I believe weddings are more than a celebration—they’re a gathering of every person and moment that shaped you. It’s one of the few times your entire world comes together, and that alone makes it worth documenting with intention.
I photograph weddings to preserve how the day felt: the quiet nerves, the proud smiles, the warmth of family, the laughter with friends, the glance you didn’t see but will never want to forget.
My approach is simple, help you stay fully present while I quietly capture everything that unfolds naturally, stepping in with gentle guidance only when needed.
Your photos shouldn’t just show what your wedding looked like.
They should remind you of what it meant.
I’d be honored to tell your story.
Molly + Cameron
Working with me should feel effortless, like having a friend there who genuinely cares about your story. I bring a calm, grounded presence so you can relax, be yourselves, and trust that the meaningful moments are being captured.
I guide gently when needed, but mostly I let things unfold naturally so your photos feel honest and true to who you are. All I ask is trust, when you’re present, the most real and emotional images happen on their own.
By the time your day arrives, my goal is for it to feel less like working with a vendor and more like having someone in your corner, documenting your story with intention and care.
Your photos won’t just show what your wedding looked like they’ll remind you exactly how it felt. I focus on the emotions: the laughter, the quiet pauses, the way your people love you. These are the images that become heirlooms, the ones you’ll return to decades later and still feel something.
Instead of stiff poses or forced moments, I offer light direction that helps you feel comfortable without ever pulling you out of the moment. My prompts are simple, natural, and rooted in connection so the images feel effortless, genuine, and true to who you are.
I don’t force moments or manufacture emotion—I document what’s already real. My approach is rooted in being fully present so I can catch the meaningful glances, quiet interactions, and genuine connection you might miss in the busyness of the day. The result is imagery that feels honest, unposed, and deeply personal.
When you work with me, you can expect
" jordan was literally talking about how much he loved you all night. i know the photos are going to be amazing but honestly what was even more important to me was the person taking the photos."
"jordan told me how yo made him feel super comfortable helped relax him before everything started. i think every single person came up to me after you left to tell me how great you were. thank you so much"
Parisa + Jordan
You’re not here because you just want photos. You’re here because you want your story told in a way that feels honest, effortless, and deeply connected. You care about presence, about the people who shaped you, and the moments that only happen once. My approach is grounded in noticing what matters: the way your parents look at you before the aisle, the quiet in-betweens, the laughter with friends, and the gestures of love you didn’t even see happening. Everything unfolds naturally, without force.
Working together feels easy and grounded, like having someone in your corner who brings calm, care, and intention to every moment. If you value connection, family, legacy, and images that make you feel something for years to come, then we’re already aligned. Your wedding deserves to be remembered exactly as it felt, beautifully real. If that’s what you’re looking for, I’d be honored to tell your story.
Choosing a photographer is choosing how your wedding will be remembered. When you choose me, you’re choosing presence over pressure, a day where you can fully live in each moment, knowing every meaningful glance, every laugh, every quiet exchange is being documented with intention. Your photos won’t just show what happened; they’ll preserve how it felt so you can relive your day for years to come. If what you want is a gallery rooted in truth, connection, and legacy, I’m here to help you create it.
$10,500
- Flexible Communication
- Personal Questionnaires
- Custom Webpage for Online Delivery
-Drone coverage (when permitted)
- Planning Resources
- Personal Client Portal
- Photo Timeline Assistance
- Vendor Communication
- Travel within 2 hours of Santa Cruz (additional billed separately)
-Up to 12 hours of wedding day coverage
-Sneak peeks within 48 hours
-Engagment session or Rehersal dinner coverage
-Film Photography
-Second Shooter
-Wedding Album 10x10
- Flexible Communication
- Personal Questionnaires
- Custom Webpage for Online Delivery
-Drone coverage (when permitted)
- Planning Resources
- Personal Client Portal
- Photo Timeline Assistance
- Vendor Communication
- Travel within 2 hours of -Santa Cruz (additional billed separately)
-10 hours of wedding day coverage
-Sneak peeks within 48 hours
- Engagement session or Rehersal dinner coverage
-Film Photography
-Second Shooter
- 8 hours of wedding day coverage
-sneak peaks within 72 hours
- Flexible Communication
- Personal Questionnaires
- Custom Webpage for Online Delivery
-Drone coverage (when permitted)
- Planning Resources
- Personal Client Portal
- Photo Timeline Assistance
- Vendor Communication
- Travel within 2 hours of -Santa Cruz (additional billed separately)
-6 hours of wedding day coverage
-Sneak peek gallery within 72 hours
- Flexible Communication
- Personal Questionnaires
- Custom Webpage for Online Delivery
- Planning Resources
- Personal Client Portal
- Photo Timeline Assistance
- Vendor Communication
- Travel within 2 hours of -Santa Cruz (additional billed separately)
"Hiring Marcus as our wedding photographer was by far the best decision we made. He’s incredibly talented—not only behind the camera but also in the way he seamlessly fit into our day, making everyone feel comfortable and capturing the most beautiful, candid moments. His photos tell the story of our day so magically—it feels like reliving the entire wedding through his images. My husband and I spent hours laughing and crying as we looked through them. I can’t recommend him enough!"
"Our guests commented about how they could tell Marcus was trying so hard to capture everything, and yet he seamlessly integrated into the wedding, was professional, friendly, and definitely brought up the vibe! We were so happy with the day and the photos, we could not recommend Marcus more! If you are thinking about hiring Marcus you will not regret it, he clearly has a passion for wedding photography and it shows in his work and on the big day! Thank you Marcus!"
"We cannot recommend Marcus enough! From the very beginning, I felt like I could completely trust him, and he truly delivered. He listened to my vision and captured it so perfectly for our fairytale wedding on the Big Sur coastline. The way he caught the emotions, the light, and all the little details was pure magic. Thank you Marcus, for beautifully capturing our wedding memories."
-Additional Hourly Coverage – $500/hr
-Engagement Session – $500 (if not included)
-Second Photographer – $1,000
-Travel Beyond 2 Hours of Santa Cruz – Custom Quote
-Film Photography Add-On — $500
-Wedding Album 10x10 — starting at $1,000 (A beautiful tangible keepsake for you family and generations to come)
- karen major poetry in motion catering
I am constantly amazed at his stunning work-beautifully composed, true to life images that capture both the big moments and each and every very small details that matter. His professionalism on-site, willingness to make adjustments, clear communication make the event seamless. I highly recommend Marcus if your looking for a high quality, reliable, caring Photographer who takes stunning photos...
- karen major poetry in motion catering
I am constantly amazed at his stunning work-beautifully composed, true to life images that capture both the big moments and each and every very small details that matter. His professionalism on-site, willingness to make adjustments, clear communication make the event seamless. I highly recommend Marcus if your looking for a high quality, reliable, caring Photographer who takes stunning photos...
Couples have taken us all over to capture weddings. While I call Santa Cruz home, I love traveling for weddings!
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