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Welcome to Picturist Photography, your artistic wedding photography specialist. I'm Danieka Erasmus, operating out of Santa Cruz and extending my services to the magnificent Monterey Bay and beyond. I'm dedicated to transforming your genuine moments into timeless pieces of art.

With roots in South Africa and an artistic awakening in Amsterdam's vibrant art scene, my approach to wedding photography is a unique fusion of photojournalism and fine art. I strive to capture the authentic moments that narrate your love story, and beautifully complement them with the natural landscapes of California. My expertise lies in manipulating natural light and my love for nature, ensuring your photos are as exquisite as they are heartfelt.

From planning a simple beach elopement in Santa Cruz, orchestrating a grand wedding gala in Monterey, or even a breathtaking destination wedding in locations as far-flung as Utah or Cape Town, I'm here to craft artistic mementos that resonate with your unique love story.

Discover a unique and special wedding photography experience that beautifully intertwines your love story with natural landscapes. Allow me, at Picturist Photography, to document your Monterey wedding or destination event in the most artistic and genuine way!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files

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

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Film
Natural
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Picturist Photography

Holly
Holly Sent on 12/14/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Master Photographer to say the Least!

Danieka is an amazing photographer to say the least! We had her for our engagement shoot and wedding, and our photos were absolutely stunning! The pictures she did for wedding turned out so incredible, that she was able to capture everyone smiling and having a great time. Danieka was also a great resource when it came putting us in touch with the right people, when it came to wedding vendors. I highly recommend Danieka (Picturist Photography) if you ever need a photographer, because she truly a master photographer!
A
Avery Sent on 01/15/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Photographer

Danieka was such a pleasure to work with! Very professional, warm and kind. I knew we were in good hands as soon as we met! She gave us direction with a gentle hand that was so invaluable to us inexperienced posers! She was so helpful with setting the timeline of the day and helping keep us on schedule. Truly an invaluable asset to our wedding! I love every single photo! She has a great eye for getting the best backdrops and lighting. We got plenty of amazing staged portraits and candid style photos. Photography was very important to me when planning my wedding and I am so happy they turned out even better than I expected! I am so grateful to Danieka for making us look so beautiful and getting such gorgeous photos of our special day!
Eric
Eric Sent on 09/24/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great wedding memories thanks to Danieka!

Danieka is an amazing wedding photographer and she did a wonderful job for our engagement shoot and for our wedding. We have hundreds of beautiful, candid photos capturing every moment of our wedding, including unique shots that truly wowed us and our guests. In addition, she is very approachable and did a great job making my wife and I all feel comfortable as neither of us had done professional photos before.

Finally, Danieka went above and beyond by sharing a wedding day of timeline with a suggested sequence of events and timing that helped us run ahead of schedule on our wedding day.

From the very outset, Danieka was a joy to work with. From communication, to punctuality, to capturing amazing photos and memories, we couldn't be happier and would wholeheartedly recommend her!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

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