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    After meeting Cassandra for coffee while planning our wedding in Mendocino my husband and I knew she was going to be perfect for our wedding photos and video and she did not disappoint! She was so knowledgeable about the location and how and where to take our photos which was very reassuring since we were having a destination wedding. She was also great with communication throughout the planning process and even on the day of. She brought a warm and calming energy to our wedding day which was greatly appreciated. Also our photos and video turned out so well! They are amazing and even better than I could have imagined. We would highly recommend her!

    Cassandra did the photography for my microwedding in Mendocino. She was wonderful to work with, always responsive and flexible from the first interaction until the delivery of the photos. She was also a positive energy to have around on our big day. Her work is absolutely beautiful and really captured us as a couple. We couldn't be happier. Highly recommend, worth every penny!

    Alexandre S.

    I hired Cassandra for an engagement photo shoot. She was great, super accommodating, recommended a few good spots around Mendocino and suggested to keep it a surprise. I proposed on the cliffs and Cassandra was able to get some paparazzi shots of the moment. Great memories and amazing pictures! Definitely recommend

    Rachel M.

    We cannot praise Cassandra enough. She was our wedding photographer and it was beyond magical. She was professional and attentive throughout the entire process. There were quite a few hiccups throughout our wedding, but Cassandra was there to help smooth things over and keep us on track. Our wedding would have been completely derailed if it wasn't for Cassandra. She went above and beyond, 100% would recommend! Oh! Did I mention that the actual photographs are freaking perfect?!

    Michelle V.

    We are so lucky that Cassandra Young was our photographer for our wedding. She is so talented and so great at what she does. She is very professional, easy to get a hold of, very flexible, and so knowledgeable. We had to reschedule our engagement portraits several times due to weather and she was always so flexible with making it work with our schedule. I was so stressed about the wedding day timeline and she pretty much helped me with the entire days agenda. She had so many great ideas for photos and is so great with direction. After the wedding, our family and friends couldn't stop complimenting what a wonderful person Cassandra was and how calm she kept everyone. I would hire her again in a heartbeat. I've only gotten previews of some photos but they are so beautiful (I mean absolutely amazing) and we can't wait to see the rest in a few months!

    Angie R.

    My daughter was married at The Albion River Inn on 9-29-19. The goal was a small, simple, magical wedding weekend with close family and friends! The venue is a special place and hiring the perfect photographer was a top priority to capture the candid, fun and special moments! And that's where Cassandra comes in. After looking at her website and talking to her; we knew she was perfect! She explained everything on the phone, answered all our questions, proposed a timeline and sent a contract reiterating what was talked about. She is so experienced and makes you feel relaxed and at ease because she knows what she is doing so you can enjoy the wedding. She knows the Mendocino area so don't have to worry about her trying to figure out the best place to take photos-she already knows!! Also, there was rain predicted during the ceremony, she remained calm and she said she would make things work no matter what happens! There was a little bit of rain and clouds and it sure made the sky beautiful and added a lot of character to the day!! Thank you, Cassandra, for the beautiful engagement and wedding photos that will bring us back to The Albion River Inn and the Mendocino area every time we look at them!

    Priscila B.

    We are extremely fortunate to have been able to book Cassandra for our engagement and wedding photos. She explains everything so clearly, gives you options/ideas but also listens to what you have envisioned and then delivers! We quickly felt at ease with her during our engagement session and have received several compliments from our guests on how warm and professional she was to work with throughout the wedding. Her photos are absolutely stunning! We hope to book her again in the future!

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    Cassandra was such a pleasure to work with and captured our day beautifully through both photos & video. Highly recommend!

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    Cassandra did a wonderful job of taking engagement photos for us, and the results were beautiful!

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    Thanks Cassandra, for making our day so special and giving us the greatest gift of all, AMAZING PHOTOS!!

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    J.Perlman Photography

    J.Perlman Photography

    (21 reviews)

    When we discovered Mendocino, we knew its where we wanted to have our elopement. The magic of the…read moreredwoods, the oceanside cliffs, and the beaches all lured us in, but we had no idea where to start. As we did research, we found Joyce. She was easy to communicate with, highly knowledgable of the area and had all the recommendations we could ask for to help us in choosing all sorts of things: officiants, florists, dining, things to do, etc. She even chatted with me when I was choosing my gown about how it may look in the photos depending on which one I went with. Ultimately, we shared photos of what we loved in Joyce's work, and handed her full creative freedom to lead us where felt right. She was careful to have us as we naturally were, she didn't pose us one time (which made me nervous during the shoot!). In the end, we couldn't be more grateful for the vision she brought to life. Our wedding day was captured so gorgeously; every shot is a love letter to our day -- luminous, timeless, majestic. Here are some quotes from friends who reached out after seeing the photos: "Congratulations! Wow, these pictures are amazing! You look like an ethereal princess" "The photos look like you're in a fairytale!" "Absolutely stunning." Thank you Joyce, for your dedication to your craft.

