Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Photography & Videography Team in Santa Barbara
Waller Weddings was founded in 2009 by Dustin and Courtney Waller, a husband-and-wife photography duo with a passion for capturing timeless love stories. Dustin began his career in Chicago as an editorial and fashion photographer before transitioning to weddings in 2007. After relocating to Santa Barbara in 2011, the couple established their business with a focus on personalized service and artistic excellence. Our team combines over 15 years of collective experience in photography and videography, utilizing professional Canon mirrorless equipment to deliver high-quality results. We specialize in weddings across Southern California and destination locations, offering tailored packages that include day-of slideshows and cinematic videography.Our family-run approach emphasizes attention to detail, transparent communication, and creating an enjoyable experience for every couple. With liability insurance coverage and a commitment to fast response times, we ensure reliability and professionalism throughout the process. Our portfolio showcases work from Santa Barbara County, Ventura County, and international destinations, reflecting our adaptability to diverse wedding environments. We maintain a streamlined workflow with online galleries and a 60-day turnaround for full photo delivery, complemented by post-wedding teaser slideshows. Our business philosophy centers on building personal connections with clients while maintaining technical expertise in both still and motion photography.
Services
Wedding Photography
Videography
Destination Weddings
Day-of Slideshow
Elopement Packages
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized wedding photography tailored to each couple's unique vision
- Our team has over 15 years combined experience in professional photography and videography
- Family-run business with a personal approach to client relationships
- We use professional Canon mirrorless R5/R3 equipment for superior image quality
- Available for destination weddings with transparent travel cost breakdowns
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service captures timeless moments with artistic precision using professional Canon mirrorless equipment. We focus on candid emotions, formal portraits, and detail shots to create a comprehensive visual narrative. Each package includes a day-of slideshow featuring 40-50 curated images displayed during your reception.
Videography
We create cinematic wedding films that blend artistic storytelling with technical excellence. Our videography team captures vows, ceremonies, and celebrations in high-resolution video, producing timeless narratives that preserve your special day's emotions and atmosphere for generations.
Destination Weddings
Our destination wedding service includes global coverage with transparent pricing for travel expenses. We provide the same personalized approach and professional equipment quality regardless of location, ensuring consistent results from local venues to international locations.
Day-of Slideshow
This service creates a real-time slideshow featuring 40-50 curated wedding day photos displayed during your reception. We use professional equipment to showcase your moments as they happen, providing instant gratification while maintaining focus on your celebration.
Elopement Packages
Our elopement packages offer tailored coverage for smaller ceremonies, focusing on authentic moments and scenic backdrops. We provide flexible options that adapt to your specific vision while maintaining the same attention to detail as larger events.
People
Dustin Waller
Lead Photographer
Dustin transitioned from fashion photography to weddings in 2007, bringing editorial expertise to his work. He founded Waller Weddings in 2009 and specializes in capturing authentic moments with technical precision using Canon mirrorless systems.
Courtney Waller
Operations Director
Courtney manages business operations while contributing her photography skills. With educational background and organizational expertise, she ensures smooth coordination of wedding timelines and client communications for the Waller Weddings team.
Questions
How did you start in photography?
Dustin began with fashion and editorial photography in 2007 before transitioning to weddings. He and Courtney started collaborating in 2009, combining their skills to create Waller Weddingss.
Do you offer videography services?
Yes, we provide cinematic videography with a dedicated team that specializes in creating timeless wedding films using professional equipment and storytelling techniques.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties, but also cover all of Southern California and international destinations with transparent travel arrangements.
What equipment do you use?
We use professional Canon mirrorless R5, R3, and R5C cameras with L-series lenses to ensure high-quality images and video capture for every event.
How long does it take to receive photos?
Full wedding galleries are delivered within 60 days. We provide a teaser slideshow of selected images within one week after your event for immediate sharing.
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes, we maintain liability insurance coverage and can provide venue-required certificates upon request to ensure event planning compliance.
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