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About

The Art of Emotion is a wedding photography company based in Santa Cruz, California. The company is known for its spontaneous, natural and organic approaches in taking images. The Art of Emotion uses contemporary photography blended with both photojournalistic and illustrative styles in capturing the intimate moments of a couple’s wedding day. They photograph events in Carmel/Monterey, Santa Cruz, Aptos, Capitola, San Jose, Napa/Sonoma, and Central Valley.

Experience
The photographers behind the Art of Emotion are Becky and Joshua Burgin, who have been working together since 2000. Becky Burgin, the lead photographer and creative visionary, was listed on 2014 Photography Masters of Wedding and Portrait Photography International and received WPPI’s Accolade of Outstanding Photographic Achievement. The Art of Emotion has had featured weddings in wedding magazines and wedding websites.

Services Offered
Art of Emotion provides photographs in various formats such as albums, flush mounts, prints, digital files, and proofs. In addition to wedding ceremonies and receptions, the company offers photography services for engagements, elopements, and portraits. Their services include:

  • Engagement shoot
  • Second photographer
  • High-resolution images
  • One event/day
  • Liability insurance
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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$2,000

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
One Event / Day
Digital Files
Proofs

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Negatives
Prints
Proofs
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Reviews of Art of Emotion

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Dia Sent on 03/29/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We had a great experience working with Becky. They were very professional from start to finish. Their price is very reasonable and provided good value. We don't consider ourselves photogenic and usually don't like pictures of ourselves. Considering this, I enjoy looking back at our pictures and could do so for hours. I would recommend them.
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Tiffany Sent on 11/14/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I saw my coworker's photographs from her wedding and I knew that Becky was the right photographer for us! Weddings are once in a lifetime, and she and Josh captured it in a way that made us look like we belong on a cover of a magazine. The photos are artistic and tasteful, definitely what we wanted to have for the rest of our lives.
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Rebecca Sent on 12/09/2014
5 out of 5 rating
I was so impressed by the flexibility and helpfulness of Art of Emotion. I picked them for my wedding photos because I loved the looks they get in the pictures and they did an amazing job! Their pricing was very reasonable and they were willing to work with what I wanted. On the day they were so easy to work with and made me feel very relaxed while we were taking pictures.

Becky and Josh are very professional and fun to work with, the pictures turned out amazing and I couldn't have been happier with them! The hard copies were also very nice to receive and the personalized box made it so special!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
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What can I say about Art of Emotion other than that they are WONDERFUL! I have been fortunate enough to witness them in action at multiple weddings and also had the amazing opportunity to have them photograph my own wedding! One thing I love most, is that Becky and her team are so fun to work with. Becky goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable, and she really takes pride in her work. Plus, she is filled with a wealth of valuable wedding suggestions that really help to make your event flow smoothly. Most importantly, the images are AMAZING!!! You can literally feel the emotion in each one!! You will be so happy working with Art of Emotion... so what are you waiting for!

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When I first met Becky she said, "Welcome to the team" To a videographer like me, this was music to my ears. To have a collaborative and creative experience on a wedding shoot is as good as it gets. Becky has really fresh ideas and is fun to work with. I recommend her highly.

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Always look forward to working with Becky not only she's Passionate about her work but always finds "The most perfect moments" to take those unique shots... she's a delight to work with. Her work simply speaks for her and you won’t go wrong with hiring her for your event.

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Art of Emotion frequently asked questions

Art of Emotion includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Art of Emotion includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Art of Emotion offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
Art of Emotion offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
Art of Emotion offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Proofs
Art of Emotion is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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