Welcome—I'm so glad you're here!

I’m Lena, a Santa Ynez Valley wedding and portrait photographer.

With over 15 years of experience documenting life’s most meaningful moments, I specialize in capturing intimate vineyard weddings to sun-soaked family sessions and lifestyle portraits.

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35 MM Film Scans

Available as an add-on to any package

Rows of attendees seated outdoors under white umbrellas at a daytime event with palm trees in the background.
A person stands in a sunlit field at golden hour with sun flare creating a dreamy backlit silhouette effect.
People enjoying drinks and conversation at an elegant social gathering or cocktail party.
A couple shares romantic moments in a scenic mountain landscape with green grass and golden sunlight.
Couple in elegant wedding attire walks hand in hand across a scenic golden field at sunset.
Wedding accessories including white bow heels, invitation, jewelry and delicate blue flowers arranged on dark surface.
A family enjoys quality time together in a sun-dappled outdoor setting during golden hour.

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My photography is light-filled, natural, and full of soul, crafted to reflect your legacy with intention and authenticity.

With every session, I bring expert guidance, a lot of fun, and a true love for storytelling through imagery.

(If my work makes you feel some type of wonderful way, please reach out!)
Two people stand on a lawn with a small dog on a leash in front of a Spanish-style building with palm trees.
KIND WORDS

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Alexandria

Lena is truly amazing. I wasn't sure how it would be working with a new photographer for family photos with a newborn and toddler, but the experience was effortless and actually enjoyable. Lena was a dream to work with and we will definitely be using her for years to come!

AS FEATURED IN

Black and white minimalist logo design for City Lifestyle brand featuring circular CL monogram.
Elegant gold calligraphy logo design for Santa Barbara Wedding Style with established 2001 text.
A row of circular badge logos including one for Zola, arranged horizontally in black and white design.
Award badge collection showing
Circular black and white text logo elements arranged in a repeating pattern on a white background.
Decorative text reading 'Here Comes The Guide' in an elegant calligraphic script style.
A stylized wine logo for Santa Barbara Vintners featuring a wine glass and text in burgundy red color.
A vintage black and white advertisement for Keene Sense of Style shows an elegant home interior with furnishings.
Black and white Hollywood Reporter magazine masthead logo design on white background.
Red Michelin Guide logo with elegant cursive text and decorative flourishes.
A bright orange Edhat logo with santa barbara text displayed on a white background.
Orange text reading 'Sunset Sunset' in a stylized script font.
White text spelling 'SLO CAL' with a crescent moon and star design on a navy blue background.
A black and white logo for Canvas Rebel featuring stylized text with REBEL in a darker shade.
A modern white logo design for VoyageLA featuring stylized text in a minimalist font against a plain background.
Dream Foundation official volunteer dream photographer logo with teal geometric camera aperture design.