Because your story is one worth telling

ELEVATED OUTDOOR WEDDINGS & ELOPeMENTS

This is an invitation
to embrace the journey 

Your wedding day is a chance for the both of you to celebrate your commitment to one another, and embrace those who have surrounded you along the way. It’s about seeing where you’ve come from, where you’re going, and walking the path forward, together.

I'm Savannah! Santa Cruz Dweller who's had the joy of photograph weddings for over a decade. While my work centers around genuine moments and natural backdrops, I'm really here to help guide you to your best day, not dictate what it 'should' look like. Weddings are a unique time to create an intentional experience that reflects who you are as a couple. Click to learn more about me and my why below.

Hey there, I'm Savannah

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Come take a peek at the portfolio! You'll find the best of the best here. From intimate weddings under the redwood trees, multicultural weddings with big family photos, to celebrations just for two, no two celebrations are the same. Here's to documenting all of it :)

C+D - Big SUR MICRO WEDDING 

We wanted to work with someone who was queer-friendly, inclusive and who was up for a more laid back vibe to the day She totally understood the light, fun and outdoorsy but intimate family vibe we were going for. She's a total charmer who really took the time to get to know what we were are aiming for and helped us get there. And of course, her photography is BEAUTIFUL! 

A+A - MEXICO DESTINATION WEDDING

WE ARE SO IN LOVE WITH OUR PHOTOS. Savannah is so good at what she does. I hired her to photograph our small wedding ceremony in Mexico (yes she travels!!) and she also photographed our larger wedding reception back at our family home in Scotts Valley. Savannah is so sweet and made my husband and I, and our guests!!, feel so comfortable. She is so accommodating and will gladly take the time to take a million family photos as painlessly as possible (and believe me, sometimes this can take forever)

A + J NORTHERN CALIFORNIA WEDDING 

I can say that Savannah knows how to make you look beautiful AND exactly yourself. I usually expect to like just a couple pictures, but I can honestly say I love every one. She made me and Jason look beautiful, and the entire day was captured perfectly. I would hire her a million times over, and you should too :)

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1. Save your sanity and make a shared wedding email

2. SETTING INTENTION: READ 'THE ART OF GATHERING' and create a unique experience for your guests 

3. hire. a. planner.

4. GET CLEAR ON YOUR VISION: Journal about your ideal wedding day - Where is it? Who's besides you? How does it feel?

5. who you surround yourself matters & that includes vendors. hire people you vibe with. 

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Savannah Hayes Photography passionately believes in the importance of creating safe spaces and supports Black Lives Matter & Love is Love 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️.   

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