I think Cassandra's work speaks for itself- she captures all the gorgeous natural settings of…read morenorther California coastline and surrounding areas, and also seems to find a wind range of raw human emotions which present themselves on one's wedding day- both were things I would like to remember from my wedding day. Also, I know she must post-edit her images, but it's nothing too over-the top, everything looks very natural. What you don't see in her portfolio is how it is to work with her. She is extremely warm yet professional. For my elopement not only was she able to recommend a wonderful officiant and florist- and picked up the flowers the morning of! she really went above and beyond for her sense of adventure. She was with us the entire action-packed day starting with a walk in the redwoods, a picknick at a winery and even went out on a kayak with us as we free-dove the kelp and explored some other features of the coast. What a great sport! I doubt many photographers would do that, on top of having great skills. I can't thank her enough for helping us our special day, and for capturing it all so well. I look back on our photos nearly daily to remember it.

Cassandra is an absolute PRO and we couldn't have been happier both in preparation for the event…read moreand execution at the wedding. She was easy to work with, invisible yet taking gorgeous shots and wow does she know the exact right spots and time of day to shoot in Mendocino and especially the Cypress Grove. She's also a great time keeper who kept us on our toes so we got the right shots. Our photos are gorgeous. Highly recommend!

Our wedding wouldn't have been the same without Evan-Marie (photography) & Louis (film) to capture…read moreall of the moments in a perfectly eloquent way. I'd recommend them to anyone looking for timeless, high quality storytelling. Their communication before, during and after our Westport wedding was also wonderful and this was especially important since we were on different coasts/timezones. Our collection of photos and film will be treasured for many years to come. Thank you, Evan-Marie & Louis!

My wife and I had the best experience with Evan-Marie! We wanted a very natural-feeling…read morematernity/couple's shoot and she did such an amazing job. She was super flexible with weather concerns and even moved our shoot to another day to get a better window. Very responsive, friendly, and professional. Would definitely recommend.

Marlene did a fantastic job capturing our proposal! She made us feel comfortable and gave us great…read moredirection. She helped with location scouting, posing, and most importantly - making us feel beautiful. She's not only a great photographer, but she is a fantastic person. I highly recommend Marlene for anyone looking for gorgeous pictures near Mendocino!

We could not have asked for a better wedding photographer! From the moment she arrived, she brought…read moresuch a fun, positive energy to the day. She had so many creative ideas for photos and made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. It felt like having another friend there celebrating with us! She is crazy talented and I am so in love with the photos we ended up with!!! Thank you so much Marlene! Highly recommend this photographer!

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.

My husband and I got married in June 2023 at Switzer Farm, and were overjoyed with Nik's work. He…read moreinstantly put us and all of our guests at ease, and has an excellent intuition for staging photos, considering lighting and backgrounds, and capturing all of the candid moments throughout the weekend. He is unobtrusive and perfectly blends in with the party, while maintaining the utmost professionalism. All of our guests only had the most positive things to say, and were just as happy as we are with their own photos. Nik was very speedy in getting us our photos after the wedding and we have had so much fun reliving the weekend, seeing all the details we forgot about, and sharing them with all of our guests. We cannot recommend Nik more emphatically!

We hired Nik to photograph our wedding in Mendocino. He was absolutely amazing. He has a very…read moredistinct talent for catching the right light, pose, & moment. I will definitely hire him again if I have the right occasion. He was so sweet, professional & easy to work with. Thanks for helping create our day!

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!

Finding a photographer to capture our wedding was challenging until I came across the lovely and…read moretalented Chelsi. She has such a unique and talented style and made my husband and I so comfortable despite the rain and wind on our special day. We are excited to come back for round 2 and work with the amazing talented Chelsi this summer.

We decided to take photographs after eloping. I was never a dream white wedding girl (nothing if…read moreyou are though). Had a couples shoot with Chelsi the other day. She was super accommodating, had a great recommendation for a makeup artist, and took some amazing photographs while she had us laughing it up. It was very relaxing. I thought I was unphotogenic. But she was really good at posing us. The dramatic backdrops in Mendocino don't hurt either. She told us that she loves shooting elopements and small couples sessions. But she's agreed to take photographs of our family this fall. Her colors are striking. I can write more but her work speaks for itself.

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!!