    We chose Joyce because we loved her journalistic style and the way her photos captured not just the…read morecouple, but also the landscape, atmosphere, and emotion of each moment. We were married in Mendocino in August 2025, with a small, intimate ceremony that included just my husband's kids. From the start, we wanted a photographer who could beautifully capture the casual, candid moments of our family walking to the bluffs and exploring the charming streets of the village -- and Joyce did exactly that. Her photos were everything we hoped for -- natural, artistic, and full of feeling. Many of our friends said the images looked like they came straight out of a magazine spread, and we completely agree. Looking through our gallery takes me right back to each special moment: a whisper in my husband's ear, laughter during our ceremony, and the joy of walking down Main Street toward the ocean cliffs where we said our vows. Working with Joyce was effortless. She made us feel comfortable, offered great direction, and understood what was most meaningful to us. She perfectly balanced our desire for wide, scenic shots with her recommendation for close-ups and traditional portraits, which we're now so grateful to have. The blend of sharp detail with softly blurred backgrounds gives every image a timeless quality. I would recommend Joyce wholeheartedly to any couple looking for a photographer who can capture not just how your day looked, but how it felt. We're already looking forward to working with her again for a future family photo session.

    Holly Shankland Photography - Heritage House Wedding // Holly Shankland Photography // Mendocino, CA

    Holly Shankland Photography

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    I cannot imagine a better photographer than Holly. She is beyond talented. She was so incredibly…read morefun to work with. I never once felt the camera was invasive. She made everyone of my guests feel comfortable and happy, and that comes through in the photos. She was able to get the most amazing shots. Our sunset photoshoot with her was something we dreaded, because we didn't want to miss a single moment with our guests. But with her guidance, it became this truly romantic moment I shared with my husband. It was a such moment of stillness and connection that it became our favorite part of the wedding. We are so thankful to her for building that experience for us. She is a true professional.

    Working with Holly has been a dream come true. She is both professional and personable. I found her…read morevia instagram being her awesome adventuresome self, and when I found out she was not only a wedding photographer, but also a heli-ski photographer I knew she would get our personalities and make them shine. Holly has been amazing to work with. She shot our engagement photos up at Kirkwood Mountain and spent the day chasing us around the snow. Her communication style and vision really made us feel comfortable as we like the more candid shots. We loved our engagement photos so much, and Holly as a person, that we brought her to Thailand with us for our wedding. We got married on the island of Koh Samui with 60 of our closest friends and family, and Holly fit right in. She was charming, professional, social, and in the mix getting ever photo we asked over the 5 days. Holly captures all the moments you want to remember. I can't stop looking at our photos. She has a ton of energy, is adventurous with her camera, and isn't afraid to direct you or your people (but not in harsh way) - she gets the best out of you by making sure you are just being you. After working with Holly she's become my go to photographer (and a friend) who I recommend to all my friends for local and destination weddings, photos shoots, and adventure travel!

    Emily Matheson Photography - Fort Bragg Wedding Photography

    Emily Matheson Photography

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    Emily is amazing! Extremely professional and really cares about your wedding vision. She was…read morepatient throughout the entire day and made sure to capture every little detail. Our photographs turned out beautifully--very natural and not too edited. Exactly what we wanted! One moment I'll never forget during our special day is when Emily surprised us with an impromptu church exit/flower petal toss with our guests. I had mentioned the idea to her at the wedding rehearsal the night before but explained it wasn't in our floral budget. She went home that night and handpicked flowers so that we could have that experience. Truly one of our favorite moments of the day and all thanks to Emily! On top of this, a whole year later, she is answering emails and photograph edit requests. I'd hire her again in a heartbeat!

    I cannot recommend Emily Matheson Photography enough! She is not only incredibly talented behind…read morethe camera, but also one of the kindest and most genuine people you'll ever meet. She has taken my family photos since I was a little girl. We've always had comfortable and fun sessions -- she makes everyone feel relaxed, including my daughter (which is no small feat ). The photos turn out stunning every time -- natural, beautifully edited, and full of emotion. She has such an eye for capturing little moments you didn't even realize were happening. You can tell she really loves what she does, and it shows in every detail. Whether you're looking for family photos, a special event, or just want to treat yourself to a beautiful shoot, she's your girl. Book her. You won't regret it!!

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