Business Details
Award-Winning Santa Barbara Photographer for Weddings & Branding
Sarita Relis is a Santa Barbara-based studio dedicated to capturing authentic moments through wedding, portrait, and branding photography. With a background in the Los Angeles music industry and formal photography education, Sarita transitioned to photography after discovering its creative fulfillment. Her approach combines documentary and editorial styles, prioritizing personalized experiences and long-term client relationships. Specializing in weddings, elopements, family portraits, and brand storytelling, the studio emphasizes natural, unscripted moments that reflect clients' unique stories.Sarita's expertise in guiding camera-shy individuals and her commitment to technical excellence have earned recognition in local and travel-based markets. The studio offers tailored packages, blending digital and film techniques to create timeless visual narratives for personal and commercial use.
Services
Wedding Photography
Elopement Coverage
Family Portraits
Headshots
Branding Sessions
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized photography experiences tailored to your unique story
- Our team combines documentary and editorial styles for timeless imagery
- We specialize in making camera-shy clients feel comfortable and confident
- We provide both digital and film photography options for creative flexibility
- Our 15+ years of experience ensure expert guidance through every photo session
What people say
Professional and friendly
Made everyone comfortable
Breathtaking photos
Excellent guidance
Highly recommend
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with a blend of documentary and editorial styles. Capturing candid moments and formal portraits while providing gentle direction. Services include timeline coordination, multiple coverage options, and high-resolution digital delivery.
Elopement Packages
Specialized courthouse and small wedding photography with flexible hour options. Includes location guidance, online galleries, print releases, and optional albums. Designed for relaxed, authentic documentation of civil ceremonies.
Family Portraits
Custom in-home or outdoor sessions capturing family dynamics. Offering maternity photography, extended family groupings, and print options. Packages vary by session length and digital file quantity.
Headshot Photography
Personal and corporate headshots with styling guidance. Available in studio or outdoor locations. Services include wardrobe consultation and multiple pose options for social media and professional use.
Branding Photography
Visual brand development through product, team, and lifestyle imagery. Includes location scouting and aesthetic planning. Designed to enhance marketing materials and social media presence with cohesive storytelling.
People
Sarita Relis
Owner Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 15+ years experience in weddings, portraits, and brand storytelling. Former music industry professional turned photographer after discovering passion for visual storytelling through documentary-style imagery.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
I combine documentary and editorial styles to capture authentic moments while providing gentle direction for flattering portraits.
Do you photograph events outside Santa Barbara?
Yes, I offer travel services for weddings and events throughout California and beyond with prior arrangement.
How long does a typical portrait session last?
Family sessions range from 30-60 minutes depending on package selection, while headshots typically require 45-60 minutes.
What's included in wedding packages?
Packages include coverage duration, online galleries, high-resolution files, print releases, and optional albums with customizable add-ons.
Can you help with posing guidance?
Yes, I provide personalized direction to help clients feel comfortable and create natural-looking images during all session types.
