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290 Photographers serving Santa Monica, CA

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Kimmelle Photography

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
1 Verified booking

  • Culver City, CA
  • Photographer
  • 5 miles from Santa Monica
  • $300-1200

Pedro P. said “Kim was great and such a people person when she went to my sister's quinceañera event. I hired her for her event and she did an amazing job directing people for photos. Would recommend her photography... ”

Rachael Sterlin Photography

5.0 (6)
9 Verified bookings

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • Photographer
  • $300-$2000

Melissa Z. said “Rachael Sterlin Photography did an amazing job for my family. She captured my husbands birthday party. She was a great communicator, on time, fun to be around, and got great shots of all the important... ”

Lisa Donahue Photography

3 Verified bookings

  • Sherman Oaks, CA
  • Photographer
  • 9 miles from Santa Monica
  • $300 and up

Hi! I may be new to GigSalad but I've been running my own photography business for over 15 years and hope to be celebrating with you soon! As an event and...

Damon Dahl

New member

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • Photographer
  • Contact for rates

I’m a photographer focused on capturing moments that actually feel like something. Whether it’s live shows, portraits, or brand content, I shoot with intention,...

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • Photographer
  • Contact for rates

I shoot professional headshots. I also photograph events (weddings, premiers, birthday parties) and can provide a photo booth, dancers, emcees, etc. for an...

  • Venice, CA
  • Photographer
  • 3 miles from Santa Monica
  • Contact for rates

Evoke Emotion Photography - Specializes in Music Documentation of Concerts, Festivals, Band Tours, Artist Portraits.

  • Marina Del Rey, CA
  • Photographer
  • 4 miles from Santa Monica
  • Contact for rates

I take photos, edit & retouch them, and record/edit videos, I also do video edits and effects alongside 3D Design.

  • Culver City, CA
  • Photographer
  • 5 miles from Santa Monica
  • Contact for rates

I am a Los Angeles-based photographer, who handles anything from event photography to portrait shoots. Currently providing drone photography and videography...

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Quick facts for Photographers in Santa Monica, CA

15,691 quotes sent

In the past year, Photographers have sent 15,691 quotes to event planners.

20th most popular

Photographers rank #20 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

4.9 out of 5 stars

There are 5,683 Photographer reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

1.5 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 1.5 days (on average) to hire a Photographer.

Santa Monica ranks #6

Santa Monica is the 6th most popular city for Photographers requests in California.

Popular events

Photographers are typically hired for Personal Occasions, Children’s Birthday Parties, and Wedding Engagements in Santa Monica, CA.

California ranks #1

California is the most popular state for Photographers requests in the United States.

Past events for Photographers in Santa Monica, CA

Great addition to our event!

Photographer

5.0

April 3, 2026

2 hours

Great experience! Showed up on time and delivered the photos the next day. Loved not having to worry about capturing photos during the party. What a relief. Highly recommend!
Event total

$200

About booking Photographers in Santa Monica, CA

Booking professional photography is the best way to immortalize every unforgettable moment with your loved ones. Whether you’re setting up a special photo shoot for your family or want to capture genuine moments at your birthday party, wedding, or corporate event, you can find the right photographer for you on GigSalad.

The cost of hiring a professional photographer in Santa Monica, California will vary depending on the type of event, the length of the photo session, and the style of photography you want. For example, lifestyle photography for events will often have a different rate than portrait photography depending on the hours needed and the level of editing required. Contact the local photographers above to get a quote customized for your needs.

While browsing Santa Monica photographers, look through their online portfolios to see if their photos match the style you’re going for with your photo shoot. We also highly recommend reading plenty of reviews from past clients. See if others had a great experience and if the photographer was easy to work with. When talking with your photographer, discuss important details like what is included in the photo package, the venue or location setup, if lights are needed or if natural lighting will be present, and delivery timelines and expectations.

Once you find someone you want to hire, finalize the booking on GigSalad. Our full-service platform makes it easy to book all types of event services. You can communicate with the photographer, confirm all the details with an online agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad booking is covered by our Worry-Free Guarantee, so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back. You can put that phone camera away, relax, and let the pros capture beautiful photos on your special day.

Photographers serving the Santa Monica, CA area

These Photographers serve the wider Santa Monica and Los Angeles county area and travel to Pacific Palisades, Venice, West Los Angeles, Marina Del Rey, Westwood, Century City, Playa Vista, Playa Del Rey, Culver City, Beverly Hills, Ladera Heights, Topanga, El Segundo, Inglewood, West Hollywood, Sherman Oaks, Encino, Tarzana, Lennox, Del Aire, Studio City, Manhattan Beach, Hollywood, Hawthorne, Universal City, Valley Village, Toluca Lake, Van Nuys, Hermosa Beach, and Lawndale.