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Hello! We are Michael and Anna Costa and we got married because we fell in love. And then we fell in love with photography. And then we fell in love with the idea of other people falling in love. And then we started our business capturing all this love! We have been in business in Santa Barbara for over 10 years and have loved every minute.

We live in a little cottage near the sea in Santa Barbara. Our office faces tall olive trees on our street with glimpses of the Riviera. We have doves in our neighborhood that are perched on those tree tops that often sing to each other. So, when we are editing your wedding photos that is our view. It's serene and lovely.

Our love of photography and art can be seen and felt by the friendships we create with our clients and the love we bring to each event we take on.

We want to document your wedding because there will never be another one like it. We love capturing the fleeting moments that we don't even know are going happen yet. It’s a surprise and a gift. It's our passion.

We are humbled our work has been the subject of many articles, photo editorials and educational features. Being published in these amazing magazines, books and blogs tickles our fancy and it compounds our joy when we have the opportunity to share the work we put into our clients' happiest days with others.

- Michael + Anna


Award Winning Photographers Michael and Anna Costa Located in Santa Barbara

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara with Ceremony at Mariposa Garden

Adrienne & Neal's Wedding at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore with ceremony at the Mariposa Garden.

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Katie and Unni's wedding at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort.

Ritz-Carlton Bacara

Temy & Jonathan's Wedding at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara on the beautiful Santa Barbara coast.

Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

Heather + Pablo's Wedding at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills.

Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Jack and Ryan’s wedding at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum in downtown Santa Barbara.

For this wedding gallery we included a few more pictures for you than we normally do in our wedding galleries. Often times people want to see a full wedding (which we're always happy to show, so feel free to ask). While we're not including 1000 shots to go through here, we've included a lot of key moments from Jack & Brian's big day.

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara with Ceremony at Monte Vista Lawn

Brittany & Chad's Wedding at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara with Monte Vista Lawn ceremony.

Dreams really do come true. At least my dreams did… when I shot Brittany and Chad’s wedding. How can an artist go wrong with a gorgeous and lovely couple, a location to die for and a flawlessly executed event? From Brittany’s flaxen cascading hair over her full lace dress, and Chad’s Dapper-Dan-Man in a tux look, the shutter on my camera was lapping up every tasty morsel! Add in the backdrop of the Four Seasons Resort and the exclusive La Pacifica Terrace at the Corral Casino and you are quite literally in heaven. Heaven might not even be as good as this sumptuous combo. But speaking of heaven, I’m blessed to have shot this beautiful day! -Anna

Hands up if you’re ready for the weekend! Katie & Unni’s #EastMeetsWest day was surely one to celebrate! (Featured on @stylemepretty, Planning: @onyxandredwood, Location: @hiltonsantabarbararesort, Reception Location: @sbhistoricalmuseum)
The lovely bride all set for her walk down the aisle! (Florals: @altflowers, Planning: @soigneproductions, Location: @firestone_wine, Featured on @santabarbarawedding)
We would love to take your family photos for the Holiday season! Contact us for a mini sesh with you and your family!
With holidays coming up, we want you to have the best photos for keepsake and to send to all your loved ones!! Head to our site or call us to book a mini sesh with us!
Blair & Trey are two Texas natives that had the most elegant wedding in Santa Barbara at the Bacara Resort & Spa! (Featured on: @stylemepretty & @santabarbarawedding, Planning: @alegriabydesign, Florist: @louloudidesign, MUAH: @teamhairandmakeup)
One of the many breathtaking intricate details at Katie & Unni’s #EastMeetsWest wedding! (Featured on: @stylemepretty, Planning: @onyxandredwood, Location: @hiltonsantabarbararesort)
These arrangements 😍😍 Truly some of @altflowers best work! Huge shoutout to @soigneproductions for planning a gorgeous rustic wedding at @firestone_wine 🙌 (Featured on: @santabarbarawedding
Such a fun engagement shoot at Knapp’s Castle! Thank you Whitney & Daniel for the best energy and spirit on this day ✨
We know summer is over, but we can’t get enough of these summer blooms!! 😍😍 (Featured on: @santabarbarawedding, Planner: @alegriabydesign, @louloudidesign, Location: @rcbacarasantabarbara )
Nothing better than having the most important people by your side while you live out your special day ✨ (Featured on @stylemepretty, Floral Design: @bluemagnoliaevents, Venue: @fssantabarbara, Event Design: @soigneproductions, Rentals: @brighteventrentals, MUAH: @lunabellamuah_inc, @ashflarehair, @makeupbyliz)
Now THIS is our idea of an Al fresco wedding reception! ✨🙌 (Featured on @stylemepretty, Floral Design: @bluemagnoliaevents, Venue: @fssantabarbara, Event Design: @soigneproductions, Rentals: @brighteventrentals, MUAH: @lunabellamuah_inc, @ashflarehair, @makeupbyliz)
In honor of #NationalBowTieDay.. here's a glimpse of a "getting ready" moment before the big walk down the aisle! (Featured on @stylemepretty, Floral Design: @bluemagnoliaevents, Venue: @fssantabarbara, Event Design: @soigneproductions, Rentals: @brighteventrentals, MUAH: @lunabellamuah_inc, @ashflarehair, @makeupbyliz)
A glimpse of Rick and Annie's first look... Although this moment is all about them there is something so special about being behind it and being able to capture this moment they'll be able to hold on to forever! (Featured on @stylemepretty, Floral Design: @bluemagnoliaevents, Venue: @fssantabarbara, Event Design: @soigneproductions, Rentals: @brighteventrentals, MUAH: @lunabellamuah_inc, @ashflarehair, @makeupbyliz)
Throwing it back to this stunning ceremony in Santa Barbara! You can never get sick of that California sunshine!! (Featured on @stylemepretty, Floral Design: @bluemagnoliaevents, Venue: @fssantabarbara, Event Design: @soigneproductions, Rentals: @brighteventrentals)
Cassidy was such a naturally beautiful bride. & this profile captured after her wedding at the @losangelestemple was just there for the plucking. Photos by @annakatiecosta @cassidyhairyson @danielhairyson