, and traveling. I specialize in bringing a friendly and personal approach to each and every job! Through my lens, I'm focused on capturing special moments with true emotion and translating them into art.

Working with Elizabeth and Tim was an absolute dream. From the moment we met them, their kindness and professionalism put us at ease, even though my husband and I are naturally a bit camera-shy. They made us feel completely comfortable, and it shows in the stunning photos and video they captured. Their attention to detail, creativity, and genuine care for their work made the entire experience seamless. We couldn’t be happier with how beautifully they documented our special day, and we feel so lucky to have had them there. If you’re looking for a team that will go above and beyond to capture your most important moments, look no further than Elizabeth and Tim—they are simply the best!
Quinn R., a year ago
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James Korin Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hello Friends! I'm a wedding and portrait photographer based out of Long Beach, CA. Weddings are my absolute favorite type of photography and I love hearing about my couples love stories. My commitment to you is to provide with the best images of your life and a feeling that we are going to be friends for awhile. I will walk you through the whole process from start to finish and I'll make sure you take the time to enjoy your special day.

From beginning to end, James has been a great communicator. He has a calming energy that is very comfortable to work with when planning a big wedding like what we did. The first time we spoke on the phone we knew James was the guy for us. He is extremely thorough and one hundred percent committed to capturing the vision you see for your wedding. On the day of, his team showed up early and worked tirelessly. They shifted seamlessly, quickly adapting to any issues that arose, and when cold weather threatened our intimate sunset photoshoot, James coached us through blistering windchill with speed and precision. We've already seen a few of the sneak peeks and the photos look wonderful.
John C., 3 years ago

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