Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Santa Barbara Photographer for Weddings & Portraits
Kelsey Crews Photo has dedicated over two decades to capturing life's most meaningful moments through photography. With a career spanning more than 20 years, our approach combines technical expertise with an intuitive ability to highlight genuine emotions and connections. We specialize in wedding photography, engagement sessions, maternity and newborn portraits, family photography, and professional headshots, ensuring each client's unique story is preserved authentically. Our Santa Barbara-based team prioritizes a simple, classic style that emphasizes natural expressions, color, and emotional depth. Clients consistently praise our ability to create timeless images while providing personalized guidance throughout the process, including vendor recommendations for weddings.We serve both local and destination clients, offering tailored packages to suit diverse needs. Our commitment to excellence extends to business photography, where we deliver polished, high-resolution images that reflect professional identities. Every session begins with a focus on comfort and trust, allowing subjects to feel at ease in front of the camera. We take pride in delivering not just photographs, but cherished heirlooms that document life's most precious milestones.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Portrait Photography
Business Headshots
Maternity/Newborn Photography
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of professional photography experience with a personalized approach
- Our team provides expert vendor recommendations for Santa Barbara weddings
- We deliver both color and black-and-white options for artistic versatility
- Our sessions prioritize client comfort to capture genuine expressions
- We include engagement session options with wedding packages
What people say
BEST photographer
Gorgeous photos
Amazing vendors
Special connection
Cherish forever
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service documents your special day with artistic precision and emotional depth. We capture ceremonies, receptions, and candid moments using both color and black-and-white techniques. Clients receive high-resolution digital files and personalized guidance throughout the planning process, including vendor recommendations. Our Santa Barbara-based team serves local and destination weddings with customizable packages starting at $4,400.
Portrait Sessions
Professional portrait sessions specialize in maternity, newborn, and family photography. Each 60-minute session includes wardrobe guidance and multiple pose options. Clients receive unedited digital files with the option to purchase professionally retouched images. Sessions are available at our Santa Barbara studio or preferred outdoor locations, with special packages available for documenting baby's first year.
Business Headshots
Professional headshot sessions create polished images for business professionals and organizations. Each session includes basic retouching and one final high-resolution digital file. We offer on-location shooting at client offices or preferred settings, with lighting and composition optimized for professional branding. Special rates available when booking combined maternity and newborn sessions.
Engagement Sessions
Romantic engagement photo sessions help couples celebrate their upcoming wedding while building comfort with the camera. These sessions include location scouting, pose guidance, and seasonal styling tips. Clients receive both color and black-and-white image options, with packages available that combine engagement and wedding day coverage for continuity.
Commercial Photography
Santa Barbara commercial photography services document products and businesses with artistic quality. Our approach combines technical precision with creative composition to highlight product features and brand identity. Services include location scouting, lighting setup, and post-processing to create images suitable for marketing materials, websites, and print advertising.
People
Kelsey Crews
Lead Photographer
With over 20 years of professional photography experience, Kelsey specializes in capturing authentic moments through a classic lens. Her work focuses on weddings, portraits, and commercial photography, emphasizing natural light and emotional connection. Kelsey's approach prioritizes client comfort and storytelling through visual artistry.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We specialize in wedding photography, engagement sessions, maternity/newborn portraits, family photography, and professional headshots. Commercial product photography services are also available.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes, we serve both local Santa Barbara weddings and destination events worldwide. Travel arrangements can be discussed during initial consultations.
What's included in wedding packages?
Packages start at $4,400 and include full-day coverage, two photographers, unlimited digital images, and a private online gallery. Custom options available.
How do portrait sessions work?
Portrait sessions start at $300 for 60 minutes. Clients receive unedited digital files with options to purchase professionally retouched images and printed products.
Can I book multiple session types?
Yes, we offer special rates for combined bookings like maternity/newborn sessions. Business headshots can also be combined with family portraits.
How far in advance should I book?
Wedding dates should be reserved 12-18 months ahead. Portrait sessions require 4-6 weeks notice, though we accommodate urgent requests when possible.
